This is a must-see attraction for any fan of Indiana’s hometown hero. The museum first opened in 1995 with the goal of honoring and sharing Jimmy’s life and legacy through a collection of exhibits that highlight Jimmy’s broad acting career, his heroic military service, and an intimate glimpse into his life as a civic leader and family man. This collection includes original movie scripts, costumes, posters, photographs, and items from his military service. THE JIMMY STEWART MUSEUM
Jimmy personally selected some of the items on display including a Winchester commemorative rifle and a propeller blade autographed by the cast and crew of “Flight of the Phoenix”. The museum also features a vintage 1930’s movie theater with a state-of-the-art sound and projection system. Take in a matinee showing of a Stewart film or view a documentary film on his life and career. While you’re there, stop in the museum gift shop for a unique selection of souvenirs. You can also shop the store online by visiting the museum website: www.jimmy.org
“Must Do” checklist • Take a Selfie at the Jimmy Statue: Located on the front lawn of the Indiana County Courthouse on Philadelphia Street and replica in the museum. • Listen to “Jimmy” for Safe Crossing: Rich Little impersonates Stewart’s voice to safely direct pedestrians through crosswalks on Philadelphia Street at 7th and 9th Street intersections. • Take Home a Souvenir: Don’t have time to tour the entire museum but looking for a souvenir? There’s never a fee to “stop and shop” at the gift shop, located inside the museum! • Watch a Classic Movie Featuring Jimmy: Daily matinees, rotating weekly, are shown at 1 PM in the museum’s updated vintage movie theater. • See Jimmy’s 310 Cessna Plane: The restored plane is on display at the Jimmy Stewart Airport. • Take a Photo with the Mural of Jimmy Stewart: A stunning black & white photo of Mr. Stewart was replicated as a mural at the entrance of the museum - the perfect place to snap a pic! • Attend the First Commonwealth Bank “It’s A Wonderful Life” (IAWL) Festival, featuring the Lucy Donnelly Light Up Night & Holiday Parade: Feel as though you’ve stepped into Bedford Falls during the holiday kick-off parade held annually the Friday before Thanksgiving. The festival continues weekends with IAWL-themed specials and activities!
Jimmy Stewart Museum 835 Philadelphia St., 3rd Floor Indiana, PA 15701
724-349-6112 www.jimmy.org
Jimmy Stewart Hometown Tour The Stewart family hails from Indiana, PA and those wishing
to learn more about Jimmy Stewart, as well as his family, are encouraged to take the “Hometown Tour”. The self- guided tour takes you through the town streets, providing information about the family’s connections to the area. BRINGING A GROUP TO THE MUSEUM? Special group rates and services are available. Groups can also request a step-on guided driving tour. Contact the museum for additional details: 724-349-6112.
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Photos courtesy of The Jimmy Stewart Museum, Thomas Campisano, Don Lancaster & Anthony Frazier.
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