National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior IN THIS ISSUE Page 2 Historic District Happenings National Constitution Center City Tavern Page 3 Historic Site & Map Location Page 4 Map No. 111 - September-October 2017 The Historic Philadelphia Gazette is always FREE The Gazette is available also on the Web at historicphiladelphia.org Follow us on twitter.com/historicphilly Photos by: Acroterion, K. Ciappa, D. Cruz, M. Edlow, J. Fusco, M. Kennedy, R. Kennedy, B. Krist, Michael Parker, E. Savaria, G. Widman Like us on facebook.com/historicphilly Independence National Historical Park Ride the Philly PHLASH Sightseeing in Philadelphia is easy aboard the Philly PHLASH Downtown Loop! It’s the most convenient and affordable way for visitors to travel to key destinations, with 22 stops around Philadel- phia, including Independence National Historical Park. e PHLASH offers service every 15 minutes, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Passes are only $2 per ride or $5 per day. Kids four and under and seniors ride free! e PHLASH runs 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Labor Day and Friday through Sunday beginning September 8. For more information, call (800) 537-7676 or visit PhillyPHLASH.com. Live History on Independence After Hours Tour Independence After Hours offers a one-of-a-kind chance to “sneak” into Independence Hall at night! Join your colonial guide on Friday and Saturday evenings through October for a delicious, three-course meal at historic City Tavern before heading out on an evening of adventure where you’ll eavesdrop on the conversa- tions of the Founding Fathers as they debate the Declaration of Independence in the summer of 1776. Independence After Hours is presented in cooperation with Independence National Historical Park. e tours begin at the Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S. 3rd Street and run 5:30-8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; $85 Adults; $80 Seniors/Student/Military;$55 Kids 12 & under. Advance reservations are strongly suggested. HISTORIC DISTRICT HAPPENINGS SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER Various locations throughout the Historic District, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Once Upon A Nation Immerse yourself in history with a daily flag raising, Storytelling and other interactive, historical programming. Free. For details and a complete schedule, visit historicphiladelphia.org. (215) 629-4026 SEPTEMBER 1 Betsy Ross House, 5:30-10 p.m.: First Friday Movie Night Under the Stars & Stripes – e popular event continues with after- hours tours and a fun film! Pre-screening trivia presented by the Philadelphia Film Society starts the evening. BYOB and snacks and camp out in the courtyard for e Amazing Colossal Man starting at 8:15 p.m. $5 at the door or in advance. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org SEPTEMBER 2 Franklin Square, 7-11 p.m.: Saturday Night at the Movies – Bring the family to see a free movie on the Great Lawn. Film starts at 8 p.m. Presented by K12 Inc. Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org SEPTEMBER 2-4 Museum of the American Revolution, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.: Back-to-School Party Free admission and back-to-school packs for kids 12 and under. Activities and stories exploring the role of children in the Revolution, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free for kids 12 and under; activities included with admission. (215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org Franklin Square, 12-3 p.m.: Labor Day Celebration – Enjoy one last blast of summer fun with the Lightning Bolt Express Train, plus carousel rides, Philly Mini Golf and more. Attractions ticketed. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org SEPTEMBER 9 & 10 Franklin Court (meet at arbor in courtyard), 2-3 p.m.: e British Occupation of Philadelphia – Join a Park Ranger for a walking tour and hear stories of the officers, the soldiers, and the civilians as the British army occupied the former United States capital from September 1777 to June 1778. Free. (800) 537-7667, nps.gov/inde SEPTEMBER 10 Franklin Square, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Grandparents’ Day Brunch – Treat your grandparent to a delicious buffet brunch. Ticket price includes craft and carousel ride. $25, advance reservations required. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org SEPTEMBER 15 & 16 Signers’ Garden, 2-3 p.m.: American Prisoners of War in Philadelphia – As part of National POW/MIA Recognition Day, join a park ranger for a walking tour and hear about the 700+ Continental Soldiers who were held in the Walnut Street Jail during the nine months the British Army occupied Philadelphia. Commemoration also includes flag raising and lowering ceremonies at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washing- ton Square Park at 10 a.m. on 9/15 and 4 p.m. on 9/17. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde SEPTEMBER 16 & 17 Second Bank of the United States, 3-3:30 p.m.: Our Constitution – Join a Park Ranger for a slide program about the Constitutional Convention, which George Washington later described as little short of a “miracle in Philadelphia.” Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde SEPTEMBER 17 Benjamin Franklin Courtyard, 1-2 p.m.: Mr. Madison under the Mulberry Tree – Join James Madison as he answers questions about the Constitutional Convention, the Bill of Rights and his presidency. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde continues on page 2 Start Exploring with Philadelphia’s Historic District Pass e 2017 Historic District Pass program provides visitors with affordable and convenient options to begin exploring the area. It includes one-time admission to the National Constitution Center, Betsy Ross House, Christ Church Burial Ground; and two all-day Philly PHLASH passes, for just $18 for adults and $13 for youth (ages 4-12). New for 2017, Philadelphia’s Historic District: Museum Pass offers visitors “more to explore.” It includes one-time admission to the African American Museum in Philadelphia, National Museum of American Jewish History, and Philadelphia History Museum, for just $23 for adults and $17 for youth (ages 13-17). Both Passes are available exclusively at the Independence Visitor Center. (800) 537-7676, HistoricPhillyPass.com t
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National Park ServiceU.S. Department of the Interior
I N T H I S I S S U E
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Historic District Happenings
National Constitution Center
City Tavern
Page 3Historic Site & Map
Location
Page 4Map
No. 111 - September-October 2017
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Ride thePhilly PHLASH
Sightseeing in Philadelphia is easy aboard the Philly PHLASH Downtown Loop! It’s the most convenient and affordable way for visitors
to travel to key destinations, with 22 stops around Philadel-
phia, including Independence National Historical Park.
The PHLASH offers service every 15 minutes, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Passes are only $2 per ride or $5 per day. Kids four and under and seniors ride free!
The PHLASH runs 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily through Labor Day and Friday through Sunday beginning September 8. For more information, call (800) 537-7676 or visit PhillyPHLASH.com.
Live History onIndependence After Hours Tour
Independence After Hours offers a one-of-a-kind chance to “sneak” into Independence Hall at night! Join your colonial guide on Friday and Saturday evenings through October for a delicious, three-course meal at historic City Tavern before heading out on an evening of adventure where you’ll eavesdrop on the conversa-tions of the Founding Fathers as they debate the Declaration of Independence in the summer of 1776. Independence After Hours is presented in cooperation with Independence National Historical Park. The tours begin at the Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S. 3rd Street and run 5:30-8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; $85 Adults; $80 Seniors/Student/Military;$55 Kids 12 & under. Advance reservations are strongly suggested.
H I S T O R I C D I S T R I C T H A P P E N I N G SSEPTEMBERSEPTEMBER
Various locations throughout the Historic District, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Once Upon A Nation Immerse yourself in history with a daily flag raising, Storytelling and other interactive, historical programming. Free. For details and a complete schedule, visit historicphiladelphia.org. (215) 629-4026
SEPTEMBER 1Betsy Ross House, 5:30-10 p.m.: First Friday Movie Night Under the Stars & Stripes – The popular event continues with after- hours tours and a fun film! Pre-screening trivia presented by the Philadelphia Film Society starts the evening. BYOB and snacks and camp out in the courtyard for The Amazing Colossal Man starting at 8:15 p.m. $5 at the door or in advance. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.orgSEPTEMBER 2Franklin Square, 7-11 p.m.: Saturday Night at the Movies – Bring the family to see a free movie on the Great Lawn. Film starts at 8 p.m. Presented by K12 Inc. Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
SEPTEMBER 2-4Museum of the American Revolution, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.: Back-to-School Party Free admission and back-to-school packs for kids 12 and under. Activities and stories exploring the role of children in the Revolution, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free for kids 12 and under; activities included with admission. (215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.orgFranklin Square, 12-3 p.m.: Labor Day Celebration – Enjoy one last blast of summer fun with the Lightning Bolt Express Train, plus carousel rides, Philly Mini Golf and more. Attractions ticketed. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.orgSEPTEMBER 9 & 10Franklin Court (meet at arbor in courtyard), 2-3 p.m.: The British Occupation of Philadelphia – Join a Park Ranger for a walking tour and hear stories of the officers, the soldiers, and the civilians as the British army occupied the former United States capital from September 1777 to June 1778. Free. (800) 537-7667, nps.gov/indeSEPTEMBER 10Franklin Square, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.: Grandparents’ Day Brunch – Treat your grandparent to a delicious buffet brunch. Ticket price includes craft and carousel ride. $25, advance reservations required. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
