Biedenharn Coca-Cola Museum — Attraction in Monroe

Not sure how one of the other reviewers could not follow the clearly marked signs. But the wife and I had no problem finding the entrance and speaking with the two folks running the small but interesting museum next to the Biedenharn house. If you are a Pepsi drinker it might still be interesting to see the evolution of how Joe Biedenharn harnessed the new fad of Coke by bottling it. Before one had to go to a Soda Fountain or candy store that had a soda fountain to enjoy a Coke. He built a bottling empire that employed his descendants since. The different bottles over the years was a tidbit as well as how the original stopper made a popping sound and originated the term, "Pop" for a soft drink. The two folks working there were a wealth of information and were willing and happy to share their...

Came upon this place while traveling with my wife. I parked directly across the street. I walked across the street to the sidewalk and followed the sidewalk to a sign that pointed through an open gate that said welcome room. A sign next to the open gate displays the hours of operation. I followed the sign towards the welcome room and promptly was accounted by a woman wanting to know who I was and what was I doing there. Suffice it to say, the welcome room wasn’t at all welcoming. I ended my visit and will never come back. I don’t recommend it all with...

This place is a gem! If you’re a soda lover like me, this is a must see if you’re in the area. Helpful and energetic staff add to the experience as well. A gift shop with lots of options for gifts and trinkets was the cap on a well spent afternoon!

(By the way, there’s 5 cent GLASS BOTTLE!coke in an old-timey vending...