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Twilight Tours |
Only one month left to go on a Twilight Tour! Tours end on Labor Day so if you haven't taken one, now is your chance.
Tours leave every evening at 6PM from Signers Garden, located at the corner of 5th and Chestnut Streets.
And Remember, They are
Free
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National Public Lands Day |
Helping Hands for
America's Lands
On Saturday, September 24th, join the thousands of other volunteers who will travel to their National Park and lend a hand in keeping the public lands beautiful for all Americans.
Independence National Historical Park will be hosting NPLD in our park and we could use your help and your hands. Come out and volunteer your time. Help us to keep Independence NHP beautiful.
If you would like to volunteer please contact Beverly Morris, Volunteer Coordinator for Independence NHP via email.
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Free Programs at INHP | |
August 18-21 - Votes for Women!
Commemorate the 91st anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment (August 18, 1920) by joining a park ranger for a special walking tour highlighting the continuing contributions of women to the founding of this nation. Meet the ranger at the Second Bank Portrait Gallery at 3:00 (1 hour)
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August 25 - Happy Birthday National Park Service!
Celebrate Founder's Day (the 95th birthday of the National Park Service) at the Independence Visitor Center by joining a park ranger and special guest Thomas Jefferson (portrayed by actor Steven Edenbo) for a program highlighting the origins of "America's Best Idea." Jefferson will discuss the creation of our nation, including how his interest in nature helped make federal agencies like the National Park Service possible. (1 hour). 10:00 and 1:00
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Building of the Year
Join the Friends of Independence in our Third Year of offering our Members-Only Building of the Year program! This year we will be featuring Germantown White House.
The oldest remaining presidential residence, the Germantown White House, twice sheltered George Washington. In October 1793, he found refuge during the Yellow Fever epidemic in Philadelphia. Continuing the business of government, he held four cabinet meetings here. The next summer, it was a welcome retreat for him and his family near Philadelphia, the Federal Capital.
Please join us as we take an in-depth look at this summer retreat of the first president and the neighboring house, Bringhurst. Listen to our Rangers as they discuss the history and significance of the house and follow along with our curators as they present the new exhibits recently installed and the artifacts on display.
Information:
Date: Tuesday, October 4, 2011 (A second tour will be scheduled in June for those who cannot make the October tour)
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Germantown White House
5442 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Parking: Street parking is available
Cost: $7 for members
To Register for this Tour, Click Here
This tour is open to Friends of independence Members-only but if you would like to become a member, please go to our website and register. . |
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Passport to Philadelphia's Gardens
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Story of the Franklinia at Bartram's Garden
Saturday, August 6, 10:30am-3:00/ Talk at 1pm,
Bartram's Garden Scholar Joel Fry presents a talk and garden tour on one of our signature plants, the Frankliniaalatamaha, named after Ben Franklin. Present your membership card before or after the program for an additional free house or garden tour that day. House tours are scheduled for noon and 3pm and a general garden tour will take place at 10:30am. Bring a picnic lunch and spend the day!
RSVP to Alison McDowell at amcdowell@bartramsgarden.org or 215-729-5281x103. Bartram's Garden is located at 54th St. & Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19143 http://www.bartramsgarden.org/ | | |
Horticulture and Design at
Independence National Historical Park
Saturday September 10, 10am
Enjoy a different look at Independence and Washington Squares in Old City Philadelphia. This walk will focus on the little known history of the horticulture, design, and development of these public spaces, while introducing you to the whole landscape of the Park and the smaller hidden gardens within.
RSVP to Maiti Gallen at 215-861-4971 or email attn@friendsofindependence.org . To register online, Click Here.
**Meet at the Barry Statue in Independence Square (between 5th/6th and Walnut/Chestnut Streets) in Philadelphia, PA 19106. Please note that the statue is NOT within the security zone. |
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Thank you to our July 4th Parade Volunteers
The Friends of Independence had a fantastic time marching in the July 4th Independence Day Parade. Thank you to all of our volunteers who marched with us. We couldn't have done it with out you and we are excited to announce that we already agreed to be in next year's July 4th Parade.
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Contact Us | Friends of Independence National Historical Park
143 S. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
215-861-4971 |
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