National Park Service

No. 110 - August, 2017 U.S. Department of the Interior

Independence
Experience History!
National
Historical Park Once Upon A Nation offers free programming & tours through Labor Day
History comes to life in fascinating stories at the
The Historic Philadelphia Gazette Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches and
is always FREE on one-of-a-kind interactive history programs and
tours that let visitors live history as it happened,
where it happened. Visit historicphiladel-
IN THIS ISSUE phia.org for more information on these great
adventures:
Start the day by raising the flag with Betsy
Ross and her Colonial friends at 10 a.m. at the
Page 2 Betsy Ross House. Tour the House, making
sure to meet Betsy in her upholstery shop daily
and Phillis the laundress in the Women at
Historic District
Work in Revolutionary America exhibit,
Happenings 12-5 p.m. Fri.-Sun.
Visit Colonial Stations to learn Colonial
National Constitution crafts and games and meet Founding Fathers
Center (and Mothers) 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tues.-Fri. Visit
historicphiladelphia.org for locations.
Hear the stories that didnt make it into the
history books at Once Upon A Nations
award-winning storytelling benches at
13 locations throughout the historic district
(see map on p.4). 11a.m.-4 p.m. Tues.-Sat.
thru 8/12; Fri. and Sat. from 8/18.
Join the Continental Army and drill with
Washingtons troops in the Signers Garden.
2 & 3 p.m. Tues.-Sat. through 8/12;
Fri.-Sat. from 8/18.
Hear the stirring words of the document that
changed the world during a dramatic reading
of the Declaration of Independence behind
Independence Hall. 3:45 p.m. Tues.-Sat.
through 8/12; Fri. and Sat. from 8/18.
Independence After Hours offers a unique
opportunity to visit Independence Hall at
night to eavesdrop on the debates of the
summer of 1776. Start with a delicious, meal at
City Tavern then head over to see the Founding
Fathers deep in discussion about the Declara-
tion of Independence. Presented in coopera-
tion with Independence National Historical
Park. 5:30 p.m. Tues.-Sat. thru 8/12;
Fri. & Sat. from 8/18. Tickets are: Ad. $85;
Chil. 12 & under $55; Sr./Stud./Mil. $80.
Drink, sing and be merry on the Tipplers
Tour: Bens Kites & Flights, a tavern tour led
by everyones favorite founder, Ben Franklin,
himself. Enjoy cocktails and snacks at four
stops. 5:30 p.m. Thursdays thru 8/10.
Tickets are: Ad. $50; Sr./Stud./Mil. $45; must
be 21 with valid ID.
For tickets and details about Once Upon A
Nation programs, visit historicphiladelphia.org or
call (215) 629-4026.

City Tavern

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Historic Site & Map
Location
Philly PHLASH
The Philly PHLASH Downtown LoopTM is the
most convenient and affordable way for visitors
Page 4 to get around Philadelphia, with 22 stops
located near must-see attractions along its
Map
route. The PHLASH offers
daily service every 15 minutes,
from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tickets
are $2 per ride or $5 per day.
Seniors; children 4 and
under; and SEPTA Key and
Pass holders always ride free! Passes are
available for purchase aboard vehicles with
exact change and cash only; online; or at any
Visitor Center location.
(800) 537-7676, PhillyPHLASH.com
Philadelphias Historic District Pass
The 2017 Historic District Pass program
provides visitors with affordable and convenient
options to begin exploring the area.
The 2017 Philadelphias
Historic District Pass is perfect
for first-time visitors and
families with kids. It includes
one-time admission to the
National Constitution
Center, Betsy Ross House,
Christ Church Burial
Ground; and two all-day Philly
PHLASH passes, for just $18 for adults and
$13 for youth (ages 4-12). New for 2017,
Philadelphias Historic District: Museum
Pass offers visitors more to explore. Perfect for
return visitors and older kids, it
includes one-time admission to
the African American Museum
in Philadelphia, National
Museum of American Jewish
History, and Philadelphia
History Museum, for just $23
for adults and $17 for youth
(ages 13-17). Both Passes are
available exclusively at the
Independence Visitor Center.
(800) 537-7676, HistoricPhillyPass.com

