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NOVEMBERNOVEMBER

NOVEMBER 3Historic Philadelphia Center, 5:30-8 p.m.: Tippler’s Tour: Ghosts & Toasts – Spooky colonial tales and seasonal beverages highlight this tour of Colonial & modern day watering holes as your Colonial host or hostess shares stories of the taverns of old. Tickets are $35; $30 Sr./Stud./Mil. Must be 21 with valid ID. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

NOVEMBER 5National Constitution Center, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Boy Scout Day – Enjoy a fun-filled day learning about our country while meeting requirements or working toward patches! Scout leaders and parents receive a Scout packet and agenda to lead them throughout the day's activities and events.$14 scouts; $12 adults; one free adult with each 10 scouts. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

NOVEMBER 10Historic Philadelphia Center, 5:30-8 p.m.: Tippler’s Tour: Ghosts & Toasts – Spooky colonial tales and seasonal beverages highlight this tour of Colonial & modern day watering holes as your Colonial host or hostess shares stories of the taverns of old. Tickets are $35; $30 Sr./Stud./Mil. Must be 21 with valid ID. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

NOVEMBER 11Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Celebrating our Soldiers – On Veteran’s Day, all active military members enjoy free admission.(215) 686-1252, betsyrosshouse.org

National Constitution Center, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Veteran’s Day Celebration – Guests will participate in a variety of interactive programs and activities honoring our nation’s servicemen and women. Free with admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

NOVEMBER 12National Constitution Center, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Girl Scout Day – Enjoy a fun-filled day learning about our country while meeting requirements or working toward patches! Scout leaders and parents receive a Scout packet and agenda to lead them throughout the day's activities and events.$14 scouts; $12 adults; one free adult with each 10 scouts. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

NOVEMBER 12-13Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 4-4:20 p.m.: Remembering Our Early Veterans – On Veteran’s Day weekend, learn more about the Continental Army and Navy by joining a park ranger for a program highlighting the struggles of the newly created Armed Forces during the American Revolution. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

NOVEMBER 17Tippler’s Tour: Yuletide Cheers & Beers – This popular tour of Colonial & modern day watering holes takes on a holiday flair with a look at Colonial yuletide celebrations. Tickets are $35; $30 Sr./Stud./Mil. Must be 21 with valid ID.

NOVEMBER 20Congress Hall, 2-3 p.m.: Shall Not Be Invaded or Disturbed, Did the Trail of Tears Start Here?Did the idea of Indian Removal originate with the

Founding Fathers on Independence Square? A park ranger portraying a Delaware Chief examines early Indian Affairs. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

NOVEMBER 25Historic Philadelphia Center, 2-4 p.m.: Eagles Celebration – Come support your favorite team! Meet Eagles mascot, Swoop, enter to win game tickets and more. Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

NOVEMBER 25-26Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 12-12:30 p.m. Gallery Games – Children and their families can participate in hands-on activities and learn more about George Washington, his presidency, and the people of his household in Philadelphia. Join a park ranger for this 30-minute children’s program. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

NOVEMBER 25-27Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Holiday Weekend at Betsy’s – Enjoy colonial chocolate making demos (and tastings!) plus a holiday-themed scavenger hunt. Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

Franklin Square, 12-5 p.m.: Holiday Weekend in the Square – Take a break from leftovers with a spin on the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel or a round of Philly Mini Golf. Plus, grab a yummy lunch or snack from SquareBurger. Attractions ticketed. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

National Constitution Center, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Thanksgiving Celebration – Learn about traditions such as the annual presidential turkey pardon and George Washington’s first Thanksgiving proclamation. Write letters of thanks to American troops on active duty and make seasonal crafts, including corn husk dolls. Free with admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

NOVEMBER 29Franklin Square, 5-7 p.m.: Lighting of the Square Join Ben Franklin and, of course, Santa as they light the Square for the holiday season. Plus, take spin on the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, play a round of Philly Mini Golf and grab a yummy dinner or snack from SquareBurger. Attractions ticketed. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

