Historic Philadelphia - The Declaration

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

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

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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Hello everyone!
Things are gearing up here at Historic Philadelphia! Memorial Day weekend is right around the corner and that means that Storytelling, Adventure Tours and more will be happening all over the Historic District! Make sure to check back here for more information on tours and other happenings in Historic Philadelphia!

Additionally, we will be offering special discount funsaver discount offers for Lights of Liberty, Independence After Hours, 1776: The Movie Musical and An Evening with Thomas Jefferson for Memorial Day Weekend so be sure to look for those!

Welcome to the Historic Philadelphia, Inc. Blog! Here we will be updating you on current and upcoming events and programming!  Winter is almost here and we are reflecting on the 2008 season, while preparing and planning an even better season of programming and events for 2009. This season, visitors got to experience Colonial Pub Crawls while on Historic Philadelphia, Inc.’s Tippler’s Tour; they eavesdropped on the goings-on in Independence Hall after dark on Independence After Hours and heard tales and anecdotes from some of our favorite founding fathers! Who could forget all the fun kids had this summer on Colonial Kids’ Quest; and the intriguing stories heard while on Turmoil & Treason. Meanwhile, visitors in Valley Forge were busy roaming Washington’s encampment and enjoying soldiers’ stories around the campfire.

Didn’t get to experience the tours this year? Don’t worry! Historic Philadelphia, Inc. adventure tours will be back Memorial Day weekend 2009. In the meantime, check out the video of Independence After Hours to experience a glimpse of the fun!

Independence After Hours

Please make sure to check back with our blog often for updates and and news on upcoming programming and events. For more information, visit www.historicphiladelphia.org