Bradford, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. is not only the birthplace of Zippo lighters and Case knives, but also a place where you can truly feel the craftsmanship and quality synonymous with "Made in America". We invite you to visit the Zippo/Case Museum & Flagship Store, where fans and collectors from around the world come together to experience the long history of both American icons.

Discover the 15,000-square-foot attraction, featuring the world-famous Zippo Repair Clinic and the Zippo/Case Flagship Store. Fourteen specially made Zippo streetlights line both sides of the driveway leading to the building. At the entrance stands a 40-foot-tall Zippo lighter with a pulsating neon flame and a massive Case Canoe pocket knife with three blades. Enjoy a self-guided tour to learn about the rich history of two American icons.

 

History

The first museum, the Zippo Family Store and Museum, opened in late 1993. The name was well chosen, as it showcased products from the then Zippo family of companies: Zippo, W.R. Case and Sons Cutlery Company, and Holgate Toys.

The original museum was quite small and soon proved inadequate to satisfy the passion of collectors and the curiosity of tourists who made the trip to Bradford. In 1995, plans were made for a brand-new and greatly expanded store and museum. The Zippo/Case Visitor Center celebrated its grand reopening on July 18, 1997, coinciding with the company's 65th anniversary.  It was the centerpiece of the 1997 international Zippo/Case swap meet. More than 8,000 people from around the world participated in the three-day gathering, creating an international flow of visitors that continues to this day.

The Zippo/Case Museum & Flagship Store receives more than 100,000 visitors annually. Collectors and tourists come from all over the United States and many other countries, including Germany, Poland, Belgium, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Great Britain, France, Spain, Portugal, and Brazil, because of their love for these two American brand icons.

Interesting Exhibits

Just as you will never forget your Zippo lighter or Case knife, you will also never forget your first visit to the Zippo/Case Museum. Experience the following exhibits, among others:

• An Ally for the Allies, a tribute to Zippo's contribution to the American military during World War II.

• The Greatest Supporting Actor of All Time, a display of every time a Zippo lighter appeared in Hollywood films.

• "It Works or We Fix It Free," a glimpse into Zippo's famous repair center.
• Zippo Rocks!, a rock-'n-roll collection of Zippo's role in music throughout the years.

 

Free Admission

• Accessible to people with disabilities

• Restrooms
• Free bus parking
• Open 7 days a week (see exceptions below)

 

Tour groups are welcome!

Tour groups are welcome.  Some restrictions apply.  Contact the Zippo corporate office at 814-368-2700 to book a tour.

ADDRESS

1932 Zippo Drive
Bradford, Pennsylvania 16701
814-368-1932

Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Closed: January 1 and 2, Easter, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. (Open on Christmas Eve from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and on New Year's Eve from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)