DECEMBERDECEMBER

DECEMBER 1Historic Philadelphia Center, 5:30-8 p.m.: Tippler’s Tour: Yuletide Cheers & Beers – This popular tour of Colonial & modern day watering holes takes on a holiday flair with a look at Colonial yuletide celebrations. Tickets are $35; $30 seniors/students/military. Must be 21 with valid ID. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

DECEMBER 3 & 4Franklin Square, 2-5 p.m. (also 12/10-11 & 12/17-18): Santa in the Square – Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus and enjoy the Square’s attractions. Attractions ticketed. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

DECEMBER 7National Constitution Center, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day – Learn the history of the events leading up to the outbreak of

the second World War, U.S. involvement, and the struggle of the soldiers and citizens on the home front. Free with admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

DECEMBER 8Historic Philadelphia Center, 5:30-8 p.m.: Tippler’s Tour: Yuletide Cheers & Beers – This popular tour of Colonial & modern day watering holes takes on a holiday flair with a look at Colonial yuletide celebrations. Tickets are $35; $30 Sr./Stud./Mil. Must be 21 with valid ID. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

DECEMBER 15Historic Philadelphia Center, 5:30-8 p.m.: Tippler’s Tour: Yuletide Cheers & Beers – This popular tour of Colonial & modern day watering holes takes on a holiday flair with a look at Colonial yuletide celebrations. Tickets are $35; $30 Sr./Stud./Mil. Must be 21 with valid ID. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

National Constitution Center, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Bill of Rights Celebration – Learn about the Bill of Rights during a fast-paced interactive game show, Who Wants to be a Bill-ionaire?, and enjoy special tours to learn about the document. Free with admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

DECEMBER 22Historic Philadelphia Center, 5:30-8 p.m.: Tippler’s Tour: Yuletide Cheers & Beers – This popular tour of Colonial & modern day watering holes takes on a holiday flair with a look at Colonial yuletide celebrations. Tickets are $35; $30 Sr./Stud./Mil. Must be 21 with valid ID. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

DECEMBER 26-31Betsy Ross House 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Holiday Week Meet a History Maker and see seasonal craft demonstrations, including chocolate-making, candle-making, pomanders and more. Free. (215) 686-1252, betsyrosshouse.org

Franklin Square, 12-5 p.m.: Holiday WeekTake a wintry spin on the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, play a chilly round of Philly Mini Golf and warm up with treats from SquareBurger.Attractions ticketed. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

National Constitution Center, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Holiday Week and New Year’s Celebrations – Send greetings to the men and women serving away from home, create arts and crafts, play games and sing seasonal karaoke. Plus, discover the stories behind first-foot, singing auld lang syne, the ball drop at Times Square and Philadelphia’s own Mummers Parade. Free with admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

DECEMBER 28-31Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 12-12:30 p.m. Gallery Games – Children and their families can participate in hands-on activities and learn more about George Washington, his presidency, and the people of his household in Philadelphia. Join a park ranger for this 30 minute children’s program. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

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The Gazette is a joint venture of HPI and the National Park Service,

produced with the support of the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation,

The City of Philadelphia and other public trusts.

If you have questions, comments or need more information about National Park Service sites

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Once Upon A Nation is an initiative of HPI.

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Savor specialties including pepperpot soup, Martha Washington’s chocolate mousse cake, General Washington &

Thomas Jefferson’s recipes for ale.Open seven days a week.

Serving lunch & dinner daily from 11:30 a.m. Dinner from 4 p.m.

(Sundays from 3 p.m.). Located at the corner of 2nd & Walnut Streets,

(215) 413-1443.

CITY TAVERN

Two entrées for the price of one!* When you present this coupon for lunch or dinner.

*Only valid with the use of a major credit card. *Discount to be determined as the least expensive entrée. *Children's

meals are considered entrées.Not Valid for prix fixe menus or with

any other discounts.Expires December 30, 2011.

