National Park Service
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IN THIS ISSUE
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Once Upon A Nation
Storytelling Benches
National Constitution Center
City Tavern Coupon
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Historic District
Happenings
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Programs & Tours
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Fourth of July Activities
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National Park Service
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Site Hours
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Map
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Welcome to Independence
National Historical Park
Welcome to
Historic
Philadelphia!
You’re visiting at one of the most exciting times
of the year, so be sure to take advantage of our
many special events and programs available only
in the summer.
Summer means celebration!
We remember the great events of 1776 and
1787 and the people whose wisdom and
foresight established the principles of govern-
ment for this great nation before the federal
government moved to Washington D.C. We
remember people whose stories are lesser known
but still vital to understanding the United States
of America. We tell stories of revolution, stories
of individuals who struggled and fought for
human rights, and stories of many people
uniting behind their common values and beliefs.
Of course, we also mark the 243rd anniversary
of Independence Day with pomp and dignity.
July 8th is also a unique day on Independence
Square when we re-enact the rst public reading
of the Declaration of Independence. Come
participate!
Some stories may be well known to you and
some may be new. I hope your visit to the park
will enlighten you with new stories of the people
and places of our revolutionary era. A visit to
any national park brings opportunities for
adventure with family and friends. We’re
gearing up for our nation’s 250th birthday in
2026 and that means a bigger than ever celebra-
tion of Independence.
Details about programs, events and tours are
available at the Independence Visitor Center,
on our website at www.nps.gov/inde or in our
mobile app – just search for NPS Independence
in your mobile app store. I encourage you
to start your visit at our Independence
Visitor Center.
Cynthia MacLeod
Superintendent
NPS
NEWS
Museum Highlights
Museum of the American Revolution, National
Constitution Center
Tours Highlights
Independence After Hours, Twilight Tour
Liberty Bell
Museum of the American Revolution
Independence Visitor Center Independence After Hours
Historic Highlights
Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross House
Attraction Highlights
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches,
History Maker Meet & Greets
Independence
National
Historical Park
You are in the heart of history and we have so
many stories to tell you! You’ll meet History
Makers in person, hear from storytellers at
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches,
drill with the Continental Army and more.
Whether you have a couple of hours or a couple
of days to spend, check out the helpful informa-
tion in the Gazette to help you make the most
of your visit. Begin your day at the Indepen-
dence Visitor Center, where you can pick up
your free, timed Independence Hall tickets.
Seeing the room where our Declaration of
Independence was debated and adopted is a
must... especially during the month where we
celebrate our freedom!
Speaking of celebrating Independence, there
are plenty of ways to do it all over the Historic
District in July. Check out the National
Constitution Center’s All-American Celebra-
tion (see p. 2) and the special events at the
Museum of the American Revolution, which
tell the story of American ght for indepen-
dence in an interactive and dynamic way.
ere’s no bigger celebration of America’s
Birthday than Wawa Welcome America! With
special events throughout Historic Philadelphia
(and beyond), there’s something for everyone.
See the details on p. 5.
Inside, nd everything else you need to know
to have a great visit. ere’s information about
Once Upon A Nation’s amazing Independence
After Hours, a one-of-a-kind experience that
gives you the inside story of the writing of the
Declaration (and sneaks you into Independence
Hall at night!) and free programs that bring the
past to life for the whole family (p. 4 ), a map
(on the back) and lots more valuable informa-
tion to help make your visit a memorable one.
Some of the most unique and rewarding
experiences you’ll have in Historic Philadelphia
will be meeting Once Upon A Nation’s History
Makers – people from the past who will share
their uniquely interesting stories – and at the
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches,
where you’ll hear little known tales from
our nation’s early years. See the map for
locations, and plan to visit some or all of the
13 benches during the day to hear stories that
history class missed.
From meeting Betsy Ross in her upholstery
shop, to marching with the Continental Army
in a military muster, to hearing the stirring
words of the Declaration read in the shadow
of Independence Hall, you’re sure to make
memories that last a lifetime and become part
of your story!
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Savor specialties including
pepperpot soup, Martha
Washington’s chocolate mousse
cake, General Washington &
omas Jeerson’s recipes for ale.
Open seven days a week.
Daily from 11:30am
Located at the corner of
2nd & Walnut Streets.
(215) 413-1443
The Historic Philadelphia Gazette, is a joint venture of
Historic Philadelphia, Inc., the National Park Service, the
Independence Visitor Center Corporation and the
National Constitution Center.
If you have questions, comments or need more
information about National Park Service sites or other
historical sites in Philadelphia and its countryside, call
(800) 537-7676 or visit nps.gov/inde.
