{"id":101469,"date":"2020-06-25T21:47:03","date_gmt":"2020-06-26T01:47:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=101469"},"modified":"2020-06-25T21:47:03","modified_gmt":"2020-06-26T01:47:03","slug":"national-museum-of-industrial-history-to-reopen-friday-june-26th","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thevalleyledger.com\/?p=101469","title":{"rendered":"National Museum of Industrial History to reopen Friday, June 26th"},"content":{"rendered":"

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BETHLEHEM, Pa. \u2013 The National Museum of Industrial History plans to open its doors to visitors this Friday, June 26th with increased safety measures following over three months of closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic.\u00a0 Operating on a limited schedule, the museum will be open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday until further notice.<\/div>\n

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\u201cWe have been incredibly overwhelmed with the support of our community and patrons during this difficult period. We thank the thousands who have tuned in online to our virtual offerings and the many of you who have purchased memberships, made donations, and supported us in various ways throughout this crisis.\u00a0 We\u2019re excited to get back to doing what we do best: preserving America\u2019s industrial past and inspiring new generations of inventors and entrepreneurs.\u201d<\/div>\n

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The museum has implemented a comprehensive policy to ensure the safety of patrons, employees, volunteers, and artifacts during the reopening phase.\u00a0 The new measures follow local, state, and national regulations and best practices and will allow the museum to offer an educational and enjoyable experience while maintaining vigilance. In accordance with Pennsylvania guidelines, the museum will operate at a 50% capacity until further notice and utilize a timed ticketing system, to allow for controlled entry to the museum with minimal person-to-person interaction.\u00a0 Tickets for the museum can be purchased on the museum\u2019s website at nmih.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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The museum has been professionally cleaned and sanitized following CDC guidelines prior to reopening and reduced hours allow for museum staff to disinfect between visiting days. Sanitizing stations have been implemented throughout the museum and touchless soap dispensers have been installed in the museum\u2019s bathrooms.\u00a0 Signage has been placed throughout the space to ensure proper social distancing between visitors and frequently touched areas, such as the museum\u2019s interactive experiences, have been modified or removed. A Plexiglas barrier has been mounted at the museum\u2019s front desk and all staff and visitors over the age of 4 are required to wear masks while inside the museum facilities.<\/div>\n

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While the museum is operating at a reduced capacity, it will continue offering programs via its website and social media outlets. \u201cOur \u2018Virtual Museum\u2019 offerings have been extremely popular, allowing our fans from across the world to learn more about industrial history while at home,\u201d said Glenn Koehler, Director of Marketing and PR for the museum. \u201cWe\u2019re going to continue offering several guest lectures a month, as well as our youth programs in partnership with the Bethlehem Area Public Library and PBS39.\u201d\u00a0 The full list of online offerings, including recordings of previous programs, can be found at https:\/\/nmih.org\/virtualmuseum<\/a>. The museum is also hosting a Virtual Summer Camp offering campers behind-the-scenes looks and the chance to learn from working professionals at top Lehigh Valley manufacturers like Martin Guitar, B. Braun, and Mack Trucks.\u00a0 More information on the summer camp and sign-up information can be found at https:\/\/www.nmih.org\/educate\/2020-engineering-summer-camp\/<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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About NMIH\u2028<\/b>
\nA Smithsonian Institution-affiliate, the National Museum of Industrial History is dedicated to preserving America\u2019s rich industrial heritage. Housed in an 18,000-square-foot, 100-year-old former Bethlehem Steel facility on the largest private brownfield in America, the Museum is home to exciting exhibits, engaging programs and amazing history.\u00a0 Learn more at nmih.org<\/a>.<\/div>\n

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\nInformation provided to TVL by:
\nGlenn Koehler
\nDirector of Marketing and Public Relations
\nNational Museum of Industrial History
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