![Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Beaver-Stadium-State-College-PA The Penn State All-SPorts Museum is located on the ground floor of Beaver Stadium.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Beaver-Stadium-State-College-PA-696x465.jpg)
The Penn State All-Sports Museum at Beaver Stadium honors the history, heritage, and accomplishments of Penn State athletes and Penn State Intercollegiate Athletics.
![The Penn State All-Sports Museum celebrates the athletic history and heritage of the University.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Winning-Tradition-State-College-PA.jpg)
The museum features archival images and memorabilia from 34 sports played at the varsity level at Penn State, including 31 active sports and 3 that have been discontinued (boxing, bowling, and rifle).
![Penn State boxing exhibit at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-boxing-exhibit.jpg)
Visitors will also learn about the history of the Nittany Lion, and how it came to be the Penn State mascot.
![The original Nittany Lion on display at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Original-Nittany-Lion-Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-State-College-PA.jpg)
Upstairs Exhibits at the Penn State All-Sports Museum
The upstairs portion of the museum focuses on the indoor sports played at Penn State, including basketball, wrestling, and ice hockey.
![Penn State ice hockey exhibit at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Ice-Hockey-exhibit-State-College-PA.jpg)
Sports that typically get less media attention, like fencing, get equal time here on the upper floor of the museum.
![Penn State Fencing exhibit at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Fencing-Exhibit.jpg)
Each exhibit offers a wealth of information about that sport’s recent and historic accomplishments.
![Penn State Lady Lions basketball exhibit at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Lady-Lions-Basketball-Exhibit.jpg)
Downstairs Exhibits at the Penn State All-Sports Museum
Downstairs, the Penn State All-Sports Museum features exhibits related to the University’s outdoor sports.
![Penn State baseball exhibit at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Baseball-exhibit-State-College-PA.jpg)
Naturally, Penn State football is prominently represented here in the museum.
![Penn State Football exhibit at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Football-exhibit.jpg)
Trophies, jerseys, photos, and game balls are all part of this exhibit.
![Penn State football memorabilia on display at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Football-Uniforms-exhibit.jpg)
You’ll find the 1986 College Football National Championship trophy on display.
![1986 College Football National Championship trophy on display at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-1986-College-Football-National-Championship-Trophy.jpg)
As well as John Cappelletti’s 1973 Heisman Trophy.
![John Cappelletti's 1973 Heisman Trophy on display at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-John-Cappelletti-1973-Heisman-Trophy.jpg)
Nittany Lion Mascot Exhibits
Throughout the museum you’ll find information related to the Nittany Lion and how it became the mascot of Penn State athletics and the University in general.
![The Penn State Alma Mater on display at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Penn-State-Alma-Mater-State-College-PA.jpg)
The idea for the Nittany Lion as the Penn State mascot is said to have been the brainchild of Penn State baseball player Joe Mason.
![History of the Nittany Lion mascot explained at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-History-of-Nittany-Lion-Mascot-Exhibit.jpg)
The Nittany Lion made its first public appearance as the Penn State mascot in 1922.
![Photo of the first public appearance of the Nittany Lion mascot on display at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Nittany-Lion-Mascot-First-Public-Appearance.jpg)
The Nittany Lion mascot has evolved a great deal over the past 100 years.
![The Nittany Lion mascot on the football field in 1942.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Penn-State-Nittany-Lion-Homecming-Football-Game-1942.jpg)
A version of the “modern day” Nittany Lion mascot costume is displayed in the museum as well.
![The Nittany Lion mascot and the familiar "We Are Penn State" chant.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-We-Are-Penn-State-Nittany-Lion.jpg)
Stadium View
Most visits to the Penn State All-Sports Museum include an opportunity to look into Beaver Stadium from the Mount Nittany Club Level, which depending on the time of year you visit, can look a LOT different than a typical game day!
![A short tour of Beaver Stadium is included in a visit to the Penn State All-Sports Museum in State College.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Beaver-Stadium-White-Out-Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Tour-State-College-PA.jpg)
Hours and Directions
Regular hours for the Penn State All-Sports Museum are Tuesday-Saturday: 10AM-4PM and Sunday: 12PM-4PM.