SEPTEMBER 15 & 16Signers’ Garden, 2-3 p.m.: American Prisoners of War in Philadelphia – As part of National POW/MIA Recognition Day, join a park ranger for a walking tour and hear about the 700+ Continental Soldiers who were held in the Walnut Street Jail during the nine months the British Army occupied Philadelphia. Commemoration also includes flag raising and lowering ceremonies at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washing- ton Square Park at 10 a.m. on 9/15 and 4 p.m. on 9/17. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/indeSEPTEMBER 16 & 17Second Bank of the United States, 3-3:30 p.m.: Our Constitution – Join a Park Ranger for a slide program about the Constitutional Convention, which George Washington later described as little short of a “miracle in Philadelphia.” Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/indeSEPTEMBER 17Benjamin Franklin Courtyard, 1-2 p.m.: Mr. Madison under the Mulberry Tree – Join James Madison as he answers questions about the Constitutional Convention, the Bill of Rights and his presidency. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
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Start Exploring with Philadelphia’s Historic District Pass The 2017 Historic District Pass program provides visitors with affordable and convenient options to begin exploring the area. It includes one-time admission to the National Constitution Center, Betsy Ross House, Christ
Church Burial Ground; and two all-day Philly PHLASH passes, for just $18 for adults and $13 for youth (ages 4-12). New for 2017, Philadelphia’s Historic District: Museum Pass offers visitors “more to explore.” It includes one-time
admission to the African American Museum in Philadelphia, National Museum of American Jewish History, and Philadelphia History Museum, for just $23 for adults and $17 for youth (ages 13-17). Both Passes are available exclusively at the Independence Visitor Center. (800) 537-7676, HistoricPhillyPass.comt
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SEPTEMBERSEPTEMBER
SEPTEMBER 21The Liberty View at Independence Visitor Center, 6-7 p.m.: The Enigma of Benjamin Franklin’s Faith – History professor Dr. Thomas Kidd, History Professor at Baylor University and author of the book: Benjamin Franklin: The Religious Life of a Founding Father joins local historians for this interactive discussion. Free; reservations are required: [email protected]
SEPTEMBER 23 & 30Franklin Court (meet at arbor in courtyard), 2-3 p.m.: The British Occupation of Philadelphia – See Sept. 9-10 for description.
OCTOBEROCTOBER
OCTOBER 1-30Franklin Square, 6-9 p.m. Fri.-Sun. in October: Spooky Mini Golf – Philly Mini Golf is transformed into spooky fun for the season with fog, lights, music and surprises. Tickets required. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
OCTOBER 1Signers’ Garden, 2-3 p.m.: American Revolutions: How Spain and Her Colonies Saved the United States – Ranger-led guided walking tour through Society Hill explores the vital contributions to the American Revolution of the Hispanic diplomats who lived there. Discover an 18th century world of heroes and scoundrels, diplomacy and intrigue, romance and bitter disappointment! Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
OCTOBER 6 Betsy Ross House, 5:30-10:30 p.m.: First Friday Movie Night Under the Stars & Stripes – Celebrate the spooky season with evening tours of the House and pre-movie trivia presented by the Philadelphia Film Society followed by a special double feature in the courtyard with the original Bucket of Blood and Night of the Living Dead on the bill. $5 at the door or in advance. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
OCTOBER 7Franklin Square, 7-11 p.m.: Saturday Night at the Movies – Bring the family to see a free movie on the Great Lawn. Film starts at 8 p.m. Presented by K12 Inc. Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
OCTOBER 7-15Museum of the American Revolution, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Occupied Philadelphia: The British Are Coming Back! – Com- memorate the 240th anniversary of the British occupation of Philadelphia with a week of special programming, and a two–day living history event Oct. 14-15. Free with admission. (215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org
OCTOBER 7 & 8Betsy Ross House, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Colonial Chocolate Making – Meet three female entrepreneurs and learn how women played an active role during the American Revolution – from making important military supplies, like flags and musket cartridges, to choosing “patriotic” beverages like chocolate and coffee, rather than tea. Sample the hot chocolate drink that colonists enjoyed. Sponsored by AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate. Free. (215) 686-1252, historicphildelphia.org
Signers’ Garden, 2-3 p.m.: American Revolutions: How Spain and Her Colonies Saved the United States– See Oct. 1 for description.
