Philadelphia Mint

The Philadelphia Mint stands in a multistory granite and glass building near Independence Mall, where it continues to manufacture coins for the United States. Visitors walk through galleries with large windows that overlook production floors and striking presses.

Congress passed an act in 1792 to establish the first national mint in Philadelphia, then the capital. The building relocated several times and was rebuilt at its current site in the 1960s.

The facility supplies coins for daily use across the nation and maintains an exhibit featuring historic coins and medals. Visitors observe workers at machines as well as finished rolls of coins ready for distribution.

The visit operates without reservations during business hours, though a security screening at the entrance is required. The galleries are accessible and offer seating along the viewing points.

The facility strikes billions of coins each year that enter circulation through banks and provide most of the small change across the nation. Metal alloys are tested on site and rolled into thin strips with high precision.

Location: Philadelphia

Website: https://usmint.gov/about/mint-tours-facilities/philadelphia

GPS coordinates: 39.95360,-75.14740

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:23