Historic Tweets 2009-07-31

Published on Friday, July 31st, 2009
  • Happy Birthday Franklin Square!! Hope the rain clears for the party at 11!! #

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SquareBurger on The 10! Show

Published on Friday, July 24th, 2009

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Historic Tweets 2009-07-23

Published on Thursday, July 23rd, 2009
  • We are on the 10! Show today!! #

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Historic Tweets 2009-07-22

Published on Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009
  • Get your copy: Patriots, Pirates, Heroes & Spies: Stories from Historic Philadelphia http://bit.ly/mWTEE #

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Historic Tweets 2009-07-18

Published on Saturday, July 18th, 2009
  • What a beautiful day in the historic park! 13 benches sound good about now! #

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Historic Tweets 2009-07-08

Published on Wednesday, July 8th, 2009
  • Take a sip of history at some of Old City’s old and modern watering holes!! http://bit.ly/eOgeY #

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Historic Philadelphia in the Media

Published on Tuesday, June 30th, 2009

Historic Philadelphia has been noticed by a variety of different media outlets.

Here is a video clip from the 6ABC FYI Show Memorial Day weekend on Valley Forge’s Secrets & Spies:

http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/video?id=6829017

 

This clip is also from the 6ABC FYI Show Memorial Day weekend.  Franklin Square/Starr is mentioned as part of an outdoor dining segment:

http://abclocal.go.com/wpvi/video?id=6829008

 

Franklin Square is featured in this article in The Boston Globe:

http://www.boston.com/travel/getaways/us/articles/2009/06/21/places_for_the_kids_with_carousels_to_ride/?page=full

 

This is a wonderful video about the Underground Railroad in Philadelphia from an international news agency, Agence France Presse, that was filmed in the spring:

http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/index.php?cl=14034597

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Don’t Forget About all there is to do at Night!

Published on Thursday, June 18th, 2009

There are a variety of tours to go on during the night time hours as well.

Independence After Hours:

Take a sneak peek into Independence Hall after hours!  Start with a delicious, three-course dinner at the historic City Tavern before heading out on an evening of adventure.

April 17 – June 13, Fridays & Saturdays, 5:30 pm

June 16 – August 15, Tuesdays – Saturdays, 5:30 pm

August 21 – October 24, Fridays & Saturdays, 5:30 pm

 

Tippler’s Tour:

Enjoy traditional drinks and a sip of history at Colonial and modern-day watering holes as your Colonial guide shares songs & toasts of the taverns of old.

April 16 – October 29, Thursdays, 5:30 pm

 

An Evening with a Historical Figure:

Thomas Jefferson:  May 24 & July 3, 5 pm

Benjamin Franklin:  May 31, 5 pm & July 4, 3 pm

Harriet Tubman:  June 14 & July 2, 5 pm

George Washington:  June 28 & July 19, 5 pm

 

Lights of Liberty Show:

Experience the American Revolution in a thrilling five-act drama as it happened through breathtaking five-story projections recreating actual events illuminate Franklin Court, the Second Bank of the U.S., Carpenters’ Hall and Independence Hall.

April 17 – June 13, Fridays & Saturdays

June 18 – August 15, Thursdays – Saturdays

August 21 – September 5, Fridays & Saturdays

All shows begin at dusk and depart every 10 minutes

 

1776: The Movie-Musical:

Don’t just watch “1776″ – be a part of the show!  It’s a hysterically historical treat for the entire family!

May 22 – September 4, Fridays, 7 pm

 

Valley Forge After Hours:

Travel back in time to June 1778, a turning point in the Revolutionary War.  Enjoy a traditional Colonial dinner with Martha Washington before checking in at General Washington’s Headquarters, then relax around the group campfire and listen to the soldiers’ tales.

May 23 – September 5, Saturdays, 6 pm

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The Summer Season is Here!

Published on Thursday, June 18th, 2009

There are many exciting tours and activities going on this Summer during the day that you do not want to miss!

Colonial Kids Quest:

A kid-friendly quest to search for the missing Declaration of Independence.

May 23 – September 5, Saturdays 11 am

Plus special tour dates, July 3, 4 & 5

Turmoil & Treason:  The Path to Independence:

The Declaration of Independence is under debate.  Walk with us and encounter 18th century townspeople with strong feelings on all sides of the debate.

May 23 – September 5, Saturdays, 2 pm

Plus special tour dates, July 3, 4 & 5, 2 pm

 

The Betsy Ross House:

No trip to Historic Philadelphia is complete without a visit to the house of America’s most famous flag-maker.

April 1 – September 30, daily 10 am – 5 pm

 

Franklin Square:

Philly Mini Golf:  Putt around the city in this Philadelphia themed miniture golf course!

Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel:  A zebra, a lion, an eagle, horses and more!  Hop on this spectacular all-American style carousel.

Playgrounds:  Slides, swings and spinners… Bring the kids and enjoy two playgrounds!

Great Food:  Hot dogs, hamburgers, Philadelphia soft pretzels, ice cream and more!

 

Once Upon a Nation Storytelling Benches:

Storytelling benches are scattered all over the Historic District and are guaranteed to educate and entertain!

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Historic Tweets 2009-06-17

Published on Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
  • RT @represented: Find out what it means to “Get Nimtopsical” on our Tippler’s Tour. Thursdays all summer!! http://bit.ly/11MNKy #
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