Welcome to the Allegany Museum

THE CROSSROADS OF AMERICAN HISTORY

Allegany Museum is located at 3 Pershing St, Cumberland MD. It covers two floors of a fully restored neo-classical revival building built in the 1930s. The Museum serves the Allegany area, which is part of the Appalachia region. The Allegany area includes Allegany and Garrett Counties in Maryland, Mineral County in West Virginia, and Bedford and Somerset Counties in Pennsylvania. The Museum’s Mission is to engage the community by preserving and promoting our region’s unique heritage.

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The Allegany Museum inspires visitors to discover the unique heritage of our region and its contribution to our nation’s development. It enriches intellectual, cultural, and economic life through collection, preservation, exhibition, and by offering educational programs. The museum strives to become a national destination for heritage tourism.

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Volunteer With Us

You don’t have to be an historian to play an important role on the Allegany Museum team. You’ll find that sharing your time and talent as a volunteer is as rewarding as it is fun. Learn local history, meet new people, and help to celebrate the rich history of our local region. From events to hosting, there is a way for everyone to get invloved.

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Donations & Gifts

The Allegany Museum relies on donations in all forms to sustain its operations. We accept financial donations as well as physical donations. Allegany Museum collects the material culture of our community, past and present. Our institution maintains and preserves these items for the benefit of present and future generations.

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Museum Collections

Our collections and exhibits are constantly evolving and growing. Follow us on Social Media or become a Friend of the Museum to stay up to date on our most recent updates!

Whiskey Rebellion Festival 2025

Thrasher Carriage Museum