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. is dedicated to making our
nation’s history relevant and real through interpretation,
interaction and education, strengthening Greater
Philadelphia’s role as the destination to experience
American history. Historic Philadelphia, Inc. oversees the
Once Upon A Nation initiative, Betsy Ross House,
and Franklin Square.
For more information about HPI, or to make a
tax-deductible donation, call (215) 629-4026 or visit
historicphiladelphia.org.
HISTORIC PHILADELPHIA GAZETTE
FEATURED EVENTS
Show Your
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$2 OFF Admission
Independence National
Historical Park
All-American Celebration 2019
July 1-4
Celebrate with historic character meet and
greets, where visitors can interact with
famous gures from history such as Founding
Father John Adams. Join the sta each
morning for a spirited ag raising ceremony,
and then again in the evenings as they lower
the ag.
Free with admission.
Finding the Founders Scholarly
Talks and Walking Tours
July 2, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
e National Constitution Center is
partnering with sites throughout Historic
Philadelphia for this annual event. Scholars
will share their insights on equality and
freedom through the lens of the American
Revolution. e program will provide an
expanded understanding of Independence
Day–one that sees the holiday
as both a celebration and an acknowledgment
of America’s ongoing struggle to achieve the
ideals expressed in the nation’s founding
documents.
Visit constitutioncenter.org for
the schedule of programs, topics, and meeting
points. Free.
Revolutionary War Encampment
July 2-4
At the recreated military encampment at the
National Constitution Center, visitors can
step back in time to watch a blacksmith forge
iron, practice being a Revolutionary-era
soldier with a wooden musket, stop by the
medical tent to visit the surgeon, and observe
Continental Army soldiers march and drill
on the grounds. Presented in partnership with
the 6th Pennsylvania Regiment. Free.
Museum admission not included
Independence Week Concert
July 3, 2 p.m.
Enjoy a festive, free, outdoor concert
performed by the USAF Heritage of America
Concert Band, a group of over 40 profes-
sional Airman-musicians who captivate
audiences on regular tours throughout the
East Coast with a variety of renditions of
great orchestral classics, marches, Broadway
hits, jazz standards, movie music, and
patriotic favorites.
Presented in partnership with the U.S. Air
Force Heritage of America Band. Free.
$5 After 5 p.m. Trivia Night
July 3, 5-8 p.m.
Participate in an evening of trivia, based on
iCivic’s popular online, educational games,
like “Do I Have the Right?”
Free with admission, which is $5 after 5 p.m.
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches...
Telling the Stories You Haven’t Heard
As you wander the streets of Historic Phila-
delphia, you may be wondering, what’s the
story with the benches? Well, stop and listen
and you will discover that visits to the Once
Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches will be among the
most unique and memorable experiences you will have
during your trip.
Scattered at 13 locations
throughout Historic Philadel-
phia (see the map on the back
for locations), the benches are
home to specially-trained
storytellers who will delight
you with FREE, short stories,
sharing the secrets of Philadel-
phia’s and America’s history.
You will nd the past and present intertwined in
tales like Dinner Table Diplomacy: Martha Washing-
ton rows a Party, the story of dinner parties
thrown by the Washingtons to encourage connec-
tions among political foes and Speaking Up: e
Philadelphia Female Anti-Slavery Society, a tale of
ardent female abolitionists, both white and of color,
who join to create a revolutionary organiza-
tion devoted to ending the practice of slavery.
All the tales are family-friendly, and many are
interactive. Children can pick up a Story Flag
at any storytelling bench, then collect a star from every
storyteller on their journey. Flags with all the stars can be
redeemed for a History Hero
Certicate and a free carousel
ride on the Parx Liberty
Carousel in Franklin Square,
6th and Race streets.
ere are nearly 90 stories
being told in all. You’ll hear of
slavery and surage, doctors
and disease, patriots and pirates
and everything in between. You
will be amazed at what you didn’t know about
American history and we hope you’ll take our
stories back home with you and make them part
of your story.
For more information about Historic Philadelphia,
Inc.’s Once Upon A Nation Storytelling program,
visit historicphiladelphia.org.
525 Arch Street (One block past the
Independence Visitor Center and one block
before Franklin Square) See p. 3 for hours of
operation. For more information, please visit
constitutioncenter.org
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HISTORIC DISTRICT HAPPENINGS
JULY
JULY 1-7
Museum of the American Revolution, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.:
Independence Day Celebration – How will you
#BeeRevolution? Add a personalized ribbon to a
ag-shaped “Declarations Wall” on the outdoor plaza
from Saturday, June 29 – Sunday, July 7. Other events
include a ag making workshop, Independence Day crafts
and more. In the Museum’s discovery center, Revolution
Place, the whole family can explore 18th-century
Philadelphia through immersive environments, interactive
touchscreens, reproduction objects, and special programs
from 12-4 p.m. Free with admission.