OCTOBER 14 & 15Signers’ Garden, 2-3 p.m.: American Revolutions: How Spain and Her Colonies Saved the United States– See Oct. 1 for description.
OCTOBER 21Franklin Square, 12-2 p.m.: Pumpkin Patch – Pick a pumpkin and decorate to take home. Free for children 10 and under; while supplies last. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
OCTOBER 28Franklin Square, 12-3 p.m.: Trick-or-Treat Trail Presented by Fox Rothschild LLP – Make a trick-or-treat bag and fill it along the trail. Plus, enjoy rides around the Square on the Lighting Bolt Express train. Free for children 10 and under; tickets required for train. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
OCTOBER 28 & 29Museum of the American Revolution, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.: Tricks & Treats in the American Revolution – Kids who dress as their favorite revolutionary will receive a $2 off admission. Explore 18th-century folk customs that might remind you of today’s Halloween rituals. Free with admission. (215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org
ONGOINGONGOING
Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Meet Betsy – Meet America’s most famous flagmaker as she plies her trade in the country’s only working 18th-century upholstery shop. Free with admission. (215) 686-1252, historicphiladelphia.org
Betsy Ross House, 12-5 p.m. Thurs.-Sun.: Meet Phillis – Enjoy the interactive exhibit Women at Work in Revolutionary America and meet Phillis, an African American laundress, who was born into slavery, educated and later freed. Free with admission. (215) 686-1252, historicphiladelphia.org
City Tavern, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. daily: The Ales of the Revolution – Sample ale recipes by George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and Alexander Hamilton. Colonial shrub is available for the children. (215) 413-1443, citytavern.com
Independence Visitor Center, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Fri. & Sat.: Meet the History Makers Learn about life in 18th-century Philadelphia from Colonial re-enactors who share stories while practicing their crafts. Free. (800) 537-7676, HistoricPhillySummer.com
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HISTORIC SITESARCH STREET FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE E3 320 Arch Street - (215) 627-2667 Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sugg. Don. $2 �THE ATHENAEUM OF PHILADELPHIA C7 219 South 6th Street - (215) 925-2688 Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE
BETSY ROSS HOUSE F3 239 Arch Street - (215) 629-4026Daily 10 a.m-5 p.m.; Audio Guide (includes admission): Ad. $7; Ch./Sr/Stud./Mil. $6
CARPENTERS’ HALL E5320 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-0167 Tue.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE
CHRIST CHURCH PHILADELPHIA F4 2nd Street above Market Street (215) 922-1695Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.; Info available in 20 languages. Sugg. Don.: Ad. $3; Stud. $2 �CHRIST CHURCH BURIAL GROUND D35th & Arch Streets - (215) 922-1695Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun.12-4 p.m.
CITY TAVERN F6138 South 2nd Street - (215) 413-1443 Lunch from 11:30 a.m. daily; Dinner from 4 p.m. Tues.-Sat. & 3 p.m. Sun. �CONGREGATION MIKVEH ISRAEL D444 North 4th Street - (215) 922-5446 mikvehisrael.org for worship schedule FREE � CONGRESS HALL C56th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676 Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Entrance at 5th and Chestnut, through security FREE �
DECLARATION HOUSE B4599 S 7th Street - (215) 965-7676Daily 12-5 p.m. through 9/4
DESHLER-MORRIS HOUSE(GERMANTOWN WHITE HOUSE) (OFF MAP) 5442 Germantown Avenue - (215) 965-2305Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 9/2, 9/9 and 10/7 only
EDGAR ALLAN POENATIONAL HISTORIC SITE C4532 North 7th Street - (215) 597-8780 Fri.-Sun. 9 a.m.-Noon & 1-5 p.m.
