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Free Programs
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Happy Birthday
Thomas Jefferson
Celebrate Thomas Jefferson's 269th
birthday (born April 13, 1743) with a gallery tour.
Location:
Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S.
Happy Birthday
Charles Willson Peale
Celebrate the life and artistry of painter Charles Willson Peale (born April 15, 1741)
Location:
Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S.
April 14, 15 at 3:00
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Junior Ranger Day | |
Meet National Park Service staff and find out what it takes to run Independence National Historical Park. Play games, listen to music, meet people from the past; check your skills to find out if you could pass the test to become a US citizen. Complete the National Park Week Junior Ranger Booklet for a free prize! Fun for all ages!
The Friends of Independence will be there as well, letting people know how great it is to be the best friends of the Park. We will be giving away gifts for the kids and holding raffles for some great Friends' gifts.
Come on out, bring the kids or grandkids and say Hi to us!
Location:
Independence Visitor Center
(On the green space for nice weather, inside the visitor center for bad weather)
6th and Market Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Time: 11 am to 4 pm
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Twilight Walking Tours | |
Do you have a desire to learn more about Independence Park? Come join a Twilight Tour one evening this summer and hear about the park buildings and what took place in them.
These free tours are offered every evening at 6:00 pm from mid-June through Labor Day. The meeting place is the Signer's Garden at Fifth and Chestnut Streets. No registration is needed for the Twilight Tours. | |
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Speaker Series - April 17, 2012
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Lynmar Brock, Jr: Must Thee Fight
Mr. Brock is a Quaker who can trace his origins back to the time of William Penn in 1682. His novels are inspired both by his Quaker ancestry and his naval service. He will be speaking about his latest novel, Must Thee Fight, a lively tale of a young Quaker boy growing up during the events of the American Revolution. He is torn by his religion of peace and his desire to fight for his country against the British. He fights in the Battle of Brandywine, finding, particularly with the death of his best friend and cousin that there is no glory in kiling.
* Participants are encouraged to bring copies of Mr. Brock's book so he can autograph it after the program
Date: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Location: Free Quaker Meeting House
Corner of 5th and Arch Streets
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Cost: FINHP Members $7.00, General Public $12.00
*Seating is limited.
Advance registration is required.
To register, click here | | |
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Founding Father's Fitness Stroll
Saving National Treasures Step by Step
Sunday, June 17, 2012 |
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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 |
Meet us on the front lawn of the National Constitution Center where you will have a chance to meet Thomas Jefferson, learn about his belief in the importance of exercise and of course, take your picture with him.
Lace up your sneakers or in the case of Thomas Jefferson, buckle your shoes because we are crossing the Benjamin Franklin Bridge. This event is for all fitness levels, so whether you are a stroller, a speed walker or runner, you are welcome to join us. Just remember to bring your cameras because the views are spectacular and you are going to want to remember your time Saving National Treasures.
The entire walk is 3.35 miles. For those who are interested in a shorter distance, there are areas along the span of the bridge for turning around.
After the bridge, come back to the National Constitution Lawn where you, your family and friends will have the opportunity to have your picture taken on the mall with Independence Hall behind you. Pictures will be available for free download on the Friends of Independence's website after the event. | |
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
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 Founding Father's Day Stroll and the number of people in your party. |
Building of the Year Tour - June 10, 2012
Will feature the Germantown White House, the home George Washington and family escaped to during the Yellow Fever epidemic in Philadelphia. Join us for a tour about the history, and shows 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. |
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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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