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New Irrigation System in Washington Square
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Thanks to support from our neighbors, a new irrigation system has been installed in Washington Square, home of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the Revolutionary War.
This project was funded in part through support from the Society Hill Civic Association and the Society Hill Fund, which donated $25,000 to Independence National Historical Park specifically for this project. The funds were raised through the Washington Square Affair, sponsored by the Society Hill Fund, which was held in Washington Square in 2010.
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Volunteers at INDE Every weekend, Al Cavalari gets in his car and drives to center city Philadelphia from his home in New Windsor, New York. Al serves as one of the 275 volunteers who contribute their time, knowledge and enthusiasm to the mission of the NPS. "I do this as a result of having taken repeated vacations at the park beginning around the year 2000 and being continually thrilled with the visits," Al said. "Being on the inside is like a Giants fan getting to watch a game from the sidelines instead of from the stands." Interpretive volunteers like Al help NPS Park Rangers answer questions at the visitor center, offer talks at the Liberty Bell and provide tours of Independence Hall. Other volunteers in the park help our staff maintain park gardens and grounds, interpret archeological finds, and archive the historical documents kept by the park. "I think the core reason that anyone does this work is the simple thrill of getting to tell the story. And what a story it is," Al said. "We are the stewards of some of mankind's most precious resources." Independence NHP has been relying on its active corps of volunteers for many years. The Friends of Independence, the first friends group within the NPS, has been actively in the park since its 1972 founding. The volunteer program that supports the park's archaeology lab was recognized in 2010 as one of nine Preserve America Stewards, a program that honors volunteer efforts nationwide that help preserve our nation's historic places. If you are interested in volunteering at Independence NHP, please contact Jeff Collins at (215) 597- 1039.
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Independence Hall Tower Ready
for The Limelight
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In the process of removing the wood cladding from the Independence Hall Tower, workers exposed the structural framing of the tower at the clock face level. This was the first time anyone has seen the tower framing exposed in this manner since the wood portion of the tower was added in 1828.
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On February 18, 2012, the Centennial Bell will chime the hour once again, inviting all Philadelphia residents and visitors to come out and see the newly restored Independence Hall Tower.
Independence NHP Superintendent Cynthia MacLeod, Mayor Michael Nutter and Congressman Chaka Fattah will welcome visitors as they cutt the ribbon for the completed project.
The program will start at 4:30 p.m. and all visitors and residents are invited to join the park for this event, which can be viewed from Independence Mall, across the street from Independence Hall. After the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Independence Hall will be open for tours until 6 p.m. If you haven't had a chance to visit Independence Hall again recently, now's the time!
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Celebrating Franklin & Poe Birthdays
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Park Rangers Tom Degnan and
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Franklin's Musical Invention is a Star Attraction
On January 17, 2012, Independence National Historical Park marked the occasion of Benjamin Franklin's 306th birthday with a unique opportunity for visitors to hear a performance on Franklin's famous musical invention, the Glass Armonica.
With the Franklin Court Underground Museum closed for renovations, the Glass Armonica has been out of view for visitors. For this special occasion, on January 17, visitors were able to see rangers play the instrument at the Independence Visitor Center.
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EXPERIENCE YOUR AMERICA™
February Programs Ranger-Led Programs Special Programs at the Second Bank 420 Chestnut Street, between 4th and 5th Streets "The Many Faces of George Washington" - Celebrate George Washington's Birthday with this special tour of the many portraits of Washington. The Portrait Gallery also features a portrait of Martha Washington and the first President's many friends and comrades. Join a Park Ranger to see the generals, diplomats and congressmen who knew and worked with Washington. Program will be held in the Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, February 18 and 19 at 2 p.m. "The Underground Railroad in Philadelphia" -- During the 18th and 19th centuries, Philadelphia was an important stop on the Underground Railroad. Learn more about the people and places connected to this important era in Black history during this 30-minute slide program at the Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank. Saturdays in February at 1 p.m. "The President's House" - Learn more about the house that stood at the corner of 6th and Market Streets and the various individuals (both free and enslaved) that lived there. This 30-minute slide program will be shown at the Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank. Sundays in February at 1 p.m.
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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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