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Free Programs
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Independence Hall and the American Civil War
Location: Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U. S.
Time: 3:00 to 4 PM
Between May 3 and 6, 1862 Major General Charles F. Smith lay in state inside Independence Hall. A native of Philadelphia, Smith was the highest ranking officer to lie in state in the building during the Civil War. To commemorate the 150th anniversary of this event, join a park ranger for a slide program highlighting the role of Independence Hall during the American Civil War.
Happy Mother's Day
Location:Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S.
Time: 3 - 4 PM
Did you know that Mother's Day was founded by Anna Jarvis of Philadelphia? Join a park ranger for a tour of the Portrait Gallery and hear the stories about the "Founding Mothers" who inspire us with their courage and determination.
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Open House Neighborhood Tours | |
Overbrook Farms Club
Date: Sunday, May 6, 2012
Time: 1 - 5 PM
Starting Location: Overbrook Train Station
63rd and City Ave
Each spring the Overbrook Farms Open House Tour and Tea offers visitors a peek inside of magnificent buildings in this celebrated community. From extraordinary private homes to notable historic churches, the self guided walking tour acquaints visitors with the outstanding architecture of this planned turn-of-the-century railroad suburb.
This event features a formal tea held at Ivy Hall, an elegant Georgian Revival style mansion with paired chimneys, Palladian windows, and a grand ballroom. Proceeds from this event support the civic and community initiatives of the Overbrook Farms Club.
For reservations and more information, Click Here
Queen Village Association
Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012
Time: 12 - 4 PM
Starting Location:
St. Philip Neri Church,
218 Queen Street
This self-guided walking tour of Philadelphia's oldest neighborhood features a range of beautifully restored and renovated houses and styles, from 18th century trinities to 20th century homes, traditional to contemporary. The tour also includes two historic churches and two community gardens as well as an annual arts fair in Mario Lanza Park (200 block of Catharine St).
For reservations and more information, Click Here
Society Hill Civic Association
Date: Sunday, May 20, 2012
Time: 1 to 5 PM
Starting Location: Old Pine Community Center,
401 Lombard Street
Join us for a delightful, self-guided tour of ten private homes and gardens in historic Society Hill. Architectural and interior styles range from 18th & 19th century to the most contemporary.
Dining With discounts: house tour ticket holders can enjoy a 15% discount for dinner that day at any of six area restaurants.
For reservations and more information, Click Here |
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Don't be a last minute planner...
Grab your space early
Founding Father's Fitness Stroll
Saving National Treasures Step by Step
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Father's Day |
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Thomas Jefferson wrote, "A strong body makes a strong mind..." This Father's Day, bring your family, especially your fathers out to support the Friends of Independence National Historical Park and help save our National Treasures |
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Information:
Date: Sunday, June 17, 2012
Time:
Registration: 8 to 9 am
Walk: 9 am to 12 pm
Location: National Constitution Center Front Lawn
525 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost:
$15 Adults
$10 for 1st registered child (6-14 years of age)
$5 for every registered child after the first (6-14 years of age)
$0 for children 5 years of age or younger
For more information, click here
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Building of the Year Tour - June 10, 2012
This year's program will feature the Germantown White House, the home George Washington and his family escaped to during the Yellow Fever epidemic in Philadelphia. Join us for a tour and about the history, and see a curator's point of view.
Information:
Date: Sunday, June 10, 2012
Time: 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location: Germantown White House
5442 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19144
Parking: Street parking
Cost: $7 for members
To register, click here or call the Friends of Independence at
215-861-4971.or payments can be sent to:
143 S. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Please make checks payable to the Friends of Independence
Also include a note that this is for the Building of the Year tour and the
names of the people in your party. |
Are you a Friend of Independence?
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Members of the Friends of Independence have the privilege to support the Best Park in History! Members receive great benefits and know that their donations are going to the preservation of our National Treasures for future generations.
To learn more about membership and
how to support the park, 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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