El Ministerio del Asombro de Philly: Cinco cosas maravillosamente extrañas que hacer

Visión general

In a neighborhood known for its artsy destinations, the Ministerio del Asombro (MoA) is by far the most ambitious and bizarre — and that’s a good thing.

Set inside a historic, grand 19th-century bank designed by famed architect Frank Furness, this fully immersive art experience doubles as a museum, a theatrical performance, a haunted house, an adult playground and a giant story where you — the main character — are an account holder at the MoA.

  — Photo by K. Russell

Large-scale murals, life-size sculptures of fantastical creatures and tons of blink-and-you-miss-it handcrafted art pieces unfold across six floors and countless rooms — all designed to leave you awestruck.

Much of the art is overlaid with interactive technology, cool lighting and ambient soundscapes to fully immerse you in this magical world. A cast of kooky characters — white collar criminals, high priests and priestesses, and other ministers and ministrixes of awe — help you make the most of your experience.

Keep an eye out for hidden hallways and doors, ringing phones (pick them up — someone on the other end might share some helpful information for you), and opportunities to add a message, a doodle or your voice to the living, breathing, ever-changing work of art.

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Meg Saligman, the acclaimed Philly muralist and mind behind the MoA, worked with over 100 local artists to bring this project to life. The Ministerio del Asombro abre Sábado, 14 de marzo de 2026. Es necesario adquirir entradas.

Part of the joy of the Ministry of Awe is in the discovery. Read on for a peek inside the strange, spectacular — and at times scandalous — world of the Ministry of Awe.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Necesito entradas?

Yep, timed tickets are required and available on the sitio web oficial. Discounts are available for kids, seniors and military. Little ones under the age of 3 are free. Capacity is limited, so your best bet is to purchase your tickets in advance.

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What’s the story on the gift shop?

Located in the lobby of the building, the gift shop offers a variety of merch created by the very same artists responsible for the Ministry.

One of the only times your money is any good at this bank, the shop is definitely worth a visit and features everything from hats, mugs and totes to prints and postcards featuring gorgeous artwork.

Is the MoA accessible?

The MoA is expansive, retrofitting all six stories of the historic bank with things to do and see.

A visit will entail a lot of walking and stairs (tip: wear comfy shoes!), but elevators are available, and most levels of the building are accessible and ADA-compliant, except for the fifth floor and basement.

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Is the MoA family-friendly?

The MoA is open to all ages. Do keep in mind that little ones might find some rooms to be a little dark and spooky, and the themes might be more difficult for younger audiences to grasp. A limited number of the artworks depict nudity.

How long does it take to experience the MoA?

On average, a visitor can spend between 90 minutes and 2 hours. Guests are encouraged to experience the bank at their own pace, and exploring the entire experience can take as little or as long as you would like.

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For more on Ministry of Awe, including ticket purchases and info on what’s on view, click the button below.

Visite el sitio web oficial