Not valid on: November 23-25, December 24-25, 2011

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DECEMBER 31Betsy Ross House, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Betsy’s Birthday Bash – Celebrate the 260th birthday of America’s most famous flagmaker with daylong family fun and, of course, cake at 1:30 p.m.! Free. (215) 686-1252, betsyrosshouse.org

Franklin Square, 6 p.m.: Kids’ New Year’s Countdown – Kids of all ages are invited to count down to 2012. Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

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American Philosophical Society Museum, regular site hours: Of Elephants & Roses: Encounters with French Natural History, 1790-1830 – Exhibit explores the flora and fauna brought to Paris in the golden age of French science through rare books, specimens, documents, letters and artwork. $1 donation requested. (215) 440-3400, apsmuseum.org

Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Meet Betsy Ross – Meet America’s most famous flagmaker as she works in her upholstery shop and ask her all about her fascinating life and times. Admission is $4 adults, $3 children. (215) 686-1252, betsyrosshouse.org

Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.: Rally ‘Round the Flag: Civil War Color Bearers & the Flags They Carried – The House’s current exhibit examines the most dangerous job on the battlefield and features a flag sewed by Betsy Ross’ daughter. Thru 4/12. Admission is $4 adults, $3 children. (215) 686-1252, betsyrosshouse.org

Christ Church Burial Ground: 12-3:30 p.m.: Revolutionary Americans – This is the final resting place of many founding fathers including Benjamin Franklin. The 15-minute guided tour features the history of the site and the revolutionary people connected to Christ Church.$3 adults/$1 children, plus admission. (215) 922-1695, christchurchphila.org

City Tavern, 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily: The Ales of the Revolution – Enjoy a sampling of ale recipes by George Washington, Thomas

Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin and Alexander Hamilton. Colonial shrub is available for the children. (215) 413-1443, citytavern.com

Independence Visitor Center: Philadelphia History This Way – The ultimate interactive mobile application introduces you to all of Philadelphia’s historic treasures. As your own personal tour guide, it will steer your steps through Philadelphia’s historic mile, down the same streets walked by our founding fathers, showing you the rich history and details of the landmarks you pass along the way. Learn more and download app at philadelphiahistorythisway.com

New Hall Military Museum, 1 & 4 p.m.: Barnacles & Bullets – A 15-minute program about the life of an average soldier or sailor during the American Revolution. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 12:30-1 p.m. Sat. & Sun. in Nov (no program 11/26): George Washington’s Band of Brothers In commemoration of Veteran’s Day, join a park ranger for a tour of the portrait gallery that will introduce George Washington and his generals. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 3-3:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. in Nov. (also 11/25): The Forgotten (Native) Americans – Meet a Park Ranger for a 30-minute program to commemorate Native American History Month. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 3-3:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. in Dec. (also 12/28-31): Washington Crossing the Delaware – Join a Park Ranger for this program about Washington’s daring crossing of the Delaware River on Christmas Eve. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 11:30 a.m. & 2 p.m.: Moses Williams: Cutter of Profiles – Hear the amazing story of Moses Williams, who learned to operate the Physiognotrace to earn his freedom and a good living making silhouettes in Peale’s Museum. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

State of PennsylvaniaGreater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing CorporationFairmount ParkCity of PhiladelphiaThe Lenfest FoundationDelaware River Port Authority of Pennsylvania and New JerseyParx CasinoWilliam Penn FoundationPECOThe Pew Charitable TrustsThe ACE GroupLincoln Financial Group FoundationAramarkConnelly FoundationPhiladelphia EaglesWilliam J. AveryBrett’s PonyCash is King Racing StableTeam Smarty and the Chapman FamilyWayne S. SpiloveLewis Katz, Esq.Valley Forge Convention and Visitor’s BureauGoogle1956 Otto Haas Charitable TrustPNC BankAmerican ExpressThe McLean ContributionThomas Skelton Harrison FoundationThe Van Alen FamilyPhiladelphia Cultural FundHersha Hospitality TrustHotel Monaco PhiladelphiaNational Constitution CenterWells FargoMax & Me CateringCapital Wine & Spirits CompanyReligious Society of Free QuakersBlank Rome LLPStarr RestaurantsCity TavernSamuel S. Fels FundRobert Ambrosi/ARC Properties, Inc.James and Nadine BilesBittenbender Construction, LPChapman Auto GroupCozen O’ConnorFederated InsuranceGiordano & Associates, CPAs, P.C.Streamline Payroll, LLCHill InternationalIndependence Business AllianceIndependence Visitor CenterLocal 98Lumbermens Merchandising CorporationJennifer Ohama and Alan MarkowitzPennsylvania Convention CenterPhiladelphia Convention & Visitors BureauThe PhilliesStonehenge Advisors Inc.Valley Forge Hotel ManagementDolfinger-McMahon FoundationPennsylvania Heritage SocietyOmni Hotel at Independence ParkWilliam H. Haines, IV

