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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. News and Events!
FRANKLIN SQUARE
Enjoy Summer Fun in Franklin Square!
All summer long, enjoy free concerts, outdoor movies, family sports days, and much more in one of William Penn’s original five squares.
Franklin Square's summer schedule
Storytime in the Square
Mondays, Now - Labor Day, 10 - 11 am
Librarian Margaret Bernardi of the Independence Branch of the Free Library of Philadelphia reads free stories to children in the Franklin Square Pavilion.
BETSY ROSS HOUSE
Flag Raising at the Betsy Ross House
Daily, Now - September 3, 10 am
Start your day at the Betsy Ross House, as Betsy Ross and one of her Colonial friends, raise the 13-star flag with pomp and circumstance.
ONCE UPON A NATION
A Realistic Journey Back to 1776!
Independence After Hours
August 17 - October 20: Fridays - Saturdays, 5:30 pm
The only tour of its kind, Independence After Hours takes you on a realistic journey back to 1776. After an 18th-century-inspired dinner at historic City Tavern, and a visit by Thomas Jefferson, the group sneaks into Independence Hall where they eavesdrop on Jefferson, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin discussing the Declaration of Independence.
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Free Revolutionary Once Upon A Nation Adventures
Visit the Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches, join the Military Muster, listen to Declaration Readings, and participate in activities at Valley Forge National Historical Park!
HISTORIC PHILADELPHIA GAZETTE
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Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package
The Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package includes a one- or two- night hotel stay in one of the dozens of participating hotels, FREE hotel parking (up to a $100 value) and a free welcome gift from VISIT PHILADELPHIA®