Welcome To The Asa Packer Mansion Museum!
The Mansion overlooks the Old Mauch Chunk National Historic District. The appearance of the home is not much different than when it was constructed in 1861. While the exterior has changed slightly from its original fashion, the interior is virtually intact! Mary Packer Cummings lived in the home after her father's passing until her own in 1912. Her will stipulated the home and furnishings be left to the Borough of Mauch Chunk as a memorial to her father and his accomplishments. The Mansion is not a restoration! It exists essentially as it did when the Packer family resided here from October 16, 1861 to October 29, 1912. Please enjoy your visit!
Inside The Mansion
Daily Tour Information and Hours of Operation
The Mansion is open weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) during the months of April and May. The Mansion is open seven days a week from Memorial Day to November 1. The Mansion concludes daily operation after November 1, and will then be open weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) in November and the first two weekends in December weather permitting. The Mansion is closed for winter maintenance during the months of January, February and March. PLEASE NOTE: The Mansion will be closed on Saturday, November 14th.
Hours of operation are 11:00 A.M. to 4:15 P.M. Tour times are every half hour beginning at 11:15 assuming tours stay on schedule. It does depend upon the flow of visitors; however, there is no more than half an hour wait in-between to accommodate preceding tours. The last tour departs promptly at 4:15. Tours consist of a docent-guided presentation detailing the history of the Packer Family and visitors have an opportunity to view the family's personal possessions. Please be advised that tours can last 1 hour depending upon the size of the group, the number of questions asked, and the level of interest. As tours can sell out rather quickly, it is recommended that visitors purchase tickets as soon as possible upon their arrival. Tickets are sold on a first come - first serve basis and tours begin beneath the porch of The Mansion. Reservations are only required for groups of 15 or more.
Group Tour Information & Reservations
Groups of 15 or more guests are required to make a reservation. Reservations may be made by contacting The Mansion at 570.325.3229 or for your convenience via email. For reservations, please include: group name, point of contact, contact information (address, phone number and email address if applicable), date and time of arrival, and number of guests. During the regular tour season, full payment is required 10 days prior to arrival in order to confirm your reservation and to ensure that The Mansion is fully staffed to accommodate your group.
Shuttle Service For Group Tours
As large motorcoaches are not permitted on Packer Avenue, a shuttle service for group tours (15 or more guests) is provided by The Mauch Chunk Museum and Cultural Center. The cost is $4.00 per guest round trip. The shuttle departs from the Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau. Please contact John Drury, proprietor of The Mauch Chunk Museum and Cultural Center, at 570.325.4436 for additional information regarding use of the shuttle service.
Admission
Admission is by docent-guided tour only.
- General Admission (Ages 19-54) $8.00
- Senior Citizen (Ages 55+) $7.00*
- Student (Ages 6-18) $5.00
- Child (Ages 5-Under)** Free
Credit cards and personal checks cannot be accepted at this time.
Group tour rates are based upon Admission categories.
*The Golden Age or Senior Passport issued by the National Park Service is not applicable.
**Please be advised that the tour is not recommended for small children due to the content and duration of the tour.
Customs and Courtesies
The Mansion is original to the 19th Century and contains priceless objects that were owned by the Packer family. In order to preserve The Mansion's authenticity, visitors are required to observe and adhere to the following policies to ensure the best possible visit for all:
- Smoking is not permitted inside The Mansion or on the grounds.
- Food or beverages are not permitted inside The Mansion.
- Strollers and large backpacks are not permitted inside The Mansion.
- Stay with your docent-guided group at all times.
- Please do not touch the artifacts or lean upon walls or furnishings.
- Still photography, filming, video and audio recording are not permitted inside The Mansion.
- Please turn off all cellular phones and other electronic devices while inside The Mansion.
- Special occasion photography is not permitted inside The Mansion or on the grounds.
- Wedding rehearsal dinners, ceremonies and receptions are not permitted.
Please plan your visit accordingly. The Mansion appreciates your cooperation.
Restrooms
There are no restrooms inside The Mansion. Please use the restrooms located at the Pocono Mountain
Visitors Bureau adjacent to Asa Packer Park/Josiah White Park before your arrival.
Directions
The Mansion is located directly behind the Carbon County Courthouse and overlooks the Old Mauch
Chunk National Historic District. For turn-by-turn directions, please use the Mapquest Element. If
using a GPS, please use 40° 51′ 50″ N, 75° 44′ 16″ W or Packer Avenue.
Parking
On-street parking is not available near The Mansion. Parking is available everyday at the Train Station
Parking Lot adjacent to the Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau for a minimal fee. Please be advised that
fees may vary during festival weekends.
Fall Foliage Festival: Weekends In October
The Mansion will be open for tours during the entire month of October. Due to the high volume of visitors, weekend tours during the Fall Foliage Festival will be abbreviated, lasting 40-45 minutes. As tours can sell out rather quickly during the Fall Foliage Festival, it is recommended that visitors purchase tickets as soon as possible upon their arrival. Tickets are sold on a first come - first serve basis. Please be advised that The Mansion does not offer Halloween or "scary" tours, but rather docent-guided presentations detailing the history of the Packer family.
Group Tours During The Fall Foliage Festival
Weekday group tours may be scheduled at any time during normal hours of operation and are required to have 15 or more guests. Weekend group tours may only be scheduled prior to 11:00 A.M. During the month of October, full payment is required 10 days prior to arrival in order to confirm your reservation and to ensure that The Mansion is fully staffed to accommodate your group.
Old Time Christmas Festival: First & Second Weekends In December
The Mansion will be decorated for the holiday season. Please be advised that weekend tours during the months of November and December are weather permitting. PLEASE NOTE: The Mansion will be closed on Saturday, November 14th.
Closings Due To Inclement Weather or Random Acts of Nature
Should The Mansion be closed due to inclement weather or other random acts of nature, an announcement will be posted on our website. In the event that The Mansion would close, we do apologize for the inconvenience. The originality and preservation of our home and the safety of our guests comes first. For additional information regarding closings for any reason, you may also contact the Pocono Mountain Visitors Bureau in Jim Thorpe at 570.325.3673.
Photographs Courtesy of Robert Ford and The Asa Packer Mansion Museum