CBS 3KYW 1060Where PhiladelphiaWPVI 6 ABCWXPN 88.5

Veteran’s Day (11/11/11)Independence Visitor Center

8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Liberty Bell Center 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Independence Hall 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

New Hall Military Museum 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

ThanksgivingLiberty Bell Center: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Independence Hall: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Christmas EveBetsy Ross House: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Independence Visitor Center: 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

National Park Service:all sites close at 3 p.m.

New Year’s EveNational Constitution Center: closed

Christ Church Burial Ground: closed

New Year’s DayIndependence Visitor Center

8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Liberty Bell Center: 11 a.m. -4 p.m.

Independence Hall: 11 a.m. -4 p.m.

Betsy Ross House: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Christ Church Burial Ground: closed

Christ Church: closed

☞Language Services Park maps are available in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian and Spanish. There is information in several languages about the Liberty Bell and other park sites. See a Ranger or ask at the Visitor Center if you have a specific request.

☞Accessibility 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, rangers describe exhibits elsewhere. All films are open captioned, with audio description and assisted listening.

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S E R V I C E STo 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).

Historic SitesArch Street Friends

Meeting House E3 320 Arch Street - (215) 627-2667 Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sugg. Don. $2 �The Athenaeum

Of Philadelphia C7 219 South 6th Street - (215) 925-2688 Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREEBetsy Ross House F3 239 Arch Street - (215) 686-1252Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Closed Mondays in Dec. Adults $4; Ch./Sr./Stud./Mil.$3; Audio Guide: Ad. $6; Ch./Sr/Stud./Mil. $5Bishop White House E6 309 Walnut StreetOpen daily.Tour size is limited, pick up free tickets at the Independence Visitor Center.Carpenters’ Hall E5

320 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-0167 Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE Christ Church

Burial Ground D3

5th & Arch Streets - (215) 922-1695Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 12-4 p.m.; $2 Ad. or $5 with a guided tour; $1 Stud. or $2 with a Guided Tour; $25 group up to 25 people. City Tavern F6138 South 2nd Street - (215) 413-1443 Opens daily at 11:30 a.m. � Congress Hall C5 6th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676 Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE �Declaration House B4 4 South 7th Street - (800) 537-7676 Wed.-Sun. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Jefferson in Philadelphia: Wed.-Sun. 12 p.m..Edgar Allan Poe

National Historic Site C4 532 North 7th Street - (215) 597-8780 Wed.-Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE �Elfreth’s Alley F2124-126 Elfreth’s Alley - (215) 574-0560 Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m. Museum: Ad. $5; Ch. 6-18 $1; under 6 FREEFederal Reserve Bank

of Philadelphia C26th & Arch Streets - (866) 574-3727 Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. FREE �Franklin Court E4314-322 Market Street - (800) 537-7676 FREE �Printing Office: Daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m.The Printing Office will be closed to the public November 13-18 and December 5-9 U.S. Post Office: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Fragments of Franklin Court: Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Franklin Square C16th & Race StreetsClosed except: 11/25-27 12-5 p.m.; 11/29 5-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. in Dec. & 12/26-31 12-5 p.m.Free Quaker Meeting House C35th & Arch Streets - (215) 629-5801 Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 11/25-27 12-5 p.m.; 11/29 5-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. in Dec. & 12/26-31 12-5 p.m. FREE �Germantown White House C55448 Germantown Ave. - (215) 597-7130Closed