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HISTORIC DISTRICT HAPPENINGS
AUGUST
AUGUST 4
Betsy Ross House, 8:30-10 p.m.: First Friday
Movie Night Under the Stars & Stripes Enjoy
an outdoor screening of the cult classic, Earth
vs.The Spider. The Philadelphia Film Society hosts
pre-movie trivia with prizes and after-hours tours
of the House are offered from 5:30 p.m. Guests
are encouraged to BYOB and snacks and make an
evening of it. $5 (215) 629-5801 x500,
historicphiladelphia.org/betsy
AUGUST 4 & 5
Independence Visitor Center, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.:
Meet the History Makers Dont forget your
camera and questions for Philadelphias colonial
townsfolk! The History Makers offer tales and
good cheer about life in 18th Century Philadel-
phia. Learn about traditional crafts, including
quill pen calligraphy, sawdust dolls, watercolor
art, and more.
Free. (800) 537-7676, HistoricPhillySummer.com
AUGUST 5
Congress Hall, 2-3 p.m.: We Differ as Rational
Friends: A Debate Between John Adams &
Thomas Jefferson The great statesmen debate
the revolutionary storms they weathered
throughout a relationship spanning 50 years.
Recommended for ages 14 and up.
Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
The American Philosophical Society, 6-7 p.m.:
Mr. Madison Battles the Hessian Fly At the
request of the American Philosophical Society,
Thomas Jefferson and James Madison set off in
1791, to upstate New York and New England. Their
mission? Investigate the Hessian fly, the scourge of
American wheat crops! Hear stories and memories
of this unusual journey.
Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
Franklin Square, 7-11 p.m.: Saturday Night at
the Movies Bring the family to see The LEGO
Batman Movie on the Great Lawn. Film starts at
8:30 p.m. Free; attractions ticketed.
(215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
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AUGUST
AUGUST 11 & 12
Independence Visitor Center, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.:
Meet the History Makers See August 4 &
5 for description.
AUGUST 12
Museum of the American Revolution,
7-10 p.m: Turn Season Finale Watch Party
Explore the exhibits and learn more about
the Revolution before joining other fans to
watch the series finale of Turn. $20 includes
admission. Amrevmuseum.org/events
AUGUST 18 & 19
Independence Visitor Center,
11 a.m.-3 p.m.: Meet the History Makers
See August 4 & 5 for description Free.
(800) 537-7676, HistoricPhillySummer.com
AUGUST 18-20
Signers Garden, 2:30-3:30 p.m.: The
Womens American Revolution During
this walking tour, follow in the footsteps of
the women who used Independence Square
to fight their own revolution.
Free. (800) 538-7676, nps.gov/inde
AUGUST 19
Museum of the American Revolution,
12-3 p.m.: Fife & Drum Party A celebra-
tion of fife and drum music. Visitors can test
out their musical skills and compete for
prizes. Free. Amrevmuseum.org/events
(800) 537-7676, HistoricPhi
Franklin Square, 12-10 p.m.: Parks on Tap
Jr. & Saturday Night at the Movies A travel-
ing beer garden makes a summer stop in the
Square starting at noon. Stick around for
Finding Dory on the Great Lawn at 8:30 p.m.
Free; attractions ticketed; Beer Garden
pay-as-you-go.
(215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
AUGUST 25 & 26
Independence Visitor Center,
11 a.m.-3 p.m.: Meet the History Makers
See August 4 & 5 for description
Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
AUGUST 26
The American Philosophical Society,
1-2 p.m.: An Afternoon with Thomas
Jefferson The author of the Declaration
of Independence shares stories of his life in
an interactive program recommended for
young people.
Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org
ONGOING
Benjamin Franklin Museum,
11 a.m.-12 p.m.: Dr. Franklins Philadelphia
Printer, politician, diplomat, inventor get
to know the real Ben Franklin as you explore
the streets and sites of his beloved city.
Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
Independence Visitor Center, 2-4 p.m. Fri.:
Colonial Musicians Learn songs and hear
music from our country's earliest days. Free.
(800) 537-7676, HistoricPhillySummer.com
Independence Visitor Center, 4 p.m. daily:
Junior Ranger Induction Ceremony
After completing the Junior Ranger Booklet,
children can meet a park ranger at the
information desk at the Visitor Center to
receive their badge and be sworn in as
National Park Service junior rangers.
Free. (800) 538-7676, nps.gov/inde
Independence Visitor Center, 6-7:15 p.m.
daily: Twilight Tour Walking tour offers
an introduction to Independence National
Historical Park so you are ready to explore it
the next day. Presented by the Friends of
Independence Volunteer Guides. No tour 8/10.
Free. (800) 538-7676, nps.gov/inde
Historical Park
Second Bank of the United States,
12-2 p.m. daily: The Curiosity Zone
Enjoy family fun with activities inspired by
artist Charles Willson Peale. Peales curiosity
led him to explore everything from paint
pigments to mastodons.
Walking tour meets at the information desk.
Presented by the Friends of Independence
Volunteer Guides. friendsofindependence.org.
Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
Second Bank of the United States,
12:30, 1:30, 3:30 & 4:30 p.m. daily: Bank
Orientation Tour Learn about the notable
people in the gallery in this 15-minute orien-
tation. Free. (800) 538-7676, nps.gov/inde
Second Bank of the United States,
1-2 p.m. & 4-5 p.m. daily: Barnacles and
Bullets Come learn about life as a
Continental soldier. Have some fun trying
on kid-sized military uniforms and colonial
dress. Free. (800) 538-7676, nps.gov/inde
Second Bank of the United States,
11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. daily: Charles
Willson Peale Gallery Tour Charles
Willson Peale captured the faces of the early
American republic. His portraits of diplo-
mats, military officers, signers of the Decla-
ration of Independence, the Constitution,
and others tell wonderful stories, some
shared in this 20-minute tour.
Free. (800) 538-7676, nps.gov/inde
Signers Garden, 10-11 a.m. daily: In the
Paths of the Founders Walking Ttour
Join a park ranger for this orientation tour
of Independence National Historical Park.
Free. (800) 538-7676, nps.gov/inde

