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JANUARYJANUARY 4Christ Church Burial Ground, 11-11:30 a.m.: Benjamin Rush Birthday Celebration – Event to commemorate the 267th anniversary of the birth of Dr. Benjamin Rush, one of 18th-century America’s most prominent physicians and patriots. A remem- brance and prayer service will be held at his grave. Free. (215) 922-1695; www.christchurchphila.org

JANUARY 14Historic Philadelphia Center, 2-5 p.m. (continues 1/15 & 1/16): Celebrating Dr. King Family activities celebrate the life & legacy of the Civil Rights leader.Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 2-3 p.m. (also 1/21): Franklin & Poe Birthday Celebration Philadelphia was a printing and publishing center in the 18th & 19th centuries thanks to the contributions of two unique men born a century apart: Benjamin Franklin and Edgar Allan Poe. This slide program celebrates their January birthdays and their contributions to American culture. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

Independence Visitor Center, check at NPS desk for times (also 1/15 & 1/17): Benjamin Franklin Film Festival – Enjoy three 30-minute films about Benjamin Franklin: Disney’s Ben & Me, The Disco- very Channel’s The Real Ben Franklin and the original Franklin Court film, Portrait of a Family. See one or see them all!Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 1 p.m.& 3 p.m. (also 1/15): The Legacy of Benjamin Franklin – Despite his 305 years, Benjamin Franklin remains ageless in many portraits. Join a Park Ranger for a tour of the Portrait Gallery. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

JANUARY 16National Constitution Center, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service – A day of musical and dramatic performances and special craft activities. Participate in a quilting and sewing service project for the Women Against Abuse shelter. At 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the F.M. Kirby Auditorium, visitors can take part in a sing-along concert with award-winning, interactive musical group “Two of a Kind.” Local college students and actors will read the famous “I Have a Dream” speech at 12 p.m. Children can make special crafts, including a “Hands across the World” chain and “I Have a Dream” mobiles. The International Opera Theater, in partnership with ValueDiversity.org, will perform at 3 p.m. in the F.M. Kirby Auditorium. Volunteers can register in advance at www.mlkdayofservice.org/ to participate in service projects at the Center. Free with admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

JANUARY 17Independence Visitor Center, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.: Armonica Demonstrations – Enjoy the sounds of this musical instrument invented by Franklin and described by his wife as sounding like the “voices of angels.” Demonstrations will be presented all day long. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

JANUARY 19Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, 4:30-5:30 p.m.: Candlelight Tour – Celebrate Poe’s 203rd birthday with a special candlelight tour of his house, focusing on the famous stories he wrote here in Philadelphia. Free; reservations required. (215) 597-8780

Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Edgar Allan Poe Film Festival In celebration of the author’s 203rd birthday, see how Hollywood interpreted some of his most famous stories.Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 7-8 p.m.: Early American Bookstores – James Green, Curator of The Library Company’s Benjamin Franklin exhibit, will look at what Franklin’s bookshop can teach us about the plight of bookstores today. $7 Friends’ members, $12 non-members. (215) 861-4971, friendsofindependence.org.

JANUARY 20American Philosophical Society & Christ Church Burial Ground, 11-11:45 a.m.: Benjamin Franklin Birthday Celebration This procession and wreath laying culminates in tributes at the grave of Benjamin Franklin. Free. (215) 922-1695, christchurchphila.org

FEBRUARYFEBRUARY 3Historic Philadelphia Center, 2-5 p.m. (continues 2/4 & 2/5): Black History Month Kick-Off – Meet important figures from history, like civil rights pioneer Octavius Catto, and hear riveting stories about the African American experience from

Once Upon A Nation Storytellers as Black History Month gets underway. Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

FEBRUARY 4 & 5Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 2 p.m.: Happy Birthday Thaddeus Kosciuszko – Celebrate the Polish general’s birthday with a special tour featuring him and other notable foreign generals who helped America win independence. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

FEBRUARY 9City Tavern, 6:30 -7:30 p.m.: A Cooking Presentation with City Tavern – Chef Walter Staib will provide a presentation of 18th-century cooking. $20 Friends’ members,$30 nonmembers. (215) 861-4971, Friendsofindependence.org

FEBRUARY 11Historic Philadelphia Center, daylong (continues 2/12 & 2/14): Valentine’s Celebration Bring your sweetheart to Historic Philadelphia for a uniquely patriotic date! (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org for details