Great Essentials Exhibit C5West Wing of Independence Hall(800) 537-7676 Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE �Historic Philadelphia

Center C56th & Chestnut Streets - (215) 629-4026 Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Independence Hall C5Chestnut Street between 5th & 6th Streets (800) 537-7676Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tickets required 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Please note: security screening closes 15 minutes before the building closes for the evening FREE �Independence

Visitor Center C4Corner of 6th and Market Streets across from the Liberty Bell - (800) 537-7676. Daily 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; 11/25-26 and 12/26-29 open until 7:00 FREE � �

Junior Ranger Induction Ceremony: Sat & Sun 4 p.m. (10 min.)Kosciuszko Nat. Memorial E8301 Pine Street - (215) 597-9618Wed.-Sun. 12-4 p.m. FREE Liberty 360 in the PECO

Theater D56th & Chestnut Streets - (215) 629-4026 Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Ad. $7; Ch./Sr/Stud./Mil. $6; Family Four Pack $20Old City Hall D55th & Chestnut Streets - (800) 537-7676 Daily 11 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE Physick House E8

321 South 4th Street - (215) 925-7866 Thurs.-Sat. 12-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Last tour at 4 p.m. Gen. $5; Stud./Sr. $4Groups over 10 $3 each; Under 6 FREEPortrait Gallery At the

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420 Chestnut Street - (800) 537-7676 Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Orientation tour: Sat & Sun 1 p.m.Moses Williams: Cutter of Profiles (demonstration): Sat & Sun 11:30 a.m. & 2 p.m. (15 min.) Powel House E7244 South 3rd Street - (215) 627-0364 Thurs.-Sat. 12-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Last tour at 4 p.m. Gen. $5; Stud./Sr. $4; Fam. $12; Under 6 FREE �The President’s House Site E8

555 Market StreetDaily 8 a.m.-9 p.m. FREE Todd House E64th & Walnut Streets - (800) 537-7676 Open daily. Tour size is limited, pick up free tickets at the Independence Visitor Center.

MuseumsAmerican Philosophical

Society (APS) Museum D6 104 South 5th Street - (215) 440-3427Thurs., Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. African American Museum

In Philadelphia B3 7th & Arch Streets - (215) 574-0380 Ad. $10; Ch. (4-12 yrs.) $8; Stud. (w/ I.D.) $8; Sr. $8; Free to Members �Chemical Heritage Found. E5315 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-2222 Daily 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; open until 8 p.m. first Fri. of each month. FREE

Fireman’s Hall Museum F2147 North 2nd Street - (215) 923-1438 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. FREE �Independence Seaport

Museum H6211 Columbus Blvd. - (215) 413-8655 Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adm. $12; Sr./Stud. $10; Ch. $7; Under 3 FREE. Sun. 10 a.m.-12 FREE �Liberty Bell Center C4526 Market Street - (800) 537-7676 Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; No tickets required. Please note: security screening closes 5 minutes before the building closes for the evening. FREE �National Constitution

Center D3525 Arch Street - (215) 409-6700 Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m.; 9:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. on Sundays thru 9/4; Ad. $12; Sr. $11; Ch. 4-12 $8; Active Mil. & Ch. under 4 FREE � �National Liberty Museum E5321 Chestnut Street - (215) 925-2800 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 12-6 p.m. Sun. Ad. $7; Sr. $6; Stud. $5; Ch. FREE �National Museum Of

American Jewish History D4101 South Independence Mall East(215) 923-3811 Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Ad. $12; Sr./Active Mil./Stud. $11; Ch. under 12 FREENew Hall Military Museum E5322 Chestnut Street - (800) 537-7676 Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. FREEBarnacles & Bullets (demonstration/children’s program); Sat. & Sun. at 1 p.m. & 4 p.m. (15 min.) Pemberton House Museum

Shop & Bookstore E5316 Chestnut Street - (215) 597-8019Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 15% discount for teachers with ID or proof of teaching FREE Polish American

Cultural Center Museum E6

308 Walnut Street - (215) 922-1700 Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. FREEU.S. Mint D35th & Arch Streets - (215) 408-0114 Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Last visitors admitted at 4 p.m. FREE