FRANKLIN COURT E4314-322 Market Street - (800) 537-7676 Courtyard 9 a.m.-Dusk; �U.S. Post Office: Mon. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Benjamin Franklin Museum: (fee); 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; last entrance is at 4:45 p.m.
Printing Office: 12-5 p.m. through 9/4; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 9/5-10/31
GLORIA DEI “OLD SWEDES” CHURCH916 South Swanson Street (215) 389-1513 Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; FREE � GREAT ESSENTIALS EXHIBIT C5West Wing of Independence Hall(800) 537-7676 Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Entrance at 5th and Chestnut, through security FREE �INDEPENDENCE HALL C5Chestnut Street between 5th & 6th Streets (800) 537-7676 Daily 9 a.m.-7 p.m. through 9/4; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 9/5-10/31; Tours offered every 15 minutes in September and every 20 minutes in October, tickets are required; pick up free tickets at the Independence Visitor Center. Please note: Security screening closes 15 minutes before the building closes for the evening. FREE �MIKVEH ISRAEL CEMETERY A7823 Spruce Street - (215) 922-5446 By appt. only
MOTHER BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH C9419 South 6th Street - (215) 925-0616 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open for services. Donation suggested. Tours by appt.
OLD CITY HALL D55th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676 Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE
OLD FIRST REFORMED CHURCH E14th & Race Streets - (215) 922-4566Tours by appt. FREE �OLD PINE STREET CHURCH & HISTORIC GRAVEYARD D8412 Pine Street - (215) 925-8051Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open for Services; Closed daily 12:30-1:30 p.m. Tours by reservation; Open to walk through FREE �OLD ST. AUGUSTINE CHURCH D14th Street at the Ben Franklin Bridge (215) 627-1838 Tours by appt. FREE �OLD ST. JOSEPH’S CHURCH &NATIONAL SHRINE E6321 Willings Alley - (215) 923-1733 Call for hours & tours. FREE
OLD ST. MARY’S CHURCH D7252 South 4th Street - (215) 923-7930 Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Open for Services or by appt. FREE
PHYSICK HOUSE E8321 South 4th Street - (215) 925-7866 Tours on the hour 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Ad. $8; Stud/Sr. $6; Family $20
PORTRAIT GALLERY AT THE SECOND BANK D5420 Chestnut Street - (800) 537-7676 Daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m. through 9/4; Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 9/5-10/31
POWEL HOUSE E7244 South 3rd Street - (215) 627-0364 Tours on the hour 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Ad. $8; Stud/Sr. $6; Family $20 �
ST. GEORGE’S UNITEDMETHODIST CHURCH E1235 North 4th Street - (215) 925-7788 Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Groups by appt. only FREEST. PETER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH E83rd & Pine Streets - (215) 925-5968 Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open until 3 p.m. after services FREE �THE PRESIDENT’S HOUSE SITE E8555 Market Street Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. FREE
MUSEUMSAMERICAN PHILOSOPHICALSOCIETY (APS) MUSEUM D6 104 South 5th Street - (215)-440-3442Thurs.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
CHEMICAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION E5315 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-2222 Tues.-Sat.10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE
FEDERAL RESERVE BANKOF PHILADELPHIA C26th & Arch Streets - (866) 574-3727 Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. FREE �FIREMAN’S HALL MUSEUM F2147 North 2nd Street - (215) 923-1438 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. FREE �INDEPENDENCE SEAPORT MUSEUM H6211 Columbus Blvd. - (215) 413-8655 Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Ad. $16; Ch./Sr./Stud. $12; Child. 2 and under & members FREE � Olympia & Becuna historic ships open until 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat.; Ad. $8 after 5 p.m.; board by 7:30 p.m.