(215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org/events
JULY 4
Independence Visitor Center, 9:45 a.m.& 1:30 p.m.:
Declaration Readings – A fe & drum procession leads
omas Jeerson, himself, to proclaim his newly penned
Declaration of Independency from Great Britain.
Free. (800) 537 – 7676, PHLvisitorcenter.com
National Museum of American Jewish History,
10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Independence Day Celebration
See an original letter written by George Washington to the
Jewish Community of Newport, Rhode Island, and enjoy
interactive gallery talks, story time, and Independence
Day arts and crafts projects.
Free with admission. (215) 923-3811, nmajh.org
Independence Visitor Center, 1 p.m.: America’s
Birthday Party with Betsy Ross & Termini Brothers
Bakery – Celebrate America’s birthday where it all began!
Watch as the iconic Termini Brothers Bakery sta
decorate a spectacular ve-tier cake live onsite beginning
at 9 a.m., while arranging 2,500 red, white, and blue
cupcakes into the shape of an American ag. At 1 p.m.,
Betsy Ross arrives with a fe-and-drum procession to lead
the crowd in singing “Happy Birthday” to America, before
distributing the cake and cupcakes for FREE!
Free. PHLvisitorcenter.com, (800) 537–7676
Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.: Betsy’s Independence
Day Bash
– A daylong celebration highlighted by a
naturalization ceremony for 13 children who will take
the oath of citizenship at 1:30 p.m.
Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
JULY 5
Betsy Ross House, 5-9 p.m.: Movie Night Under the
Stars & Stripes – Celebrate First Friday with after-hours
tours of the House followed by an alfresco showing of
War of the Colossal Beast. Guests are invited to BYOB
and snacks and make an evening of it.
$5. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
JULY 7-13
Museum of the American Revolution, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.:
Meet the Revolution – is summer, explore the voices,
viewpoints, and experiences of the diverse people of
the Revolutionary era. Inside the Museum and on the
outdoor plaza, costumed historical interpreters will
make history come alive through theatrical performances,
dynamic storytelling, and hands-on demonstrations.
is week focuses on African American culture in early
America. Free with admission.
(215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org/events
JULY 8
Independence Square, 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.:
Re-enactment of the First Public Reading of the
Declaration of Independence – On July 8, 1776 Colonel
John Nixon strode to a platform in the State House yard
(now Independence Square) and shared the stunning news
of the Declaration of Independence with the crowd. Help
celebrate this historic occasion and join the crowd to hear
a commemorative reading of the document by a park
ranger portraying Colonel Nixon. Free copies will be
given out so that you can follow along and cheer or jeer.
Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
JULY 13
American Philosophical Society Museum, 12-3 p.m.:
Second Saturday – Free, hands-on activities for families.
Free. (215) 440-3440, amphilsoc.org
JULY 19-21
Signers’ Garden, 3-4 p.m.: From Philadelphia to Seneca
Falls: Lucretia Mott’s Fight for Equality – Join a park
ranger for a walking tour through Historic Philadelphia
and hear about what led Lucretia Mott and other local
Quakers to propose and attend the Women’s Rights
Convention in Seneca Falls, NY in 1848.
Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
JULY 23
Museum of the American Revolution, 5-8 p.m.: History
After Hours: Bros & Foes – Where did Hamilton and
Burr go wrong in love and war? Learn how to be oensive
but avoid a duel in ten easy steps. Select your second,
bolster your spirits, and see if you can survive a
competitive gallery game night that puts your friendship
to the test. Enjoy happy hour food and drink specials and
full access to the exhibits.
$10. (215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org/events
ONGOING
Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. daily; 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
urs.: Meet Betsy Ross – Meet America’s most famous
agmaker as she practices her trade in the country’s only
working 18th-century upholstery shop. is is the only
site in Historic Philadelphia to meet an historical
interpreter daily! Free with admission.
(215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
Betsy Ross House, 6-8 p.m. ursdays: Rebel ursdays
Meet Betsy in the House’s basement where she will tell
you about the risks she took by agreeing to take on ag
and cartridge-making commissions during the
Revolution, and violating her Quaker faith by eloping
with a man of a dierent religion and joining the
“Fighting Quakers.” Free with admission.
(215) 529-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
Betsy Ross House, 12-5 p.m. urs.-Sun.: Meet Phillis
Learn the fascinating story of this free African American
woman who was born into slavery in colonial
Philadelphia. Free with admission.
