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S P E C I A L E V E N T S Independence National
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Flag Festival 2018 The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern
Celebrates Old Glory Festival Lights Up Franklin Square
Through June 30
with a Full Week of Fun!
Celebrate the Stars & Stripes with a week of special events
at the Betsy Ross House, Sunday, June 10 through Saturday,
June 16.
• Free, interactive, family fun on June 10-13 & 15,
including historic chocolate making demonstrations,
a flag history program, the chance to meet George Historic Philadelphia is just heating up as the sun goes
Washington and more. down evenings through June 30, when the Philadelphia
• The House’s famous Flag Day celebration kicks off at Chinese Lantern Festival lights up Franklin Square starting
10 a.m. Thursday, June 14 with a flag raising ceremony. at 7 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 6 p.m. on week-
Enjoy free admission all day long courtesy of Dr. Jeffrey ends. Back by popular demand, the Festival features 28
Kenneth Kohn, see the Flag Ladies embroider presiden- larger-than-life, handmade illuminated sculptures,
tial flags and witness a moving naturalization ceremony. including the 200-foot giant fan favorite Chinese Dragon!
• On the evenings of June 13-15, stick around after dark In addition to the lanterns, enjoy traditional entertainment
to enjoy musical performances, the Little Rebel Beer from Chinese acrobats and folk dancers, raise a toast in the
Garden presented by Devil’s Den and a screening of the Dragon Beer Garden and dine on delicious Asian cuisine.
2017 blockbuster Wonder Woman. The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival runs 7-11 p.m.
• The week culminates with Stars & Stripes Saturday on Sunday through Thursday and 6-11 p.m. Friday and
June 16. This all-day family event features favorites like Saturday. Tickets are $18 for adults; $12 for youth; and
The Give & Take Jugglers and the amazing Funicular $15 for seniors and military. Timed tickets are required on
Aerial Circus. Admission is FREE and tours of the Friday and Saturday nights and advance purchase is always
House are just $5 for adults and $4 for children. recommended. Visit phillychineselanternfestival.org for
For more information, and a complete schedule of events, tickets. For more information, call (215) 629-4026 or visit
visit historicphiladelphia.org phillychineselanternfestival.org.
F E AT U R E D FEATURED EVENTS
EXHIBIT Memorial Day Weekend day of two of our country’s greatest
institutions – the American flag
May 26-28 - This Memorial Day
Hamilton: The Constitutional Weekend, pay tribute to America’s and the U.S. Army. Events include a
Clashes That Shaped a Nation fallen military heroes and enjoy a flag raising ceremony, patriotic
Explore this compelling new exhibit variety of patriotic programs, parade, and giant flag folding
which highlights the competing including flag ceremonies and demonstrations. Included with
ideas of Alexander Hamilton and etiquette workshops, 18th-century museum admission.
games, arts and craft activities, and Wawa Hoagie Day - June 28
his legendary rivals. interactive shows. Included with Celebrate the 26th annual Wawa
Included with museum admission. museum admission. Hoagie Day with free Wawa Courtesy National Constitution Center
2018 Stripes and Stars Festival - hoagies, free admission to the
June 14 - From star-spangled National Constitution Center, plus
Show Your Historic Philadelphia Gazette banners to five-star generals, Phila- lots of great programs and activities. HISTORIC PHILADELPHIA GAZETTE
delphia celebrates the shared birth- Free admission courtesy of Wawa.
at the National Constitution Center The Historic Philadelphia Gazette, is a joint venture of
525 Arch Street (One block past the Independence Visitor Center and Historic Philadelphia, Inc., the National Park Service, the
Box Office to Receive $2 OFF Admission Independence Visitor Center Corporation and the
one block before Franklin Square) See p. 3 for hours of operation. For
more information, please visit constitutioncenter.org National Constitution Center.
If you have questions, comments or need more
it takes two
information about National Park Service sites or other
Savor specialties including pepperpot historical sites in Philadelphia and its countryside, call
soup, Martha Washington’s chocolate (800) 537-7676 or visit nps.gov/inde.
Two entrées for the price of one!* Historic Philadelphia, Inc. is dedicated to making our
mousse cake, General Washington & Valid Sunday - Friday with the use of a major credit card. nation’s history relevant and real through interpretation,
Thomas Jefferson’s recipes for ale. *Discount will be determined as the least expensive entrée. interaction and education, strengthening Greater
Open seven days a week. Not valid Saturdays or holiday weekends. Children’s entrées will Philadelphia’s role as the destination to experience
American history. Historic Philadelphia, Inc. oversees the
Daily from 11:30am be considered entrées at the time of discount. Once Upon A Nation initiative, Betsy Ross House,
Located at the corner of Not valid June 14-18, 2018 . and Franklin Square.