LIBERTY BELL CENTER C4526 Market Street - (800) 537-7676 Daily 9 a.m.-7 p.m. through 9/4; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 9/5-10/31 ; Please note: security screening closes 5 minutes before the building closes for the evening. FREE �MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION E5101 S. 3rd Street - (215) 253-6731 Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Ad. $19; Stud. $17; Ch. 6-18 $12; under 6 FREE �NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER D3525 Arch Street - (215) 409-6700 Mon. through Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m.; Ad. $14.50; Sr. (65+);Col. Stud. (w/ID) $13; Youth (6-18) $11; Child. under 6 FREE � �
NATIONAL LIBERTY MUSEUM E5321 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-2800 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 12-6 p.m. Sun. Ad. $7; Sr. (65+) & Coll. Stud. (w/I.D.) $6; Youth (6-18) $2; Free Ch. (under6) � �NATIONAL MUSEUM OFAMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY D4101 South Independence Mall East(215) 923-3811 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Fri.; Sat. & Sun.10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.Ad. $15; Sr., Youth 13-21 or coll. ID $13Members, Act. Mil. with ID FREE
PHILADELPHIA HISTORY MUSEUM B515 S. 7th Street - (215) 685-4830Tues.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Ad. $10; Sr. $8; Stud. & 13-18 $6; Ch. 12 & under & active military FREE; Family Pack $20
POLISH AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER MUSEUM E6308 Walnut Street - (215) 922-1700 Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE
THADDEUS KOSCIUSZKO NATIONAL MEMORIAL E8305 Pine St, Philadelphia - (800) 537-7676Sat. & Sun. 12-4 p.m.
OTHER SITESINDEPENDENCE VISITOR CENTER C4Corner of 6th and Market Streets across from the Liberty Bell - (800) 537-7676 Daily 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.through 9/4; 8:30 a.m. -6 p.m. 9/5-10/31 FREE � � SQUAREBURGER C16th & Race StreetsDaily 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
U.S. MINT D2151 N. Independence Mall East(215) 408-0114, Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Language Services Park maps are available in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian and Spanish. The Visitor Center concierge staff is fluent in nine languages including Spanish, French, German and Italian. Information about the Liberty Bell and other park sites is available in multiple languages. See a NPS Ranger or the Visitor Center staff if you have a specific request.Accessibility For the hearing impaired, a portable loop system is available inside the Visitor Center, compatible with all telecoil equipped hearing aids, cochlear implants, and induction loop receivers. A receiver with headphones is also available if a hearing aid is not compatible. Curb cuts are at corners on perimeter sidewalks. All major sites have ramps. Photo albums with pictures of 2nd floor exhibits are available. Audio description of exhibits & AV are at Poe and Kosciuszko Houses, NPS Rangers describe exhibits elsewhere. All films are open captioned, with audio description and assisted listening. To arrange for American Sign Language services, please contact us at least two weeks in advance. Use the relay service (800-654-5984-TTY) to call (215-597-7130).
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African American Museum
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Gloria Dei(Old Swedes’)
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SportsStadiums
Adventure
Aquarium
Jewelers’Row
PennsylvaniaConvention
Center
ReadingTerminal Market
U.S. MintFederalReserve
Bank
Second Bankof the U.S.
LibraryHall
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution
Thomas Bond House
IndependenceSeaport Museum
Old St. George’s ChurchOld St. Augustine’sChurch
Fireman’s Hall Museum
Arch Street
Race Street Pier
Tunnel
Meeting House
New Hall
National Liberty Museum
Harmony
Chemical Heritage
Lane
Powel House
Physick House
Mother BethelChurch
PennsylvaniaHospital
Thaddeus KosciuszkoNational Memorial
Headhouse/Shambles
St. Peter’sChurch
Old Pine StreetChurch
LibertyBellCenter
The Bourse
Old St. Joseph’s Church
Old St. Mary’s ChurchMikveh Israel
Cemetery
Todd House
Athenaeum
Congress Hall
CityTavern
Welcome Park
Declaration House
Free Libraryof Philadelphia
PhiladelphiaHistoryMuseum
PhiladelphiaExchange
Rose
Signers’Garden
Garden
MagnoliaGarden
AmericanPhilosophicalSociety
BishopWhite House
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Old FirstReformed Church
NationalConstitution
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IndependenceHall
WashingtonSquare
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Edgar Allan PoeNational Historic site
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Betsy RossHouse
Carpenters’Hall
Christ Church BurialGround/BenjaminFranklin’s Grave
