The Mack Trucks Historical Museum in Allentown Pennsylvania

PENNSYLVANIA - Located in Allentown, PA, the Mack Trucks Historical Museum is a repository of historical documents, artifacts, and memorabilia. It opened in 1982 and now hosts more than 10,000 visitors a year. The Museum is undergoing renovations but is planning to reopen in mid-year 2023.


The Mack Trucks Historical Museum in Allentown Pennsylvania

 

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The Mack Museum is housed in a former Mack Trucks testing facility. A full-scale Mack truck motor shows visitors how the giant trucks work.  The Mack Museum also has an exhibit with many memorabilia, including a toy truck and a replica of the 1905 Mack truck.



The museum's maintenance room is excellent for seeing how a Mack truck was tested in the rain, snow, and extreme temperatures. There are even some models for kids to climb inside.

The Mack Trucks Historical Museum is a fun day for the entire family. You can sit in the cabin of one of the museum's restored Mack trucks and learn about the history of trucking. You can also take a self-guided tour on a Wednesday or join a guided tour on a Monday or Friday.



The Mack Trucks Historical Museum is closed on Tuesdays and Thursdays but opens on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. The museum is open from ten AM to four PM. A small donation is suggested but is not required.

The Mack Museum has several interesting exhibits, from the full-size truck motor to a toy truck. They also have a model truck museum with over 5,000 pieces. The museum's most impressive feature is its homage to the company's earliest models. The display rotates vehicles several times a year.