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Save the Date for
Lock, Stock and Barrel |
Join the Friends of Valley Forge for a unique and captivating look at the life and culture of the Revolutionary War soldier. The program brings together some of the nation's leading Revolutionary War authorities in a discussion of the conflict including artifacts, campaigns, army life and the experiences of those involved in America's struggle for freedom.
Date:Friday, March 25 thru Sunday March 27th.
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Save the Date for a Roundtable Discussion | |
The Encyclopedia of Greater Philadelphia is a civic project to increase understanding of one of America's greatest cities.
The Greater Philadelphia Roundtable encourages
discussion of Philadelphia history and issues and builds public participation in the project to create an Encyclopedia of Greater Philadelphia. The series planned for 2011-12 focuses on civic identity, including its significance in community life and economic development.
First Program in the Series:
City of Brotherly Love
William Penn envisioned Philadelphia as a "City of Brotherly Love." With this concept from the city's founding as a framing device and point of departure this discussion encompasses tolerance and intolerance; may also address reform, philanthropy, and voluntary associations.
Date: March 23, 2011
Location: Historical Society of Philadelphia
Featured Panelist: Chris Satullo, Moderator: Jean Soderlund, Lehigh University,
Panelist: Stephen Glassman, Chairperson, Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission & Kali Gross, Drexel University
More information on this discussion and others,
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President Lincoln is coming to Independence Hall... Again!
On Tuesday, February 22, 2011, the National Park Service is sponsoring a program that will commemorate the 150th anniversary of
President-elect Abraham Lincoln's trip from Springfield, Illinois to Washington, DC.
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"President Lincoln" will be stopping in Philadelphia on February 22, 2011. There will be a parade to start off the celebration at 8:00 am at People's Plaza at 5th and Market Streets. The actual program will begin around 8:30 am on Chestnut Street across from Independence Hall.
The programming will feature acclaimed Lincoln actor Fritz Klein, who will present what Lincoln said in each community as he tried to reassure a nation on the verge of Civil War. The program will also include National Park Service Park Rangers who will supplement Lincoln's remarks with historical facts and stories. The program will also touch on how events of 150 years ago resonated through later generations up to and including today
Join us as we listen to the words that reassured a nation on the brink of war and watch as "President Lincoln" raises the 34 star flag over Independence Hall. A Q&A will follow the program at the National Constitution Center.
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Give a Gift with an Impact
 Do you know a person who has everything or is difficult to buy for?
Instead of the usual gift card...
give those special people in
your life a gift with an impact!
By donating to the Friends of Independence in the name of your loved ones, you are ensuring the future of Independence National Historical Park, home of Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell for generations to come.
Your donation will help us bus school children into the park to learn about the principles on which our country was founded upon; preserve priceless artifacts that educate visitors on the birth of our nation and provide free, educational tours of Independence Park.
As a bonus, your gift donation is 100% tax deductible up to the full extent of the law. Look at that... now you can give and receive a gift all at the same time.
In addition to providing you with a contribution tax receipt, a card will be sent to you to present to the recipient to notify them of your thoughtful gesture and how much it means for the park. To learn more and to purchase a gift for the people in your life, Click Here. |
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Friends of Independence National Historical Park
143 S. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
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