(215) 529-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
Franklin Square, 6-11 p.m. daily thru 7/14:
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival – Final days to
visit this one-of-a-kind celebration of light and culture!
Nearly 30 larger-than-life illuminated displays are on
display. Plus, enjoy traditional Chinese performances,
handicrafts, food and more. Weekday tickets Ad. $18;
Sr./Stud./Mil.$16; Child. 3-12 $12. Weekends, Ad.$20;
Sr./Stud./Mil. $18; Child. 3-12 $12.
Timed tickets required Fri.-Sat. Tickets (215) 629-4026,
historicphiladelphia.org/chineselanternfestival
Independence Visitor Center, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. daily:
Meet the History Makers – Don’t forget your camera
and questions for Philadelphia’s colonial townsfolk!
e History Makers inside the Visitor Center oer tales,
anecdotes and good cheer about living in 18th-century
Philadelphia. Learn about and watch them in their
crafts, including quill pen calligraphy, “sawdust dolls,”
watercolor art, and much more.
Free. (800) 537-7676, PHLVisitorCenter.com
Independence Visitor Center, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
urs.-Sun.: Dulcimer Player Performance – Enjoy
music played by award-winning hammered dulcimer
player, John Lionarons. is music was popular in
colonial Philadelphia. Free. (800) 537-7676,
PHLVisitorCenter.com
Museum of the American Revolution, regular site hours
through 7/14: A New Constellation: A Collection of
Historic 13-Star Flags – See 40 rare historic ags which
feature 32 dierent arrangements of 13 stars, representing
the 13 original colonies. Plus, try on Revolutiona-
ry-inspired clothing, handle replica objects, and
participate in activities like designing your own ag.
Free with admission.
(215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org/events
Signers’ Garden, 10-11 a.m. daily (no tour 7/1-7/4):
In the Paths of the Founders – Ranger-led orientation
tour of Independence National Historical Park. Explore
the world-changing events that happened right here, from
the Declaration of Independence to the creation of a new
government. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
Benjamin Franklin Museum, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. daily:
Dr. Franklin’s Philadelphia walking tour – Printer,
politician, diplomat, inventor - get to know the real Ben
Franklin as you explore the streets and sites of his beloved
city. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
Second Bank of the U.S., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. &
3:30 p.m. daily (no tour 7/1-4): Bank Orientation
Tour Learn about the notable people in the gallery.
Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
Second Bank of the U.S., 2:30 p.m. daily: Alexander
Hamilton Gallery Tour – While not from Philadelphia,
Alexander Hamilton spent time here, and made his mark
in American history here. Learn more during this gallery
tour. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
Independence Visitor Center, 4-4:10 p.m. daily: Junior
Ranger Induction Ceremony – After completing the
Junior Ranger Booklet, children can meet a park ranger at
the information desk to receive their badge and be “sworn
in” as National Park Service junior rangers.
Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
Independence Seaport Museum, 3 p.m. – dusk
Mon.-Fri.; 12 p.m. to dusk Sat. -Sun.: Paddle Penn’s
Landing – Paddle your way around the Penn's Landing
basin in a kayak, rowboat, swan or dragon for the perfect
outdoor recreational activity. $8 per person for a half-hour
rental. (215) 413-8655, phillyseaport.org/paddle
Independence Visitor Center, 6-7:15 p.m. daily
(no tour 7/3): Twilight Tour – Enjoy an introduction to
Independence National Historical Park so you are ready to
explore it the next day. Presented by the Independence
Historical Trust Volunteer Guides.
Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/indetour
Ride the Philly PHLASH®
e Philly PHLASH® Downtown Loop is
a visitor-friendly public transit service that
provides access to 20 stops located near
must-see attractions, museums, and
historic sites throughout Philadelphia.
e PHLASH is now running daily for the
summer season, through September 2, with service to
each stop every 15 minutes from 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
At just $2 per ride or $5 per day, PHLASH is the most
aordable way to get around. Children four and under,
senior citizens, and SEPTA Key, TrailPass, and TransPass
holders always ride free. Passes are available for purchase
onboard with exact cash only; online, or at any Visitor
Center location.
On July 4, the PHLASH will operate a detoured route
and schedule.
For more information, visit RidePhillyPhlash.com or call
(800) 537-7676. Text PHLASH to 333-111 to receive text
alerts about service updates.
9 a.m.
Location
10 a.m. 11 a.m. Noon 1 p.m. 2 p.m.
3 p.m. 4 p.m. 5 p.m.
13 Locations in the Historic District
Independence Hall
(behind the Hall)
500 Chestnut Street
Betsy Ross House
239 Arch Street
Secrets & Spies
Sat.