Other SitesChrist Church Philadelphia F4 2nd Street above Market Street (215) 922-1695 - Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.; Tours throughout the day. Info available in 20 languages. Sugg. Don.: Ad. $3; Stud. $2 �Congregation Mikveh Israel D4 44 North 4th Street - (215) 922-5446 FREE. mikvehisrael.org for worship schedule. �Gloria Dei “Old Swedes”

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916 South Swanson Street - (215) 389-1513 Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. FREE �Mikveh Israel Cemetery A7823 Spruce Street - (215) 922-5446 FREE Summer Tours 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (Tues.-Fri., & Sun.) Rest of year: By appt. only. Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church C9419 South 6th Street - (215) 925-0616 Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open for Services. Donation suggested. Tours by appt.

Old First Reformed Church E14th & Race Streets - (215) 922-4566Tours by appt. FREE �Old Pine Street Church &

Historic Graveyard D8412 Pine Street - (215) 925-8051Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open for Services; Closed daily 12:30-1:30 p.m.Tours by reservation; open to walk through FREE �Old St. Augustine Church D14th Street at the Ben Franklin Bridge (215) 627-1838 Tours by appt. FREE �Old St. Joseph’s Church &

National Shrine E6321 Willings Alley - (215) 923-1733 Call for hours & tours. FREEOld St. Mary’s Church D7252 South 4th Street - (215) 923-7930 Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Open for Services or by appt. FREESquareBurger C16th & Race Streets11/25-27 12-5 p.m.; 11/29 5-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. in Dec. & 12/26-31 12-5 p.m.St. George’s United

Methodist Church E1235 North 4th Street - (215) 925-7788 Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. Groups by appt. only. FREESt. Peter Episcopal Church E83rd & Pine Streets - (215) 925-5968 Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Sat. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. open until 3 p.m. after services. FREE �

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Gloria Dei(Old Swedes’)

Church

SportsStadiums

Festival Pier

CamdenRiversharks

Jewelers’Row

Shops atThe Gallery

PennsylvaniaConvention

Center

GermantownWhite House

ReadingTerminal Market

U.S. MintFederalReserve

Bank

ChiefTamanend

Statue

Second Bankof the U.S.

LibraryHall

Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution

Thomas Bond House

IndependenceSeaport Museum

Old St. George’s ChurchOld St. Augustine’sChurch

Fireman’s Hall Museum

Free Quaker Meeting House

American Jewish History

Arch StreetMeeting House

New Hall

National Liberty Museum

Pemberton House

Harmony

Chemical Heritage

Lane

Powel House

Physick House

Mother BethelChurch

PennsylvaniaHospital

Thaddeus KosciuszkoNational Memorial

Headhouse/Shambles

St. Peter’sChurch

Old Pine StreetChurch

LibertyBellCenter

The Bourse

Old St. Joseph’s Church

Old St. Mary’s ChurchMikveh Israel

Cemetery

Todd House

Athenaeum

Congress Hall

IndependenceVisitor Center

CityTavern

Welcome Park

Declaration House

Free Libraryof Philadelphia

Philadelphia History Museum

PhiladelphiaExchange

Rose

Signers’Garden

Garden

MagnoliaGarden

AmericanPhilosophicalSociety

BishopWhite House

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Old FirstReformed Church

NationalConstitution

Center

IndependenceHall

WashingtonSquare

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Edgar Allan PoeNational Historic site

532 N. 7th Street(seven blocks north)

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CHINATOWN

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Betsy RossHouse

Franklin Court

Carpenter’sHall

Christ Church BurialGround/BenjaminFranklin’s Grave

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Center

AfricanAmericanMuseum

RACE ST

ARCH ST

CHESTNUT ST

PolishAmerican Center

18th-Century Garden

Old City Hall

ELFRETH’S ALLEY

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Christ Church

OLD CITY

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Independence National Historical Park (INHP)

Places to visit

Parking Currency exchange ATM

Restrooms

WalkwaysKEY

National Museum of

CongregationMikveh Israel

President’s House Site

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