Upcoming Events

Thursdays in October
Behind the Sweets: Chocolate Tours
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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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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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Featured Stories

Take a look into the research, training, and creativity behind Once Upon A Nation events that bring history to life through storytelling.

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A Visitors’ Guide to Once Upon A Nation
Lace up your walking shoes for a short stroll through America’s long history.
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A costumed History Maker leads a tour group on a cobblestone street
The Story Behind Once Upon A Nation
Telling stories about real people who did real things, where they happened.
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In Partnership with the National Park Service
Leveraging historical research to ensure our stories are accurate.
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A Storyteller entertains guests at one of the storytelling benches along a stop of the Once Upon A Nation tours
Historic Job Opportunities
We’re always looking for the best and brightest talent to join the Historic Philadelphia team.
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A History Maker in colonial costume demonstrates the process for doing laundry in the Betsy Ross House
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Once Upon A Nation relies on generous outside support to keep the stories going.
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