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches
Tues.-Sat. - 1-5p.m. 7/4
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches
Daily
Independence Visitor Center
6th & Market Streets
Signers’ Garden
5th Street
Valley Forge National Historical Park
Military Muster
2-2:30 p.m.; 3-3:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat.
Reading of the Declaration of Independence
Tues.-Sat.
Junior Ranger Induction Ceremony
Daily
Meet Betsy Ross
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
10 a.m.-8 p.m.
on ursdays
Meet Phillis the Laundress
urs.-Sun.
Twilight Tour
Daily 6 p.m.
Flag Raising
Daily
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PROGRAMS & TOURS • JULY 2019
Historic Philadelphia is proud to bring visitors FREE, interactive programming all summer long. Check out the following pages for daily programming
and make sure your itinerary includes time to experience Once Upon A Nation.
Performance
Program Meet a History Maker Tour
National Park Service Program
Independence After Hours
Prepare to get goosebumps! e one-of-a-kind
Independence After Hours tour sneaks you into
Independence Hall at night to eavesdrop on the
Founding Fathers as they debate the Declaration of
Independence in the summer of 1776.
Start your adventure with a delicious, three-course
meal at historic City Tavern and then follow your
colonial guide on an evening of adventure. He’ll
talk his way past the vigilant night watchman and
lead you into the Pennsylvania State House, now
Independence Hall, where omas Jeerson, Ben
Franklin and others are deep in discussion over the
Declaration. ere is nothing quite like Indepen-
dence After Hours. Make the experience part
of your story.
Call (215) 629-4026 or visit historicphilade-
phia.org to make your reservation today.
Independence After Hours is presented in partner-
ship with Independence National Historical Park.
Tour runs Tues.-Sat. in July (no tour 7/3) and
lasts approximately 2 ½ hours.
Departs from the Museum of the American Revolu-
tion, 101 S. 3rd Street.
Reservations are highly
recommended.
Tickets are $85 for adults; $55
children 12 and under; $80 senior/student/mili-
tary; dining gratuity included.
Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Hear e Story of Independence
Where It Happened, as It Happened
Meet the History Makers
Daily
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Celebrate America’s Birthday with Free Events
in Historic Philadelphia and Beyond
Paint the town red, white & blue with fun, free events July 1-4
Independence National Historical Park Celebrates
Freedom Week July 1-4 With Free Activities
Celebrate Independence with a variety of free events throughout Independence National Historical Park.
Celebrate independence in Philadelphia with the
Wawa Welcome America! festival,
which features a full schedule of
FREE special events and
activities that the whole family
will love. Historic Philadelphia
plays host to some
of the festival’s best events.
Some highlights...
• Visit Historic Philadelphia’s
favorite museums at no charge
during Free Museum Days at
the Museum of the American
Revolution, the National Constitu-
tion Center, African American Museum
in Philadelphia and others.
• Celebrate the 27th annual Wawa Hoagie Day
honoring our troops at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2.
• Enjoy the crowd favorite, POPS on Independence
concert in the shadow of Independence Hall at
7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3.
• Independence Day, ursday, July 4 kicks o with
the Celebration of Freedom ceremony on Indepen-
dence Hall at 10 a.m., followed by the Salute to
America Independence Day Parade present-
ed by Philadelphia International Airport
at 11 a.m.
• Also on July 4, inside Independence
Visitor Center at 1 p.m., join Betsy Ross
and Termini Brothers Bakery to sing
Happy Birthday to America and enjoy
free patriotic cake and cupcakes, with the
presentation of an American ag made
entirely of cupcakes!
• e Betsy Ross House hosts Betsy’s Indepen-
dence Day Bash, a daylong celebration highlighted
by a naturalization ceremony for 13 children who
will take the oath of citizenship at 1:30 p.m.
is is just a sampling of the great, free events Wawa
Welcome America! is bringing to the Historic
District and throughout the city during Indepen-
dence Week. For a complete list of programs and
events, visit welcomeamerica.com
WALKING TOURS:
• Signers’ Garden, 10-11 a.m. July 2 & 4: omas
Jeerson Walking Tour - Follow the main author of
the Declaration of Independence through the places
where he worked on the creation of the new nation.
• Signers’ Garden, 10-11 a.m. July 1 & 3: John Adams
Walking Tour - Follow one of the key gures in the
Continental Congress through the early
war up to the writing of the Declaration
of Independence.
SLIDE PROGRAMS:
12 p.m., Second Bank of the U.S.:
• July 1: e Articles of Confederation:
America's Forgotten Constitution - Learn
the story of this important step in our history.
• July 2: King George III; America’s Royal Enemy –
Hear the English side of the Revolution.
