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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. News!
FRANKLIN SQUARE
Franklin Square will close at 5 pm on Thursday, August 17th for a private event.
Art Squared at Franklin Square
Art Squared music and drama culture camps make their debut at Franklin Square in September and October 2017. Two separate four-week series will match teaching artists with the imagination of students in grades 1-6 to participate in the creative process of musical and dramatic performances. Art Squared is a free program generously funded by the Knight Foundation and produced by Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
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Saturday Night at the Movies Featuring Finding Dory
Saturday, August 19, 7 pm - 11 pm (movie begins at 8:30 pm)
Enjoy a FREE screening Finding Dory on the Great Lawn! Movie admission is FREE. Tickets required for Philly Mini Golf and the Parx Liberty Carousel.
BETSY ROSS HOUSE
Little Rebel Cider and Wine Garden
Thursdays, August 24, September 7, September 21, & October 5
6 - 10 pm, FREE
The event features locally brewed ciders from the Delaware-based Rebel Seed Cider and wine from Harvest Ridge Winery for $5, and delicious treats from popular local food trucks. Live music and entertainment will be on-hand as well.
Admission to the Cider and Wine Garden in the Betsy Ross House Courtyard is free. Drinks and snacks are pay-as-you-go. The Betsy Ross House Gift Shop will be open for shopping.
ONCE UPON A NATION
Independence After Hours
August 18 - October 21, Fridays & Saturdays, 5:30 pm
Departs from the Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S. 3rd St.
This exclusive evening tour back to 1776 has returned! Enjoy a delicious three-course meal at the historic City Tavern, followed by a visit to Independence Hall to witness our Founding Fathers in deep discussion over the creation of the Declaration of Independence!
HISTORIC PHILADELPHIA GAZETTE
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Ways to Give
To designate your United Way workplace program gifts to Historic Philadelphia, Inc., please use our Donor Choice Number: 14106. Contributions made through the United Way support our education outreach program.
Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package
The Visit Philly Overnight Hotel Package includes a one- or two- night hotel stay in one of the dozens of participating hotels, FREE hotel parking (up to a $100 value) and a free welcome gift from VISIT PHILADELPHIA®