Friends of Independence

January 2014

In This Issue

Benjamin Franklin

Speaker Series January

Young Friends Events

Speaker Series February

Free Programs in the Park

Happy Birthday Benjamin Franklin- The Legacy of Benjamin Franklin

January 17-19, 2014

Despite his 308 years, Benjamin Franklin remains ageless

in his many portraits. Join a Park Ranger for a fascinating tour of the Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank at 3:00 pm

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Franklin and Poe: Philadelphia's Adopted Literary Sons

January 17 and 19, 2014 Philadelphia was a printing and publishing center in the eighteenth and

nineteenth centuries thanks to the contributions of two unique men born a century apart:

Benjamin Franklin and Edgar Allan Poe. This slide program celebrates their January birthdays and their contributions to American culture. Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank at 4:00 pm

 Happy Birthday

Edgar Allan Poe

January 18 and 19, 2014

Celebrate the 205th (January 19, 1809) birthday of Edgar Allan Poe by visiting where he lived when he achieved his greatest literary success. Check with a park ranger on the day of your visit for a schedule of activities.

Celebration

Benjamin Franklin, Founder

Benjamin Franklin
Birthday Celebration
Friday, January 17, 2014

2014 Theme - Observing the World

Recipient of the 2014 Franklin Founders Award: Dr. Edward O. Wilson

MORNING SEMINAR

(free event) - Observing the World

9:00 -10:30 a.m. Benjamin Franklin Hall, 427 Chestnut

Street

The two speakers are:

Robert McCracken Peck, Senior Fellow, Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

Dr. Douglas W. Tallamy, Chair of the Dept. of Entomology and Wildlife Ecology at the University of Delaware

PROCESSION AND WREATH LAYING - FRANKLIN'S GRAVE at Christ Church Burial Ground,

(free event) 11:00 a.m. leaving from The American Philosophical

Society Library Hall, 105 S. Fifth Street

LUNCHEON HONORING

Dr. Edward O. Wilson will be awarded the Franklin Founder's Award in recognition of his lifetime of work in the natural sciences, and his insights into the genetic basis of the social behavior of animals, including humans. Luncheon will be from

11:45 -1:45 p.m. at the Chemical Heritage Foundation, 315 Chestnut Street. Cost to attend luncheon $70

Please visit www.ushistory.org/celebration

for more information and to register.

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Speaker Series - January 15, 2014

The Social Customs of 18^th Century Tea

Presented by Clarissa F. Dillon, Ph. D.

Taking tea was a leisurely social custom in the 18th century. This program will show the items used by participants in this pleasant activity. Some can still be found on tea trays today, but others are unfamiliar.

Clarissa F. Dillon has her Ph.D. in History from Bryn Mawr College. She has been involved in "living history" since 1973 and enjoys sharing the results of her researches with others.

Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2014

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Christ Church Neighborhood House,

20 N. America Street

Philadelphia, PA 19106

(We will be meeting in the 4th floor theater)

Cost: FINHP Members and

Christ Church Parishioners $10.00

General Public $15.00

Seating is limited.

Advance Registration is required

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The Young Friends of Independence* presents

Cocktails with the Curator

Ever want to know more about Philadelphia's first Museum? Maybe you are interested in the entrepreneur family behind the museum? Or maybe you just want a chance to meet new people and enjoy a drink or two!

What ever your reason to attend, do not miss out on our first event for the new year. Learn the stories behind Independence National Historical Park's art collection. This is a great chance to meet new friends, visit with your old friends and enjoy an evening in the Portrait Galleries of the Second Bank of the United States.

Historical Punch, wine and light appetizers

will be served.

Event Information

Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2014

Time: 6:00 to 8:00 PM

Cost: Friends Members - $10

General Public - $15

Bring a friend (who is new to the group) and receive free admission!

Location: Second Bank of the United States

420 Chestnut Street

Philadelphia, PA 19106

To Register, Click Here

* Young Friends of Independence's events are for 21-40 year old professionals or for anyone who is interested in the program the organization is hosting

Speaker Series - February 19, 2014

Portrait of an Artist: Francis Hopkinson

Presented by Parker Kitterman, John Hopkins and Ben Perkins

Francis Hopkinson, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, a lawyer, judge, artist, writer, and musician was an organist at Christ Church. He published the first non- religious song in America called My Days Have Been So Wondrous Free. He also wrote and published America's first opera called Temple of Minerva.

Join us at Christ Church for an historical account of his life interspersed with organ and vocal music and view the recently conserved Francis Hopkinson "Collection of Psalm Tunes" and other archival items from his time as vestryman and warden of Christ Church. Parker Kitterman, Director of Music at Christ Church, John Hopkins, Christ Church Burial Ground Coordinator, and tenor Ben Perkins will provide music and commentary at the event.

Date: Wednesday February 19, 2014

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Christ Church

20 N. American Street

Philadelphia, PA 19106

Cost: FINHP Members &

Christ Church Parishioners $10.00

General Public $15.00

*Seating is limited.

Advance Registration is required*

To Learn More and to Register, Click Here

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143 S. 3rd Street
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