• July 3: e History of the Continental Navy –
Many members of the Continental Congress did not
want a Navy. Discover why and learn its unusual
origins and early triumphs and set-backs.
• July 4: How we Celebrate - See the evolution of
Fourth of July through the years.
TOURS & TALKS:
1 p.m., Second Bank of the U.S.
• July 1: George Washington’s Band of Brothers
Tour introduces George Washington and his Generals.
• July 2: Writing the Declaration of Independence -
Understand the purpose and language of an
18th-century piece of writing.
• July 3: Charles omson: the most important
founding father you never heard of - Learn more
about this fascinating man who was involved in
every major event in Congress from Philadelphia to
New York.
• July 4: Young Patriots of the American Revolution
– Meet some of the “twenty somethings” who sought
glory, some of whom gave their lives for the cause.
SLIDE PROGRAMS:
3 p.m., Second Bank of the U.S.
• July 1: Why the Declaration of Independence
Matters – Why is this document held in such high
esteem throughout history?
• July 2: Loyalists and the 4th of July – How did
the Declaration of Independence aect people living
in Philadelphia in 1776 who were loyal to King
George III?
• July 3: Arsenal of Liberty - Learn how Pennsylva-
nians produced the goods and weapons needed to
ght for freedom.
• July 4: How we Celebrate - Fourth of July through
the years.
End each day on the front steps of the Second Bank
of the U.S. at 4 p.m. with is Day in History, a Park
Ranger-led discussion about the events of “this day” in
1776, from the writing of the Declaration to ghting a
war for a new nation.
For more information and details about Independence
National Historic Park’s Freedom Week programming,
visit the Independence Visitor Center, 6th & Market
streets, call (800) 537-7676 or go to nps.gov/inde.
FPOFPO
National Park Service
ALL PROGRAMS AND TOURS ARE FREE
ese stores are operated by Eastern National,
a not-for-prot partner of the National Park Service.
Proceeds from your purchase help support Independence NHP.
INDEPENDENCE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK
BOOKSTORES AND MUSEUM SHOPS
e Old City Hall shop has books, toys, puzzles, souvenirs
and postcards. Get a key to Independence Hall, miniature
Liberty Bells and more. Located on the SW corner of Fifth
and Chestnut Streets. e Franklin Court shop features all
things Benjamin Franklin. Browse through dozens of biogra-
phies and other writings about Philadelphia’s favorite found-
ing father, or pick up one of the many items featuring an
image of Franklin. Located between ird and Fourth Streets
and Market and Chestnut Streets.
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Independence
National Historical
Park - Junior Ranger
programs oer a fun way
for kids to learn about
American History.
rough Junior Ranger
activities, games and
puzzles, participants from
6-14 years of age learn all
about the park and can
earn Junior Ranger
badges. Pick up a Junior Ranger Activity
Booklet and then return it to the Independence
Visitor Center to receive your award when
you’ve completed the activities. e Independence
Visitor Center, 6th & Market Streets, opens daily
at 8:30 a.m.
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
Pick up your Junior Ranger Activity Booklet at
532 North 7th Street.
e site is open Friday through Sunday, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
and 1-5 p.m.
addeus Kosciuszko National Memorial
Pick up your Junior Ranger Activity Booklet at
301 Pine Street.
e site is open Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.
Germantown White House
(Deshler-Morris House)
Pick up your Junior Ranger Activity Booklet at
5442 Germantown Avenue.
e site is open Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Trading Cards: Come Face to Face with
History! -
Ask a Park Ranger how you can earn
free trading cards during your visit. Collecting
trading cards is a fun way to learn more about the
people, places and things that tell the story of
Philadelphia and the early years of our nation.
Independence Mobile App
Explore Independence National Historical Park - home
of Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the Ben-
jamin Franklin Museum - with this ocial National
Park Service app. Use it to discover the sites and people
of the American
Revolution, and
the founding of
the nation. Tap
the Sites button
to learn more
about points of
interest with
professional
photographs and
engaging text.
Discover the Road to Revolution or follow in
Benjamin Franklin’s footsteps on guided audio tours
throughout the park. e Postcard feature allows you
to share a digital postcard with friends and family from
Independence National Historical Park. e app is
available for iOS and Android devices. Search for “NPS
Independence” in your app store.
e app is FREE.
All photos courtesy of the National Park Service
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HISTORIC SITE & MAP LOCATION
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HISTORIC SITES
ARCH STREET FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE E3
320 Arch Street - (215) 627-2667
Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
T
HE 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) 629-4026
Daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; urs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Ad. $5; Ch./Sr./Stud./Mil.$4; Audio Guide
(incl. admission): Ad. $8; Ch./Sr/Stud./Mil. $7
CARPENTERS’ HALL E5
320 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-0167
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.-Sun.