ONGOING EXHIBITS and the influential roles he played in the

American Treasures: Documenting the
Nations Founding - Now open - Explore
American Treasures: Documenting the
Nation's Founding, an intimate look at the
path the Framers took to create the U.S.
Constitution and secure the Bill of Rights.
Included with admission.
John Marshall: Patriot, Statesman, Chief
Justice - Open now through December 31
Get to know Chief Justice John Marshall,
a hero of the U.S. Constitution. Explore
Marshall's character, constitutional legacy,
early Republic. Included with admission.
Constituting Liberty: From the Declaration
to the Bill of Rights - Now open - Dont miss
this unique opportunity to see one of just
12 surviving copies of the Bill of Rights.
at the National Constitution Center
Included with admission.
525 Arch Street (One block past the Indepen-
dence Visitor Center and one block before
Franklin Square) See p. 3 for hours of
operation. For more information, please
visit constitutioncenter.org
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admission! Independence Visitor Center Corporation and the
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Savor specialties including pepperpot
soup, Martha Washingtons chocolate
mousse cake, General Washington &
Thomas Jeffersons recipes for ale.
Open seven days a week.
Not valid Saturdays or holiday weekends. Childrens entres will
Daily from 11:30am
Located at the corner of
2nd & Walnut Streets.
(215) 413-1443
it takes two
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information about National Park Service sites or other
historical sites in Philadelphia and its countryside, call
(800) 537-7676 or visit nps.gov/inde.
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. is dedicated to making our
nations history relevant and real through interpretation,
interaction and education, strengthening Greater
Philadelphias role as the destination to experience
Once Upon A Nation initiative, Betsy Ross House,
and Franklin Square.
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tax-deductible donation, call (215) 629-4026 or visit
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HISTORIC SITES
ARCH STREET FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE E3
Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sugg. Don. $2 
320 Arch Street - (215) 627-2667
THE ATHENAEUM OF PHILADELPHIA
219 South 6th Street - (215) 925-2688
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE
BETSY ROSS HOUSE
239 Arch Street - (215) 629-4026
Daily 10 a.m-5 p.m.;
10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. First Friday 8/4
Audio Guide (includes admission): Ad. $7;
Ch./Sr/Stud./Mil. $6
CARPENTERS HALL
320 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-0167
Tue.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE
CHRIST CHURCH PHILADELPHIA
2nd Street above Market Street
(215) 922-1695
Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.;
Sugg. Don.: Ad. $3; Stud. $2 
Info available in 20 languages.
CHRIST CHURCH BURIAL GROUND
5th & Arch Streets - (215) 922-1695
Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun.12-4 p.m.
CITY TAVERN
138 South 2nd Street - (215) 413-1443
Lunch from 11:30am daily; Dinner from
4 p.m. Tues.-Sat. & 3 p.m. Sun.  OLD PINE STREET CHURCH &
CONGREGATION MIKVEH ISRAEL
44 North 4th Street - (215) 922-5446
FREE 
mikvehisrael.org for worship schedule
CONGRESS HALL
6th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676
Chestnut, through security FREE 
Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Entrance at 5th and
DECLARATION HOUSE
599 S 7th Street - (215) 965-7676
Daily 12-5 p.m.
DESHLER-MORRIS HOUSE
(GERMANTOWN WHITE HOUSE) (OFF MAP)
5442 Germantown Avenue - (215) 965-2305
Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
EDGAR ALLAN POE
NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
532 North 7th Street - (215) 597-8780
Fri.-Sun. 9 a.m.-Noon & 1-5 p.m.
ELFRETHS ALLEY
124-126 Elfreths Alley - (215) 574-0560
Fri.-Sun. 12-5 p.m.
FRANKLIN COURT
Courtyard 9 a.m.-Dusk; 
314-322 Market Street - (800) 537-7676
Fragments of Franklin Court
(318 Market Street):
Daily 12-5 p.m.
U.S. Post Office: Mon. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Benjamin Franklin Museum:
(fee); 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; last entrance is at 4:45 p.m.
Printing Office: Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
