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Candlelight Tours with
Edgar Allan Poe
At 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 29, the Friends of Poe
and the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site will present Poe's Cask.
Join Edgar Allan Poe as he narrates and brings to life one of his most
horrific stories, "The Cask of Amontillado." This is the first time the
Friends of Poe have ever told the story of Montresor and his
unfortunate enemy, Fortunato, in this perfectly unique and creepy
location.
In this 45-minute performance, Poe is Montresor, the
character who arranges for a memorable wine tasting for his "friend,"
the unlucky Fortunato. Descend into the basement of the Edgar Allan Poe
National Historic Site with Park Ranger actors as we become part of the
story. (Not for claustrophobics!). Tickets are $10 per person. Make
your reservations online at www.friendsofindependence.org or call the
Friends of Independence at (215) 861- 4971
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Friend of Independence
Host 2009 Annual Meeting in Congress Hall
On Monday, October 5, 2009, the Friends of Independence hosted their 37th Annual Meeting. This year's topic was Independence Hall.
Charlene Mires, Professor of History at Villanova University and author of "Independence
Hall in American Memory"
spoke about one of the many themes of her book, the importance of local citizens as the guardians of Independence
Hall. Her speech reminded everyone in the room that it was the citizens of Philadelphia who helped preserve the building and square in the 19th century. Independence Square was also a meeting place for many ethnic groups in Philadelphia, who used the public square to express their views on freedom and democracy with a number of civic events. During the meeting, the Friends presented
the 31st Volunteer of the Year award to Linda Abby Fein. Linda has been a Twilight Guide with the Friends for 32 years and has volunteered for many events over the years. To learn more about Linda, her biography can be viewed on the Friends website, www.friendsofindependence.org.
A reception following the meeting was generously provided by Therese Fera and Chef Felix Maietta of the Downtown Club. Every room in the building overlooks Independence Square and provides a beautiful view of Independence Hall. Thanks also go to the beverage sponsors, Chaddsford Winery and Yards Brewery. |
National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior
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The National Park service cares for the special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage
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Independence National Historical Park
143 S. Third StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19106 _________________________ Comments? Write to: Jane Cowley, INHP Public Affairs Officer 143 S. Third Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 Phone: (215) 597-0060 Fax: (215) 597- 0042 Email: Jane_Cowley@nps.gov
U.S.Department of the Interior
Photographers:
Park Staff
Dan Burke
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Independence National Historical Park welcomes Fall
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Greetings!
The park is a-wash in the glowing reds and golds of Fall and a chill is in the air as INHP Rangers change over to the winter uniform and we look forward to ending another successful year at the park.
We have a number of programs and events planned to end the year on a high note, including the Edgar Allan Poe Candlelight Tours and special programs for Native American Month.
We are thankful to have so many Friends and Partners who support INHP and believe, as we do, that Independence is the Best Park in History!
Best Wishes for a Brillant Fall,
Cynthia MacLeod
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Independence Welcomes BJ Dunn
the new Deputy Superintendent
"BJ is extraordinarily well-suited to handle the issues and operations of Independence NHP. He brings expertise in resource management, partnerships, and community relations that are specific to a historical park," said Superintendent MacLeod.
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Independence, Hopewell Furnace and Valley Forge Host Ken Burns
Rained Out Event Still Draws Large Crowd
On Friday, September 11, 2009, the Philadelphia area's National Park Service members, Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, Independence National Historical Park, and Valley Forge National Historical Park, along with WHYY (the local PBS affiliate), hosted renowned filmmaker Ken Burns in Independence National Historical Park. Originally planned as a large, outdoor screening, the event was moved indoors due to weather. Despite the move, the free public screening drew a large crowd eager to see the film and the filmmaker. Burns spoke to a standing-room only crowd, with an overflow crowd seated in a second theater.Thanks to a grant from the National Park Foundation, participants also enjoyed a unique opportunity to see special videos featuring nearby units of the National Park System. Local students created their own video stories about their national parks: Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, Independence National Historical Park and Valley Forge National Historical Park.
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INDE and VAFO Host Public Meeting
Independence NHP is requesting public comments on the arrangement made earlier this year through which the National Center for the American Revolution will establish the American Revolution Museum on the corner of 3rd and Chestnut Streets. Members of the public are invited to send comments in writing and to attend a public information session focused on the land exchange between the National Park Service and the National Center for the American Revolution, which will be held on November 2, 2009 in the Independence Living History Center, at 3rd and Chestnut Streets, from 4 to 7 p.m. This meeting is open to the public, and all are invited to attend and offer comments. Written comments on this undertaking will be accepted through November 6, 2009, at the following address or electronically through http://parkplanning.nps.gov/inde.
Write to: Independence National Historical Park ATTN: American Revolution Center Public Comments 143 S. 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 More information about the land transfer agreement is available at www.nps.gov/inde.
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Fall ProgramsOctober Events
Historic Chestnut Tree Planting Event
on Independence Square
On Friday, October 30, from 12 noon - 1 pm, join Independence NHP as we host Trees NC, the American Chestnut Foundation, Morris Arboretum, the Pennsylvanian Horticultural Society, and the Charter High School for Architecture + Design for a Chestnut Tree planting event in Independence Square.
Independence Square runs along Chestnut Street, and yet as a result of the Chestnut blight that hit the east coast in 1904 has no Chestnut Trees to boast of... until now! Trees NC (in North Carolina), has donated two American Chestnut Trees to Independence NHP. This donation will re-establish a tree historically present on the Square. The planting will be led by Tim Womick of Trees NC with assistance from students at the Charter High School for Architecture + Design, along with special guest appearances from Mr. Thomas Jefferson and Mr. John Bartram. The historical characters will be portrayed by Christian Johnson (Bartram) and Steven Edenbo (Jefferson) of
American Historical Theater. November is Native American Heritage Month
What started at the turn of the century as an effort to gain a day of recognition for the significant contributions the first Americans made to the establishment and growth of the United States has resulted in the entire month of November being designated for that purpose. Independence NHP has a number of programs coming up to honor and celebrate Native American History Month.
"Whatever Happened to All the Native People?"
Saturdays at 3pm in the Second Bank of the United States:
- This illustrated program tells the story of the original inhabitants of Pennsylvania, their influence and legacy on the founding of a nation before, during and after the American Revolution.
Sundays at 3pm in the Independence Visitor Center:
- In this first person presentation, join Chief Teedyuscung in Independence Hall for a council discussing his role in negotiations during the French and Indian War to achieve peace for Pennsylvania and a home for his people. This program begins at the Independence Visitor Center then moves to the 2nd floor of Independence Hall.
"Shall Not Be Invaded or Disturbed, Did the Trail of Tears Start Here?"
- Did the idea of Indian Removal originate with the Founding Fathers on Independence Square? Join a Delaware Chief for a first person presentation examining the Nations early Indian Affairs. This program will take place in Congress Hall (Entrance to the Square is at the corner of 5th and Chestnut Streets)
Additionally, Independence NHP will be presenting a new illustrated program on the Lesser Known Stories of Independence Hall that tells of the Native American presence in the building and their influence on the founding of a Nation.
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