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Twilight Tours |
Big thanks to our volunteer Twilight Guides for another great season! They worked in extreme heat and rain all summer long, to bring the history and the stories of the park to the visitors.
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Constitution Day Events |
Constitution Day is Saturday, September 17th
Independence Hall will be open until 9 PM on Constitution Day
Also the National Constitution Center will have a full lineup of events to celebrate this day. Below is a sampling of events. For details and a full schedule, please vist the National Constitution Center's website
On September 16th, the following will occur
- 224: The Preamble Challenge- 8:45 Am with Sandra Day O'Connor leading the reading of the Preamble
- Bill of Rights Show- hourly, 9:30 am - 5 pm: Fast-paced and fun "game show"
- Constitution Birthday Party- 12:15 - 1 pm, Celebrate with song and, of course cake!
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Free Programs at INHP | |
The British Occupation of Philadelphia (Walking Tour)
Begins in Franklin Court Courtyard: Explore what Philadelphia was like when British forces occupied the city during the American Revolution.
Every Saturday and Sunday in September from 2-3 PM
Our Constitution - Held in the Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank: Examine the Constitutional Convention, which George Washington later described as a "miracle at Philadelphia."
September 17th and 18th from 1- 1:45 PM
To learn about more Free Programs at the Park, Click Here |
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Spain and American Independence | |
In honor of Hispanic Heritage month, please join us for a special event. World renowned historian Thomas Chávez will be speaking about Spain and American independence.
The Director Emeritus of National Hispanic Culture Center in Albuquerque and Santa Fe's Palace of the Governors, Dr. Chávez holds a Ph.D. from the University of New Mexico and has published numerous books and articles on this topic and related issues, including Spain and the Independence of the United States: An Intrinsic Gift (2002), and the forthcoming Benjamin Franklin and Spain.
Spain's contribution to American independence involved more financial and military assistance than is commonly understood, as Dr. Chávez has documented in his years of research. His lecture will take place in Congress Hall, where the important Treaty of San Lorenzo was ratified in 1796.
Location:Congress Hall
Time: 2 PM, one hour
Date: Saturday, October 1st
Free and Open to the Public
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Speaker Series
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"YOU ARE INVITED TO A MISCHIANZA"
A presentation by Thomas H. Keels
You're invited to learn about one of the most bizarre episodes of the American Revolution. In 1778, to honor the departing commander of the British Army in America, his officers threw an extravaganza called a Mischianza, a night-long orgy of feasting, dancing and gambling in a commandeered mansion. Join us as Thomas H. Keels, author of Wicked Philadelphia: Sin in the City of Brotherly Love, explores the boundaries among Tories, Patriots, and Neutralists through his illustrated presentation of this extraordinary event.
If you bring a copy of his book, Mr. Keels will autograph it after the event.
When: Tues., Sept. 20, 2011 at 7:00 PM
Where: Second Bank, Independence Nat'l Historical Park, 420 Chestnut St, 19106
Cost: Members: $7.00, General Public: $12.00
To learn more and to register, Click Here
The Speaker Series is a new initiative of the Friends of Independence. Every month, we will introduce a new speaker and/or new topic relating to Independence National Historical Park. To learn more about the scheduled programs, click on any of the titles below.
October - Wines of the Continental Congress
November - (Annual Meeting) Q&A with George
Washington and Thomas Jefferson
December - Cordelia Frances Biddle: Finding Inspiration
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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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Save the Date for the Friends 39th Annual Meeting
The Friends of Independence will be hosting their 39th Annual Meeting on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 at the Pyramid Club. This year, join us for a lively discussion with George Washington (portrayed by Dean Malissa) and Thomas Jefferson (portrayed by Steve Edenbo).
With this year celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War, we ask our Founding Father's "If you had known your actions would lead this country to Civil War, would you have done things differently?" Come prepared to have your questions answered and your appetites satisfied.
Location: Pyramid Club, 1735 Market Street Philadelphia PA 19103
Time: 6:00 -9:30 PM (Program begins promptly at 6:30 PM)
Cost: Friends Members $15 General Public $25
For more information, Click Here |
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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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