FEBRUARY 17National Constitution Center, regular museum hours thru 9/3: From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life & Music of Bruce Springsteen – Celebrate the right to free expression at an exhibition that rocks! Explore Springsteen’s career in the first major exhibition about the American songwriter. Created by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, this must-see exhibition makes its East Coast debut, offering an in-depth and personal look at the musician and the man. View more than 150 artifacts, including the Fender Esquire guitar from the cover of Born to Run, the outfit he wore on the cover of Born in the U.S.A., numerous handwritten lyric manuscripts, posters from all phases of his career, and various honors including his Academy Award for the song Streets of Philadelphia. In addition, the exhibition features Springsteen’s 1960 Chevrolet Corvette, which he purchased after the success of Born to Run. Admission is $24.50 for adults; $23 seniors & students; $12 children 4-12. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

FEBRUARY 17-19National Constitution Center, regular museumhours: From Asbury Park to the Promised LandOpening Weekend – Celebrate the grand openingof this new exhibit with activities & programscelebrating the American spirit.Free with exhibit admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

FEBRUARY 18Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 2 p.m. (also 2/19): The Many Faces of George Washington Celebrate Presidents’ Day weekend and Washington’s birthday with this special tour of the many portraits of Washington. Also featured, will be portraits of Martha Washington and many of Washingon’s comrades, including generals, diplomats and congressmen. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

FEBRUARY 18-20The Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.: Presidents’ Day Celebration – Historic chocolate making and special Monday hours to celebrate the holiday weekend. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

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H I S T O R I C A L H A P P E N I N G S

HOLIDAY HOURSHISTORIC SITES OPEN

New Year’s Day January 1, 2012Independence Visitor Center 8:30 a.m.-6 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.

Historic Philadelphia Center 11 a.m.-5 p.m.Franklin Square 12-5 p.m.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. BirthdayJanuary 16, 2012

Betsy Ross House 10 a.m.-5 p.m.Historic Philadelphia Center 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Independence Visitor Center 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.Liberty Bell Center 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

National Constitution Center 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.Independence Hall 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

President’s Day February 20, 2012 Betsy Ross House 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Historic Philadelphia Center 10 a.m.-6 p.m.Independence Visitor Center 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Liberty Bell Center 9 a.m.-5 p.m.National Constitution Center 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

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FEBRUARY 18-20Historic Philadelphia Center, 2-5 p.m.: Presidents’ Day Celebration – Once Upon A Nation Storytellers will bring history to life with exciting, interactive stories. Free. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

National Constitution Center, regular museum hours: Presidents’ Day Celebration – During the holiday weekend, visitors will learn about the role of the president and what it takes to be Commander-in-Chief. Guests will learn about the history of the executive branch as they play the “Hail to the Chief” quiz game. At craft activity tables, children can create campaign buttons, design their own presidential seals, and more. Guests also are invited to join in a special President’s Tour of the Center’s core exhibition, The Story of We the People. Presidential re-enactors will mingle with guests, pose for photos, sign autographs, and discuss their lives and presidencies. Free with admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

ONGOINGBetsy Ross House, 10 a.m-3 p.m.Tues.-Sun.: Meet Betsy Ross – Hear from America’s most famous flagmaker about her exciting life and fascinating times. Free with admission. (215) 686-1252, betsyrosshouse.org

Betsy Ross House, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tue.- Sun.: Betsy Ross House Walk of Fame – Many notables have visited the House over the years. As you tour the site, spot the 13 “stars” and learn about their experience at the home of America’s Most Famous Flagmaker. Free with admission. (215) 686-1252, betsyrosshouse.orgCity 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

Christ Church, regular site hours: The Patriot Church – Visit the church attended

by many of the Founding Fathers including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Absalom Jones. The 20-minute tour features the religious, architectural, and political significance of one of the enduring institutions of Philadelphia. Suggested donation $3 Ad.; $2 Stud. (215) 922-1695, www.christchurchphila.org

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 or search “Philadelphia History” in the iTunes store or Android marketplace from your mobile device.

Historic Philadelphia Center, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat.; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun.: Liberty 360 in the PECO Theater – Experience this 12-minute 3D spectacular that immerses viewers in symbols of freedom. Dr. Benjamin Franklin hosts the one-of-a-kind experience. Tickets: $6 Ad.; $5 Chi./Sr/Stud./Mil.; Family four pack is $20. (215) 629-4026, historicphiladelphia.org

National Constitution Center, regular museum hours thru 1/8: Spies, Traitors & Saboteurs: Fear and Freedom in America Exhibit examines the challenges of securing the nation without compromising civil liberties. Through artifacts, multimedia elements, and interactive exhibits, visitors will uncover stories of espionage, treason, and deception from 1776 to today. $15 Ad; $14 Sr./Stud.; $11 ages 4-12; FREE active military, 3 & under. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org.