C
HRIST CHURCH PHILADELPHIA F4
2nd Street above Market Street
(215) 922-1695
Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 12:30-5 p.m.;
Ad. $5; Stud. $2
Info available in 20 languages.
CHRIST CHURCH BURIAL GROUND D3
5th & Arch Streets - (215) 922-1695
Sun.12:30-4 p.m.; Ad. $3; Stud. $1
C
ITY TAVERN F6
138 South 2nd Street - (215) 413-1443
Lunch from 11:30 a.m. Tues.-Sun.; Dinner
from 4 p.m. Tues.-Sat. & 3 p.m. Sun.; open
holiday Mondays
CONGREGATION MIKVEH ISRAEL D4
44 North 4th Street - (215) 922-5446
mikvehisrael.org for worship schedule
FREE
C
ONGRESS HALL C5
6th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676
Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Entrance at 5th and
Chestnut, through security FREE
DECLARATION HOUSE B4
599 S 7th Street - (215) 965-7676
Closed
D
ESHLER-MORRIS HOUSE
(GERMANTOWN WHITE HOUSE) (OFF MAP)
5442 Germantown Avenue - (215) 965-2305
Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
E
DGAR ALLAN POE
NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE C4
532 North 7th Street - (215) 597-8780
Fri.-Sun. 9 a.m.-Noon & 1-5 p.m.
E
LFRETH’S ALLEY F2
124-126 Elfreth’s Alley - (215) 574-0560
Fri.-Sun. 12-5 p.m.
F
RANKLIN COURT E4
314-322 Market Street - (800) 537-7676
Fragments of Franklin Court
Closed
U.S. Post Oce: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Printing Oce: Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Benjamin Franklin Museum:
(fee); 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; last entrance is at 4:45 p.m.
FRANKLIN SQUARE C1
6th & Race Streets
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily thru 7/13; 10 am - 9 pm
daily; 10 am - 10 pm Fri. & Sat. from 7/14;
Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival 6-11 p.m.
daily thru 7/13
FREE QUAKER MEETING HOUSE C3
5th & Arch Streets - (215) 629-4026
Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
G
LORIA DEI “OLD SWEDES” CHURCH
916 South Swanson Street (215) 389-1513
Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; FREE
G
REAT ESSENTIALS EXHIBIT C5
West Wing of Independence Hall
(800) 537-7676
Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Entrance at 5th and
Chestnut, through security FREE
INDEPENDENCE HALL C5
Chestnut Street between 5th & 6th Streets
(800) 537-7676
Daily 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; 9 a.m.-8 p.m. 7/1, 7/2
& 7/4; Tours oered every 20 minutes, 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. No tickets
needed after 5 p.m. FREE.
MIKVEH ISRAEL CEMETERY A7
823 Spruce Street - (215) 922-5446
By appt. only
M
OTHER BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH C9
419 South 6th Street - (215) 925-0616
Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open for services.
Donation suggested. Tours by appt.
O
LD CITY HALL D5
5th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676
Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
FREE
O
LD FIRST REFORMED CHURCH E1
4th & Race Streets - (215) 922-4566
Tours by appt. FREE
OLD PINE STREET CHURCH &
H
ISTORIC GRAVEYARD D8
412 Pine Street - (215) 925-8051
Mon.-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 D1
4th Street at the Ben Franklin Bridge
(215) 627-1838
Tours by appt. FREE
OLD ST. JOSEPH’S CHURCH &
N
ATIONAL SHRINE E6
321 Willings Alley - (215) 923-1733
Call for hours & tours. FREE
O
LD ST. MARY’S CHURCH D7
252 South 4th Street - (215) 923-7930
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Open for Services or
by appt. FREE
P
HYSICK HOUSE E8
321 South 4th Street - (215) 925-7866
urs.-Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. 12-3 p.m.;
Ad. $8; Stud/Sr. $6; Family $20
P
ORTRAIT GALLERY AT THE SECOND BANK D5
420 Chestnut Street - (800) 537-7676
Daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
POWEL HOUSE E7
244 South 3rd Street - (215) 627-0364
urs.-Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. 12-3 p.m.;
Ad. $8; Sr./Stud. $6; Family $20
ST. GEORGE’S UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH E1
235 North 4th Street - (215) 925-7788
Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.;
Groups by appt. only FREE
S
T. PETER’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH E8
3rd & 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 E8
555 Market Street
Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. FREE
MUSEUMS
AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL
SOCIETY (APS) MUSEUM D6
104 South 5th Street - (215)-440-3442
urs.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (1-5 p.m. 7/6)
A
FRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM
IN PHILADELPHIA B3
7th & Arch Streets - (215) 574-0380
ur.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m.;
Ad. $14; Ch. 4-12 $10; Stud. (w/I.D.) $10;
Sr. $10; Members FREE
FEDERAL RESERVE BANK
OF