2nd & Walnut Streets. Offer expires July 31, 2018. For more information about HPI, or to make a
Coupon must be presented at time of order. tax-deductible donation, call (215) 629-4026 or visit
(215) 413-1443 historicphiladelphia.org.
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The Philly PHLASH® Downtown Loop is a Philadelphia’s Historic District is the Birthplace of to the National Constitution
visitor-friendly public transit that provides the Nation, America’s First World Heritage Center, Betsy Ross House, and
access to stops located near must-see City, and home to iconic landmarks, Christ Church Burial Ground;
attractions, museums, and historic sites cultural institutions, diverse and a One-Day Pass on Philly
throughout Philadelphia. PHLASH runs museums, outdoor PHLASH. Learn more and
daily through September 3, with service to each attractions, and restaurants. purchase your 2018 Historic
stop every 15 minutes from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The 2018 Historic District District Pass, available for
At just $2 per ride or $5 per day, PHLASH is the most Pass provides an affordable pick up exclusively at the
affordable way to get around. Children 4 and under, senior way to visit must-see sites for Independence Visitor Center.
citizens, and SEPTA Pass holders always ride free. Passes are one low price. (800) 537-7676,
available for purchase onboard with exact cash only; online, or at It includes one-time admission HistoricPhillyPass.com
any Visitor Center location. (800) 537-7676, PhillyPHLASH.com
H I S TO R I C D I S T R I C T H A P P E N I N G S
M AY JUNE 2 JUNE 15-16
MAY 26-28
Elfreth’s Alley, 1-5 p.m.: Fete Day – Get a rare glimpse into Second Bank of the U.S., 3-4 p.m.: Independence Hall
Historic Philadelphia, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Once Upon A a dozen 18th-century private homes of residents on the and History of Gay Rights in Philadelphia – See June 9
Nation Season Kick-Off – The award-winning Storytelling nation’s oldest residential street. Enjoy music, re-enactors and for details.
Benches return to 13 locations throughout the Historic more. $25 per person; $10 children; Family and group rates JUNE 16
District. Hear short stories about our nation’s history plus available. (215) 627-8680, elfrethsalley.org Museum of the American Revolution, 10 a.m. & 11 a.m.
participate in interactive programs including the twice-daily JUNE 6 Breakfast with General George Washington – Enjoy
Military Muster and the stirring Declaration reading at the National Museum of American Jewish History, 6-8 p.m.: breakfast with the nation’s Founding Father! Tickets include
end of each day. See pages 4 & 5 for the complete schedule. Remembering the St. Louis: The Consequences of Turning buffet breakfast, admission and interactive activities.
Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org Away Refugees – A survivor and historian discuss the M.S. Ad. $50; Youth $25; Ch.6 and under$10
Independence National Historical Park, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: St. Louis, a ship of German Jews turned back from the U.S. (215)253-6731, amrevmuseum.org
Memorial Day Commemorations – The following special during the Holocaust.
events are planned for Memorial Day Weekend: Free with advance registration. (215) 923-3811, nmajh.org
New Hall Military Museum, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Heroism JUNE 9
and Sacrifice during Wartime – Learn about life in the Second Bank of the U.S., 3-4 p.m.: Independence Hall and
Military and meet soldiers during 3 different time periods History of Gay Rights in Philadelphia – On July 4, 1965
in American History: demonstrators marched across the street from Independence
Civil War (May 26); American Revolution (May 27) and Hall calling attention to the discrimination facing the gay
WWI (May 28). and lesbian community. Join a Park Ranger for a slide
Second Bank of the U.S., 1-1:30 p.m., May 27 & 28: program about the LGBTQ movement’s roots at
George Washington’s Band of Brothers – Portrait gallery Independence Hall. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
tour introduces George Washington and his Generals who JUNE 9 & 10
led the soldiers of the Continental Army to victory over Museum of the American Revolution, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.:
the armies of Great Britain and won American Liberation 1778 – Living history event celebrates the new
Independence. discovery center, Revolution Place, exploring the confused
Second Bank of the U.S. 3-3:30 p.m. May 26 & 27: days of 1778. The Continental Army and its supporters have
From Remembrance to Recreation – Join a park ranger reclaimed Philadelphia from the British, but many questions
for a program about Memorial Day commemorations about loyalty and the Revolution remain. Meet townspeople
from the 19th century until today. restarting their lives or looking for justice and learn military
Second Bank of the U.S. 3-3:30 p.m. May 28 : At Rest drills from Revolutionary soldiers.
After viewing their portraits in the gallery, discover the Free with admission. (215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org
final, local resting place of these military heroes.
