Beautiful and simple display of multiple artists work. Easy access. Free admission. A nice hour…read moreactivity if you are looking for something to do and enjoy art. Gift shop is adorable too!

The Medici sold tickets to a zoom presentation of Robert Wittman lecture series for $38.77. I…read morepurchased a ticket, but was unable to enter the Zoom "room" for over 10 minutes so I had to contact them by phone to let me in. When I was finally admitted their camera angle made the presentation SIDEWAYS. I called AGAIN to tell them to turn their camera. The audio was so bad I couldn't understand the presenter and they were so far away from him I couldn't see his slides. This was the most unprofessional operation I've ever experienced. It was awful. I eventually just logged off. After contacting the President of the Museum to request a full refund, I've heard nothing from them. Their customer service is awful and I would not recommend patronizing this museum.

I am a self-proclaimed presidential history nerd visiting from Texas. I've read a biography on…read moreevery president in order through Truman, and my bucket list includes visiting where each was born and their final resting places. Of course, I also make it a point to visit presidential libraries, national historic sites, etc. I've visited dozens of locations across multiple states. The National McKinley Birthplace Memorial Museum was one of the most heartwarming places I've visited. Belinda, the Museum Director, is such a gem! A few months ago as I planned my trip, I emailed the museum and she responded. It was nice to put a face to an email. Belinda and I held a wide ranging conversation. I was interested in the building's history as much as in the museum...as I wondered how people used the building before she made it what it is today (she took over in 2022). She's done a helluva job. The museum is FULL of unique artifacts, including McKinley's actual sword used in the civil war. Display cases upstairs walk through every chapter of McKinley's life. You'll see a bunch of other neat memorabilia and artifacts like an official presidential banner, the key to McK's birth home, and tons of items bearing his signature. You also see: slippers hand crocheted by Ida McKinley, a piano belonging to McK's mother, and the desk used by McK when he practiced law. Probably the thing that gave me goosebumps, however, was when Belinda told me they have the actual flag which covered his coffin. It's in storage now, but hopefully on display soon. She's also hoping for a donation of furniture that was actually in the McKinley home. My conversation with Belinda almost brought me to tears. Hearing the way she's worked to make this museum what it is today.... Every time I visit a presidential history site... I am overwhelmed with gratitude for people like Belinda and others who had the foresight to preserve and maintain our history. This museum has the potential to really be something, and I'm so glad I visited!

My Great Great Grandfather built a scale model of McKinley's funeral train. I had always wanted to…read moretake my family to go see it. Living in Georgia now, it's not quite that easy. Last summer we planned a trip making this one of our priority stops. We checked the schedule to make sure we'd make it on time. Driving in from Niagara Falls in a terrible thunderstorm, we pulled in about 10-15 minutes before the final self guided tour time. Walk to the entrance and it's closed. We knock, try to call, etc. Walk over to the library on the other side of the courtyard. The librarian was very helpful trying to get a hold of the curator. I go out, walk around the building to the back, and knock on the door. The curator answers. I say we're here to see the train, that it's part of my family history and I'd like to show my kids. She says "no". I ask if we can, just for a moment. She again says "no" and that we should come back tomorrow. I told her that we were travelling through and wouldn't be in the area tomorrow. She just refused. Remember, this happened when the museum was supposed to be open. I feel sick that part of my family heritage is under the care of this person.

Went to a friend's showing of local American artists, chosen by jury selection, and I was…read moreimpressed. This art museum is beautiful on Youngstown State's campus. Galleries show only artwork by Americans, the only museum of its kind in the U.S. One gallery is artwork showing Native Americans. Others showed large wall paintings and smaller paintings and some sculptures. The newest display of local artists runs through February 25, 2026. Lovely gift shop. Free. Check it out.

Very beautiful building and the art inside is extremely impressive! My sisters and I thoroughly…read moreenjoyed our trip to this museum and the staff were very friendly and helpful even in the cafe. This is a must do when visiting Youngstown!

The Christmas Memories display is wonderful- very nostalgic!!…read moreAnd the house is beautiful!!

This home is just beautiful during Christmastime. I was there during a week day, which was great…read morebecause it wasn't too busy. One of the docents told me that it is so packed that people can barely move through sometimes on the weekends. That said, I might suggest offering a slight discount rate for coming on a weekday. Even a couple bucks cheaper as an incentive to get people to come when it's less busy. I love the history and I love the thought and time that was put into each of the displays. Very interesting history and I know that I barely scratched the surface learning about this prominent Youngstown family. Loved the mid-century modern displays too. I'm sure it's appealing to my generation and older, because all of it is very familiar. Everyone who works here is very friendly. The gift shop sells some really cool vintage things and it is worth a look. I was excited to see that it was next to the Wick House, which is (or at least it was 30 years ago) a women's dorm where my friend once lived, so it was nostalgic to see that building. I hadn't realized it would be right next door. I believe that family was on the Titanic if my memory serves me correctly. Anyhow- do try to come during Christmastime to visit the Arns Museum. It's a great piece of local history.

Wonderful little day trip or excursion if you are nearby for the day. Lots of great history on…read moreimmigrants as a work force in our country. Mostly centered on the steel industry and its evolution as beginning business to outdated industry. Very well curated with unique settings and approaches to add to your experience. Life used to be much harder. This is an interesting and engaging look at those changes over time. Staff was super friendly, welcoming and helpful.

Outstanding museum on the campus of Youngstown State University. The museum concentrated on the…read moresteel industry. These mills built America. The museum tells about how immigrant workers stood up for themselves and demanded better working conditions.

Very disappointing to take me grandkids here and there really wasn't much to do for them. Some…read morethings didn't work. Not worth the money.

We took our 3 and 4 year olds here for a daytime activity. They had such a nice time. I would say…read morethey have activities that are age appropriate for kids 12 and under. They had free sanitizer and sanitizing wipes which i was a huge fan of. Free use of lockers for your coats. They also had a sensory sensitive room. Absolutely worth the $10 per person!

A great place to learn the history of the area!read more

This is quite possibly one of the most underrated living history experiences in this section of…read moreOhio. The culmination of one man's efforts to preserve the quickly disappearing industrial history of the Mahoning Valley region, it is an amazing what can been done with dedication to mission and perseverance. This is no unfeeling static display with labels, it's a living, breathing reminder of the importance that steel once had in this region and our country. This means it can be a gritty, occasionally dirty place....but that doesn't mean it still can't teach folks of all ages amazing lessons. Unlike other steam locomotive experiences, this is steam in a small package, and #58's smaller size and simple construction makes it a particularly good for those who home school, as children can see all its working parts at their level, learning science, history and the importance of hard work in one package. In short, check it out. You won't be disappointed!