PHILADELPHIA C2
6th & Arch Streets - (866) 574-3727
Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. FREE
FIREMAN’S HALL MUSEUM F2
147 North 2nd Street - (215) 923-1438
Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. FREE
INDEPENDENCE SEAPORT MUSEUM H6
211 Columbus Blvd. - (215) 413-8655
Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; National Landmark
Historic ships cruiser Olympia and submarine
Becuna: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. (last boarding at
6:15 p.m.) Ad. $16; Ch./Sr./Stud. $12;
Child. 2 and under & members FREE
LIBERTY BELL CENTER C4
526 Market Street - (800) 537-7676
Daily 9 a.m.-7 p.m.;
Please note:
security
screening closes 5 minutes before the building
closes for the evening. FREE
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION E5
101 S. 3rd Street - (215) 253-6731
Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.;
9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. 6/29-7/7; Ad. $21; Youth
(6-17) $13;
Sr./Stud./Act.Mil/Teach. $18
;
Ch. 6-18 $12; under 5 free; Members free
NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER D3
525 Arch Street - (215) 409-6700
Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m.;
9:30 a.m.-8 p.m. 7/2-7/3; Ad. $14.50; Sr.
(65+)/Col. Stud. (w/ID) $13;
Youth (6-18) $11; Child. (under 6) FREE
NATIONAL LIBERTY MUSEUM E5
321 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-2800
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 12-6 p.m. Sun.
Ad. $14.50; Sr. (65+) & Coll. Stud. (w/I.D.)
$13; Youth (6-18) $11; Ch. (under6)
FREE
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF
AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY D4
101 South Independence Mall East
(215) 923-3811
Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.;
Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Ad. $12; Sr./Stud. $11;
Active Mil. with ID/Ch. under 12 FREE
N
EW HALL MILITARY MUSEUM E5
320 Chestnut Street - (215) 965-2305
Closed
P
OLISH AMERICAN
CULTURAL CENTER MUSEUM E6
308 Walnut Street - (215) 922-1700
Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE
S
CIENCE HISTORY INSTITUTE E5
315 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-2222
Tues.-Sat.10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE
T
HADDEUS KOSCIUSZKO
NATIONAL MEMORIAL E8
305 Pine St, Philadelphia - (800) 537-7676
Sat. & Sun. 12-4 p.m.
OTHER SITES
INDEPENDENCE VISITOR CENTER C4
Corner of 6th and Market Streets across
from the Liberty Bell - (800) 537-7676
Daily 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.;
8:30 a.m.-8 p.m. 7/1-7/3 FREE
SQUAREBURGER C1
6th & Race Streets
Opens daily at 11:30 a.m.
U.S. M
INT D2
151 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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Gloria Dei
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Church
Sports
Stadiums
Adventure
Aquarium
Jewelers’
Row
Pennsylvania
Convention
Center
Reading
Terminal Market
U.S. Mint
Federal
Reserve
Bank
Second Bank
of the U.S.
Library
Hall
Tomb of the Unknown
Soldier of the
American Revolution
omas Bond House
Independence
Seaport Museum
Old St. George’s Church
Old St.
Augustine’s
Church
Fireman’s
Hall Museum
Arch Street Meeting House
Race Street Pier
Tunnel
New
Hall
National Liberty Museum
Harmony
Science History
Institute
Lane
Powel House
Physick House
Mother Bethel Church
Pennsylvania
Hospital
addeus Kosciuszko
National Memorial
Headhouse/
Shambles
St. Peter’s Church
Old Pine Street Church
Liberty
Bell
Center
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Old St. Joseph’s Church
Old St.
Mary’s
Church
Mikveh Israel Cemetery
Todd House
Athenaeum
Congress Hall
City
Tavern
Welcome Park
Declaration House
Free Libraryof Philadelphia
Philadelphia History Museum
Merchants’
Exchange
First Bank of the
U.S.
Rose
Signers’
Garden
Garden
Magnolia
Garden
American Philosophical Society
Bishop White House
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Reformed Church
National
Constitution
Center
Independence
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Washington
Square
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Betsy Ross House
Carpenters’
Hall
Christ Church Burial
Ground/Benjamin
Franklin’s Grave
African
American
Museum
RACE ST
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Polish American
Center
18th-Century Garden
Old City Hall
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Christ Church
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Franklin Museum
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White House
National Museum of
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American Jewish History
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Free Quaker Meeting House
President’s
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