National Constitution Center, regular museum hours thru 1/16: Fighting for Democracy: Who is the “We” in “We the People”? – Unique offering unites a must-see,

multimedia exhibition from the Japanese American National Museum with an original theatrical production created by the Center. The groundbreaking exhibit-theater hybrid illuminates the real-life experiences of a diverse group of seven Americans who bravely fought for equality, freedom and justice overseas and at home during the World War II era. Their compelling stories connect powerfully to current debates about immigration, citizenship and civil rights in America. Free with admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

National Constitution Center, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily 2/1-2/29: Black History Month Programming – During daily interactive programs, guests can learn about the lives of our nation’s greatest African American leaders, the history behind the Emancipation Procla- mation, and more. Explore the Center’s core exhibition, The Story of We the People, which highlights important moments in black history. Guests can participate in an interactive program that will explore the history of African Americans in the U.S. Military, from the slaves who fought for their personal freedom during the American Revolution, to the “Buffalo Soldiers” of the late 19th century, and World War II’s Tuskegee Airmen. Free with admission. (215) 409-6700, constitutioncenter.org

Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 1-1:30 p.m. Saturdays in February: The Underground Railroad in Philadelphia During the 18th & 19th centuries, Philadelphia was an important stop on the Underground Railroad. Learn more about the people and places connected to this important era in history during this slide program. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank, 1-1:30 p.m. Sundays in February: The President’s House – Learn more about the house that stood at the corner of 6th and Market Streets and the various individuals, both free and enslaved, that lived there. Free. (800) 537-7676, nps.gov/inde

H I S T O R I C A L H A P P E N I N G SCome in from the cold for

the best show in town!

Warm up and be wowed this winter! Now showing in the PECO Theater in the Historic Philadelphia Center is Liberty 360, the first 360-degree, 3D experience ever developed. Don’t miss the chance to see this incredible new 12-minute show that immerses viewers in symbols of freedom. Step inside the specially- designed theater, and Benjamin Franklin appears in a ground- breaking 360-degree, 3D show, unlike anything that has been seen before. Dr. Franklin escorts the audience on a journey of discovery and exploration of America’s most beloved symbols.

This is a one-of-a-kind experience the whole family will love!

Liberty 360 runs 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. Tickets are $6 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under, seniors and active military members. A family four pack is offered for $20. For tickets & information, call (215) 629-4026 or visit historicphiladelphia.org.

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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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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. FREE

Betsy Ross House F3 239 Arch Street - (215) 686-1252Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tue.-Sun.; Closed 1/23-1/30 for maintenance Ad. $4; Ch./Sr./Stud./Mil.$3; Audio Guide: Ad. $6; Ch./Sr/Stud./Mil. $5

Bishop White House E6 309 Walnut StreetOpen Wed.-Sun.; Sign up at the Independence Visitor Center desk for tour

Carpenters’ Hall E5

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

Christ Church

Burial Ground D3

5th & Arch Streets - (215) 922-1695Closed

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 Closed

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 FREE

Federal 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: Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

U.S. Post Office: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Fragments of Franklin Court: Closed

Franklin Square C16th & Race StreetsClosed

Free Quaker Meeting House C35th & Arch Streets - (215) 629-5801Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 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 360 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) 537-7676Daily 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.-6 p.m. 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.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Ad. $7; Ch./Sr/Stud./Mil. $6; Family Four Pack $20

Old 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

Second Bank D5

420 Chestnut Street - (800) 537-7676 Wed.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.,

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 Wed.-Sun.; Sign up at the Independence Visitor Center desk for tour.

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.; (open 9 a.m. 2/19); Sat. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m.; Ad. $14.50; Sr. $14; Ch. 3-12 $8; Active Mil. & Ch. under 3 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./Stud. $11; Active Mil. with ID/Ch. under 12 FREE

New Hall Military Museum E5322 Chestnut Street - (800) 537-7676 Closed

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. FREE

U.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 - 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed.-Sat.; 1-5 p.m. Sun.; 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”

Church

916 South Swanson Street - (215) 389-1513 Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.;Closed Mon. 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. FREE

Old 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. FREE

SquareBurger C16th & Race StreetsClosed

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. FREE

St. 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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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

PhiladelphiaHistoryMuseum

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)

WALNUT ST

SOUTH STREET

CHINATOWN

SOCIETY HILL

PENN’SLANDING

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Betsy RossHouse

Franklin Court

Carpenter’sHall

Christ Church BurialGround/BenjaminFranklin’s Grave

HistoricPhiladelphia

Center

AfricanAmericanMuseum

RACE ST

ARCH ST

CHESTNUT ST

PolishAmerican Center

18th-Century Garden

Old City Hall

ELFRETH’S ALLEY

CUTHBERT ST

Christ Church

OLD CITY

MARKET ST

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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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