![One of many trophy cases at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Trophy-Case-State-College-PA.jpg)
Hours vary over the winter and on home football weekends – please check the museum’s OFFICIAL WEBSITE for the latest info.
![Penn State Nittany Lion mascot statue inside the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Nittany-Lion-Statue.jpg)
The Museum is located at the southwest corner of Beaver Stadium, opposite the Bryce Jordan Center, along Curtin Road.
![The Penn State All-Sports Museum at Beaver Stadium.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-State-College-PA.jpg)
The suggested donation for admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children, seniors, & students.
![The NIttany Lion mascot costume at the Penn State All-Sports Museum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Penn-State-All-Sports-Museum-Nittany-Lion-Mascot-costume.jpg)
Nearby Attractions
The Arboretum at Penn State is a peaceful oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of Penn State’s main campus in State College.
![Crossing the bridge from Penn State campus towards the Arboretum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Arboretum-at-Penn-State-Bridge-and-Fountain.jpg)
The Arboretum is located 1 mile west of the All-Sports Museum, near the intersection of Park Avenue and Bigler Road, across the street from the Katz Law School Building.
![Looking towards the Katz Building from the Penn State Arboretum.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Arboretum-Penn-State-H-O-Smith-Botanic-Gardens.jpg)
Centre Furnace Mansion in State College is significant for both its industrial heritage and as the birthplace of Penn State.
![Touring Centre Furnace Mansion in State College Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Tourin-Centre-Furnace-Mansion-State-College-PA.jpg)
Hiking Mount Nittany is an iconic Happy Valley experience!
![Penn State campus as viewed from the MIke Lynch Overlook on Mount Nittany.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Mount-Nittany-View-of-State-College.jpg)
You can take in all of State College and the Penn State main campus from the Mike Lynch Overlook on Mount Nittany, and I’ve created this comprehensive hiking guide to help you get there!
![The view of Beaver Stadium and Medlar Field from Mount Nittany](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/View-of-Beaver-Stadium-from-Mount-Nittany.jpg)
Visiting Penn State in the 1940s is a collection of family photos from the Penn State main campus between 1942-48, presented in then-and-now fashion.
![Mineral Science Building at Penn State in the 1940s.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Mineral-Science-Building-Penn-State-1940s.jpg)
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center is a Penn State owned-and-operated nature and wildlife center located 12 miles from State College in rural Huntingdon County.
![Shaver's Creek is part of Penn State's Stone Valley Recreation Area in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Shavers-Creek-Penn-State-Sign-Huntingdon-County-Pennsylvania.jpg)
The big draw at Shaver’s Creek is the recently-renovated Aviary, home to many Pennsylvania raptors including our Nation’s symbol, the bald eagle!
![A resident bald eagle at Shaver's Creek Environmental Center.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/Bald-Eagle-Shavers-Creek-Environmental-Center-near-Satte-College-PA.jpg)
The Pennsylvania Military Museum in neighboring Boalsburg honors the service of Pennsylvanians in all branches of the military, from colonial times to the present day.
![The Pennsylvania Military Museum in Boalsburg, PA.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Pennsylvania-Military-Museum-Boalsburg-PA.jpg)
Exploring the Ghost Town of Scotia Near State College offers visitors a chance to explore the ruins of a late 1800s iron-mining boomtown.
![View from above of the ore washer remains at Scotia.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Scotia-Ore-Washer-Ruins-SGL-176.jpg)
The 5 Best Scenic Overlooks Near State College will introduce you to some of the best vistas in Happy Valley!
![A summer afternoon at David's Vista near State College PA](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Davids-Vista-Jackson-Trail-near-State-College.jpg)
The 6 Best State Parks Near State College is your guide to some of the best spots to seek temporary refuge from the hustle and bustle of life in a university town.
![Sunset as viewed from a kayak on Black Moshannon Lake.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Black-Moshannon-State-Park-sunset.jpg)
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