JUNE 10-16
All Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Flag Festival 2018 Museum of the American Revolution
Museum of the American Revolution, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.: The 11th annual weeklong celebration of all things Old
Glory features free, interactive family fun each day of the JUNE 30
Memorial Day Weekend & Revolutionary Sailors
Pay tribute to those who lost their lives in service during week, plus special evening events June 13-15. The city of Second Bank of the U.S., 12:30-1 p.m.: Thomas Jefferson
the American Revolution. To coincide with Sail Philadelphia, Philadelphia’s official Flag Day celebration is June 14, with Gallery Tour – To commemorate the 275th anniversary of
learn about the lives of Revolutionary sailors. Board the free tours of the House courtesy of Dr. Jeffrey Kenneth Jefferson’s birth, join a park ranger for a tour of the portrait
Museum’s replica ship and witness an auction of a deceased Kohn. The week finishes with the all-day festival, gallery to view portraits of Jefferson, his friends and some of
sailor’s personal effects and meet interpreters portraying the Stars & Stripes Saturday on June 16. See page 2 or visit his foes. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
men and women who crewed ships and worked on the city’s historicphiladelphia.org for the complete schedule and Second Bank of the U.S., 2:30-3 p.m.:
docks. Free with admission. details. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org Alexander Hamilton Gallery Tour – While not from
(215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org JUNE 14-17 Philadelphia, Alexander Hamilton spent time and made his
Museum of the American Revolution, regular site hours: mark in American history here. Learn more during this tour.
JUNE Flag Day and Father’s Day Weekend – See George Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
JUNE 1 Washington’s Commander-in-Chief ’s Standard, the flag that New Hall Military Museum, 1-1:30 p.m. & 4-4:30 p.m.:
Betsy Ross House, 5-9 p.m.: Movie Night Under the Stars & marked his presence on the battlefield. Add a stitch to a Barnacles and Bullets – George Washington wants you!
Stripes – Celebrate First Friday with after-hours tours of the reproduction of a Revolutionary flag, design your own flag, Come learn about life as a soldier. Have some fun trying on
House followed by an alfresco showing of Attack of the Giant and try cutting a six-pointed star like the one on the kid-sized military uniforms and colonial dress.
Leeches. Guests are invited to BYOB and snacks and make an Washington Standard and more interactive activities. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
evening of it. $5. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org Free with admission. (215) 253-6731, amrevmuseum.org continues on page 4
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continues from page 3 can meet a park ranger at the information desk to receive Signers’ Garden, 10-11 a.m., Sat. & Sun.: In the Paths
their badge and be “sworn in” as National Park Service of the Founders – Join a park ranger for this orientation
ONGOING Junior Rangers. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde tour of Independence National Historical Park. Explore
Franklin Square, 7-11 p.m. Sun.-Thurs. & Independence Visitor Center, 6-7:15 p.m: Twilight Tour the world-changing events that happened right here,
6-11 p.m. Fri. & Sat.: Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Enjoy an introduction to Independence National Historical from the Declaration of Independence to the creation of
Festival – Final days to visit this one-of-a-kind celebration Park so you are ready to explore it the next day. Walking a new government. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
of light and culture! More than 25 larger-than-life tour meets at the information desk. Presented by the Friends of
illuminated displays are on display. Plus, enjoy traditional Independence Volunteer Guides. friendsofindependence.org.
Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
Chinese performances, handicrafts, food and more.
Tickets are $18 for adults; $12 for children 17 and under; Benjamin Franklin Museum, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.,
$15 seniors & military. (215) 629-4026, Sat. & Sun.: Dr. Franklin’s Philadelphia – Printer,
historicphiladelphia.org/chineselanternfestival politician, diplomat, inventor – get to know the real Ben
Franklin as you explore the streets and sites of his beloved
Independence Visitor Center, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., daily: city. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
Meet the History Makers – Don’t forget your camera and Franklin Court Courtyard, 2-3 p.m. Sat. & Sun.:
questions for Philadelphia’s colonial townsfolk! The History The British Occupation of Philadelphia – Join a Park
Makers inside the Visitor Center offer tales, anecdotes and Ranger for a walking tour and hear the stories of the officers,
good cheer about living in 18th-Century Philadelphia. the soldiers, and the civilians as the British army occupied
Learn about and watch them in their crafts, including quill the former United States capital from September 1777 to
pen calligraphy, “sawdust dolls,” watercolor art, and much June 1778. Free. (215) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde
more. Free. (800) 537-7676, PHLVisitorCenter.com Second Bank of the U.S., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. &
Independence Visitor Center, 4-4:10 p.m.: Junior Ranger 3:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun.: Bank Orientation Tour
Induction Ceremony – After completing the Junior Learn about the notable people in the gallery in this short
Ranger booklet, available at the Visitor Center, children orientation. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde Second Bank of the U.S.
