July 2 - August 28
Cocktails & Congress
Produced by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. in partnership with Carpenters' Company of the City and County of Philadelphia
Experience the First Continental Congress where it actually happened!
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June 10—September 1, 2025
Declaration Reading
End your day in Historic Philadelphia with a reading of the Declaration of Independence!
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Weekly
Tai Chi in the Square
Practice Tai Chi at Franklin Square!
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May 24—September 1, 2025
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches
One-of-a-kind Storytelling Benches are within Philadelphia’s Historic District, telling riveting stories of our nation’s history in the places where they actually happened.
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May 7—October 22, 2025
Storytime in the Square
Join Ms. Chen from Independence Library for Storytime in the Square!
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An actress playing Mary Crathorne, posing for the camera.
June 20 - October 25
Meet the Women of the 18th Century
Meet the Women of the 18th Century at the Betsy Ross House!
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July 4, 2025
Patriotic Pet Costume Contest
Join us on July 4 to see which pet is crowned most-patriotic!
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Photo showing the outside of the Free Quaker Meeting House in Philadelphia.
May 24 - October 26, 2025
Free Quaker Meeting House
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Official Historic Philadelphia walking tour. History maker guides tourists through Philadelphia's Historic District
Saturdays, May 24 - August 30
Official Historic Philadelphia Walking Tour
Who better to show you around the Historic District than a History Maker!
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