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Ministry of Awe
27 N. 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19106

Map & Directions

Hours of Operation
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Monday // Closed
Tuesday - Thursday // 11am - 8pm
Friday // 11am -10pm

Saturday // 10am - 10pm

Sunday // 10am - 7pm

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

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The 8,500 foot art experience spans six stories inside a converted 19th century bank building. Expect surprising spaces: twisting labyrinths, an exploitable vault, and a Victorian atrium. Levels accessible by stairs or elevator, so consider proper footwear for walking. 

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Visitors should expect a sense of drama and curiosity from multi-sensory sound and light design. Performers bringing life to the MoA story will offer levels of interaction based on visitor interest and participation.

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MOA is designed for all ages and levels of engagement. There's plenty of easy to access art, explorable play spaces, interactive elements and performers that will engage young imaginations.

ALLOW UP TO 2 HOURS

We recommend allowing up 2 hours for an optimal exploring pace to take in the details. Some will linger longer or forage faster - it’s up to you.

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accessibility

MoA is ADA compliant.
MoA is stair-accessible throughout. Elevator access is available to every level except the basement. 

Visitors should expect a sense of drama and curiosity from multi-sensory sound and light design. Performers bringing life to the MoA story will offer levels of interaction based on visitor interest and participation.

FAQs

  • Yes. No. Define real. Ministry of Awe is a real immersive art experience created by real artists that you can really visit for a fun and brain-tickling time. It is not a “working bank,” but it’s located in a pretty old one. MoA is one of a kind.

  • MoA is intended for all ages and levels of engagement. While not specifically designed for children, there’s plenty of easy-to-access art, explorable play spaces, interactive elements, and performers that will engage young imaginations. Children’s tickets are available and children under 2 are free.

  • No. MoA is not a haunted house or escape room. Moments inside the experience can feel dramatic, perplexing, silly, ecstatic, and mysterious, but there will be no jump scares or sense of mounting pressure.

  • MoA is not pet-friendly, but welcomes all registered service animals with their “account holders” aka visitors.

  • Bring an open mind, comfortable shoes, and maybe a friend, or two.

  • For the safety of our staff and guests and to keep the space clean, the following items are not allowed in the building:

    • Bad attitudes

    • Weapons of any kind, including: Firearms of any kind, including concealed carry, pocket knives, pepper spray and spiked jewelry.

    • Vape pens or electric cigarettes (vaping is not permitted inside the building or exhibit)

    • Cigarettes, cigars, or pipes (smoking is not allowed inside the building or exhibit)

    • Outside food and beverages, alcohol, flasks, or other containers. Empty water bottles are ok! We have water refill stations inside. 

    • Gum

    • Recreational or illegal drugs, including recreational or medicinal cannabis

    • Markers, stickers, or spray paint

    • Strollers. Guests are encouraged to “baby-wear”

    • Large bags, Luggage, and backpacks.

    • Skateboards and Heelys shoes

    • Professional recording equipment, drones, selfie sticks, or tripods