FRANKLIN SQUARE
6th & Race Streets
Sun.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.;
Fri & Sat. 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
FREE QUAKER MEETING HOUSE
5th & Arch Streets - (215) 629-4026
Daily 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
GLORIA DEI OLD SWEDES CHURCH
Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; FREE 
916 South Swanson Street (215) 389-1513
HISTORIC SITE & MAP LOCATION
GREAT ESSENTIALS EXHIBIT
West Wing of Independence Hall
(800) 537-7676
Chestnut, through security FREE 
Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Entrance at 5th and
C7
INDEPENDENCE HALL
Chestnut Street between 5th & 6th Streets
(800) 537-7676
F3 Daily 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Tours offered every 15
minutes, tickets are required 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; pick
up free tickets at the Independence Visitor Center.
Please note: security screening closes 15 minutes
before the building closes for the evening;
FREE 
Entrance at 5th and Chestnut, through security
E5
MIKVEH ISRAEL CEMETERY
823 Spruce Street - (215) 922-5446
F4 By appt. only
MOTHER BETHEL A.M.E. CHURCH
419 South 6th Street - (215) 925-0616
Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open for services.
Donation suggested. Tours by appt.
OLD CITY HALL
D3 5th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676
Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE
OLD FIRST REFORMED CHURCH
F6
Tours by appt. FREE 
4th & Race Streets - (215) 922-4566
HISTORIC GRAVEYARD
D4
412 Pine Street - (215) 925-8051
Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open for
Services; Closed daily 12:30-1:30 p.m.
FREE 
Tours by reservation; Open to walk through
C5
OLD ST. AUGUSTINE CHURCH
4th Street at the Ben Franklin Bridge
Tours by appt. FREE 
(215) 627-1838
B4
OLD ST. JOSEPHS CHURCH &
NATIONAL SHRINE
321 Willings Alley - (215) 923-1733
Call for hours & tours. FREE
OLD ST. MARYS CHURCH
252 South 4th Street - (215) 923-7930
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Open for Services or
C4 by appt. FREE
PHYSICK HOUSE
321 South 4th Street - (215) 925-7866
F2
Tours on the hour 11 a.m.-3 p.m.;
Ad. $8; Stud/Sr. $6; Family $20
PORTRAIT GALLERY AT THE SECOND BANK D5
E4 420 Chestnut Street - (800) 537-7676
Daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m.;
POWEL HOUSE
244 South 3rd Street - (215) 627-0364
Ad. $8; Stud/Sr. $6; Family $20 
Tours on the hour 11 a.m.-3 p.m.;
ST. GEORGES UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
235 North 4th Street - (215) 925-7788
Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.;
C1
Groups by appt. only FREE
ST. PETERS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
3rd & Pine Streets - (215) 925-5968
Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.;
C3
after services FREE 
Sat. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open until 3 p.m.
THE PRESIDENTS HOUSE SITE
555 Market Street
Daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. FREE
C5 MUSEUMS
AMERICAN PHILOSOPHICAL
SOCIETY (APS) MUSEUM
104 South 5th Street - (215)-440-3442
Thurs.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
C5 AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM
IN PHILADELPHIA
7th & Arch Streets - (215) 574-0380
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thur.-Sat.; 12-5 p.m. Sun.;
Sr. $10; Members FREE 
Ad. $14; Ch. 4-12 $10; Stud. (w/I.D.) $10;
CHEMICAL HERITAGE FOUNDATION
315 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-2222
Tues.-Sat.10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE
A7 FEDERAL RESERVE BANK
OF PHILADELPHIA
Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. FREE 
6th & Arch Streets - (866) 574-3727
C9
FIREMANS HALL MUSEUM
Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. FREE 
147 North 2nd Street - (215) 923-1438
D5 INDEPENDENCE SEAPORT MUSEUM
211 Columbus Blvd. - (215) 413-8655
Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Ad. $16;
members FREE  Olympia & Becuna
Ch./Sr./Stud. $12; Child. 2 and under &
E1
historic ships open until 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat.;
Ad. $8 after 5 p.m.; board by 7:30 p.m.
D8
D1
E6
Olympia (right) and Becuna (left)
LIBERTY BELL CENTER
526 Market Street - (800) 537-7676
D7
Daily 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Please note: security
