This place is absolutely amazing! It caters to children of all ages it’s the perfect mix magic and history. A must see when visiting Scranton Pennsylvania.
Ryan Palmer
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Great historical tour of Houdini relics. They have a warehouse and exhibits are rotated out seasonally.The magic show is a nice add on, and is enjoyable, and make sure to check out the gift shop filled with magic tricks.
Joe Pulcinella
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If you’re interested in seeing the real America, the kind of America that isn’t centered around an amusement park, then the Harry Houdini Museum should be on your list. It’s a small, one-of-a-kind museum run by Dorothy Dietrich and Dick Brookz in Scranton PA. It’s a converted house in a residential area so be careful not to drive right by looking for a big, commercialized attraction. But inside is everything you’d ever expect in a museum dedicated to Houdini. Dorothy and Dick scour the Earth looking for any bit of genuine Houdini memorabilia from the actual equipment he used in his tricks (such as an actual milk can fron his most famous escapes) to genuine theater programs detailing his life as it was recorded during his lifetime. The museum houses the most complete Houdini collection anywhere.The Houdini Museum is more than just a walk-through, 25-cent tour. Its proprietors, as well as providing a magic show for its patrons, take great care in preserving the Houdini legend in the most factual manner possible. They told us as much about Harry Houdini the man as they did about Harry Houdini the magician and it is a most fascinating story about a most fascinating individual. I came away with much more respect for this entertainer, entrepreneur and most honorable American.Operating the museum is a labor of love for Dietrich and Brookz. I doubt they are wealthy people because of it, but they pour their hearts and souls into keeping alive the Houdini legacy and history for us all. The Houdini Museum is truly an American treasure but one that will not last forever. Maybe in a generation it will not be here anymore replaced by a Disney-fied version of Houdini complete with all the embellishments of a comic book hero cleansed of any trace of his real humanity. I fear that once the museum is gone, Houdini himself will be permanently lost so please plan on seeing it soon.With that all said, I obviously give the Harry Houdini Museum two thumbs up. It’s a genuine slice of America and the perfect afternoon diversion from the theme park scene. Yes, they will offer things like for purchase (we bought a deck of magic cards and a reproduction theater program – both very reasonably-priced) but you can rest assured that every dollar you spend there goes directly back into keeping the museum going.
sarah bernhardt
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My kids loved this place! They loved the story, the museum stuff and the magic show at the end!! They were 7 & 10. I, on the other hand, thought it was too expensive for what it was. It was cramped to the point you had to side step around things. The show was great!! It was entertaining enough for me not to be too upset about the price. And the kids really did have a wonderful time! The couple who own the place were very kind. They engaged with the kids and answered questions. Noone was left out.
Becka Bossons
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Great fun for adults and kids alike! Really had a great time!
This place is absolutely amazing! It caters to children of all ages it’s the perfect mix magic and history. A must see when visiting Scranton Pennsylvania.
Great historical tour of Houdini relics. They have a warehouse and exhibits are rotated out seasonally.The magic show is a nice add on, and is enjoyable, and make sure to check out the gift shop filled with magic tricks.
If you’re interested in seeing the real America, the kind of America that isn’t centered around an amusement park, then the Harry Houdini Museum should be on your list. It’s a small, one-of-a-kind museum run by Dorothy Dietrich and Dick Brookz in Scranton PA. It’s a converted house in a residential area so be careful not to drive right by looking for a big, commercialized attraction. But inside is everything you’d ever expect in a museum dedicated to Houdini. Dorothy and Dick scour the Earth looking for any bit of genuine Houdini memorabilia from the actual equipment he used in his tricks (such as an actual milk can fron his most famous escapes) to genuine theater programs detailing his life as it was recorded during his lifetime. The museum houses the most complete Houdini collection anywhere.The Houdini Museum is more than just a walk-through, 25-cent tour. Its proprietors, as well as providing a magic show for its patrons, take great care in preserving the Houdini legend in the most factual manner possible. They told us as much about Harry Houdini the man as they did about Harry Houdini the magician and it is a most fascinating story about a most fascinating individual. I came away with much more respect for this entertainer, entrepreneur and most honorable American.Operating the museum is a labor of love for Dietrich and Brookz. I doubt they are wealthy people because of it, but they pour their hearts and souls into keeping alive the Houdini legacy and history for us all. The Houdini Museum is truly an American treasure but one that will not last forever. Maybe in a generation it will not be here anymore replaced by a Disney-fied version of Houdini complete with all the embellishments of a comic book hero cleansed of any trace of his real humanity. I fear that once the museum is gone, Houdini himself will be permanently lost so please plan on seeing it soon.With that all said, I obviously give the Harry Houdini Museum two thumbs up. It’s a genuine slice of America and the perfect afternoon diversion from the theme park scene. Yes, they will offer things like for purchase (we bought a deck of magic cards and a reproduction theater program – both very reasonably-priced) but you can rest assured that every dollar you spend there goes directly back into keeping the museum going.
My kids loved this place! They loved the story, the museum stuff and the magic show at the end!! They were 7 & 10. I, on the other hand, thought it was too expensive for what it was. It was cramped to the point you had to side step around things. The show was great!! It was entertaining enough for me not to be too upset about the price. And the kids really did have a wonderful time! The couple who own the place were very kind. They engaged with the kids and answered questions. Noone was left out.
Great fun for adults and kids alike! Really had a great time!