P R O G R A M S & T O U R S • M A Y 2 6 - J U N E 2 0 1 8
Location 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Noon 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 3 p.m. 4 p.m. 5 p.m.
Meet Betsy Ross 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
10 a.m.-4 p.m. Mon.-Wed. Thur.-Sun
Betsy Ross House Flag Raising
239 Arch Street Daily
Meet Phillis the Laundress
Sat. & Sun. thru June 10; Thurs.-Sun. from June 11
Program Meet a History Maker Tour Performance National Park Service Program
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J U N I O R R A N G E R P R O G R A M S
Independence Independence Junior
National Historical Ranger App
Park - Junior Ranger Ring the Liberty Bell,
programs offer a fun way Create Your Own Portrait,
for kids to learn about and earn a Junior Ranger
American History. badge or certificate.
Through Junior Ranger Download the FREE
activities, games and “Independence Junior
puzzles, participants from Ranger” app. For iPhone
6-14 years of age learn all or iPad.
about the park and can
earn Junior Ranger
badges. Pick up a Junior Ranger Activity
Booklet and then return it to the Independence
Visitor Center to receive your award when Trading Cards: Come Face to Face with
you’ve completed the activities. The Independence History! - Ask a Park Ranger how you can earn
Visitor Center, 6th & Market Streets, opens daily free trading cards during your visit. Collecting Independence Mobile App
at 8:30 a.m. trading cards is a fun way to learn more about the
people, places and things that tell the story of Explore Independence National Historical Park - home
Philadelphia and the early years of our nation. of Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and the Benjamin
Franklin Museum - with this official National Park Service
app. Use it to discover the sites and people of the American
Revolution, and the founding of the nation. Tap the
Sites button to
learn more about
points of interest
with professional
photographs and
Independence National Historical Park engaging text.
6th and Market Streets; Daily, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Discover the Road
Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site to Revolution or
532 North 7th Street; follow in Benjamin
Fri. through Sun., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Closed 12-1 p.m. Franklin’s footsteps
Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial on guided audio
301 Pine Street; Sat. and Sun., 12 to 4 p.m. tours throughout the park. The Postcard feature allows
Germantown White House you to share a digital postcard with friends and family
(Deshler-Morris House) from Independence National Historical Park. The app is
5442 Germantown Avenue; available for iOS and Android devices. Search for “NPS
Sat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Independence” in your app store.
The app is FREE.
FREE
mikvehisrael.org for worship schedule OLD CITY HALL D5 (215) 408-0114,
5th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676 FIREMAN’S HALL MUSEUM F2 Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. FREE
Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE 147 North 2nd Street - (215) 923-1438
CONGRESS HALL C5
6th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676 OLD FIRST REFORMED CHURCH E1
by appt. FREE Youth (6-18) $11; Child. (under 6) FREE A receiver with headphones is also
PHYSICK HOUSE E8 available if a hearing aid is not compatible.
321 South 4th Street - (215) 925-7866 NATIONAL LIBERTY MUSEUM E5 Curb cuts are at corners on perimeter
Tours on the hour 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; 321 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-2800 sidewalks. All major sites have ramps.
Ad. $8; Stud/Sr. $6; Family $20 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 12-6 p.m. Sun. Photo albums with pictures of 2nd floor
PORTRAIT GALLERY AT THE SECOND BANK D5 Ad. $14.50; Sr. (65+) & Coll. Stud. (w/I.D.) exhibits are available. Audio description of
Elfreth’s Alley
FREE
420 Chestnut Street - (800) 537-7676 $13; Youth (6-18) $11; Ch. (under6) exhibits & AV are at Poe and Kosciuszko
FRANKLIN COURT E4 Daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Houses, NPS Rangers describe exhibits
Courtyard 9 a.m.-Dusk;
314-322 Market Street - (800) 537-7676 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF elsewhere. All films are open captioned,
POWEL HOUSE E7 with audio description and assisted
244 South 3rd Street - (215) 627-0364 AMERICAN JEWISH HISTORY D4
Fragments of Franklin Court listening. To arrange for American Sign
Ad. $8; Stud/Sr. $6; Family $20
Tours on the hour 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; 101 South Independence Mall East
(318 Market Street): (215) 923-3811 Language services, please contact us at
Daily 12-5 p.m. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tues.-Fri.; 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. least two weeks in advance. Use the relay
U.S. Post Office: Mon. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. & Sun.; Wed. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; service (800-654-5984-TTY) to call
Benjamin Franklin Museum: Closed Memorial Day. Ad. $12; Sr./Stud. $11; (215-597-7130).
(fee); 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; last entrance is at 4:45 p.m. Active Mil. with ID/Ch. under 12 FREE
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