closes for the evening. FREE 
screening closes 5 minutes before the building
E8 MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION E5
101 S. 3rd Street - (215) 253-6731
Stud. $17; Ch. 6-18 $12; under 6 FREE 
Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Ad. $19;
NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER D3
525 Arch Street - (215) 409-6700
Mon. through Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.;
E7 Sun. 12-5 p.m.; Ad. $14.50; Sr. (65+);
Child. under 6 FREE  
Col. Stud. (w/ID) $13; Youth (6-18) $11;
NATIONAL LIBERTY MUSEUM E5
321 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-2800
E1 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 12-6 p.m. Sun.
Ad. $14.50; Sr. (65+) & Coll. Stud. (w/I.D.)
FREE  
$13; Youth (6-18) $11; Ch. (under6)
E8 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF
AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY D4
101 South Independence Mall East
(215) 923-3811
10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; S
at. & Sun.10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
E8
Ad. $12; Sr./Stud. $11;
Act. Mil. with ID/Ch. under 12 FREE
3
NEW HALL MILITARY MUSEUM E5
320 Chestnut Street - (215) 965-2305
D6 Daily 12-5 p.m.
PHILADELPHIA HISTORY MUSEUM B5
15 S. 7th Street - (215) 685-4830
Tues.-Sat. 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Ad. $10;
B3 Sr. $8; Stud. & 13-18 $6; Ch. 12 & under &
active military FREE; Family Pack $20
POLISH AMERICAN
CULTURAL CENTER MUSEUM E6
308 Walnut Street - (215) 922-1700
E5 Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE
THADDEUS KOSCIUSZKO
NATIONAL MEMORIAL E8
305 Pine St, Philadelphia - (800) 537-7676
C2 Sat. & Sun. 12-4 p.m.
OTHER SITES
F2 INDEPENDENCE VISITOR CENTER C4
Corner of 6th and Market Streets across
Daily 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; FREE  
from the Liberty Bell - (800) 537-7676
H6
SQUAREBURGER C1
6th & Race Streets
Daily 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
SquareBurger
U.S. MINT D2
151 N. Independence Mall East
(215) 408-0114,
Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
C4
SERVICES
Language Services Park maps are available
in Arabic, Chinese, French, German,
Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish,
Russian and Spanish. The Visitor Center
concierge staff is fluent in nine languages
including Spanish, French, German and
Italian. Information about the Liberty Bell and
other park sites is available in multiple
languages. See a NPS Ranger or the Visitor
Center staff if you have a specific request.
Accessibility For the hearing impaired,
a portable loop system is available inside the
Visitor Center, compatible with all telecoil
equipped hearing aids, cochlear implants,
and induction loop receivers.
A receiver with headphones is also available
if a hearing aid is not compatible. Curb cuts
are at corners on perimeter sidewalks. All
major sites have ramps. Photo albums with
pictures of 2nd floor exhibits are available.
Audio description of exhibits & AV are at Poe
and Kosciuszko Houses, NPS Rangers
describe exhibits elsewhere. All films are
open captioned, with audio description and
assisted listening. To arrange for American
Sign Language services, please contact us
at least two weeks in advance.
Use the relay service (800-654-5984-TTY)
to call (215-597-7130).
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Washington Polish
Old St. Josephs Church American Center

COLUMBUS BLVD
Square
D

WILLINGS CHANCELLOR ST
O

Rose ALLEY
CK

Athenaeum
Tomb of the Garden 95
ST

LOCUST ST Unknown Soldier of

5
LOCUST ST
the American Revolution Old St. DOCK ST
2ND ST

Magnolia
Garden
Marys Powel House
7
FRONT ST

Mikveh Israel Church LOCUST ST

3RD ST
9TH ST

Cemetery
4TH ST
7TH ST

6TH ST

5TH ST

P
SPRUCE ST SPRUCE ST
8TH ST

Physick House
DELANCEY ST

Pennsylvania
SOCIETY HILL Thaddeus Kosciuszko 8
Old Pine Street National Memorial
Hospital
PINE ST Mother Bethel Church PINE ST
Church
St. Peters
Church Headhouse/
Shambles
Independence National Historical Park (INHP)
LOMBARD ST 9
P Sports
Parking Restrooms Stadiums
Places to visit ATM
Franklin Square Parking Currency exchange SOUTH STREET P

Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Bench

SOUTH ST FOOTBRIDGE

10
0

KEY Walkways PHLASH Stop

Gloria Dei
(Old Swedes)
Church

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