Independence NHP Special Programs
Courtesy of the Augusta County Militia living history group
The Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank Independence National Historical Park Orientation tour - Gather in the main gallery by the statue of George Washington for a tour of some of the notable people depicted in the gallery.
Wednesday - Sunday, 12 noon, 15 minutes, FREE
Moses Williams, Cutter of Profiles - Moses Williams created silhouettes by operating the physiognotrace. Hear how his skill led to his freedom and see a reproduction of the machine.
Saturdays and Sundays, 2 p.m., 15 minutes, FREE
Stories of Struggle slide program - Join a park ranger for a slide program highlighting the stories of the people, places and events surrounding the founding and early years of the United States.
Saturdays and Sundays, 4 p.m., 30 minutes, FREE
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Did You Know?
There are 39 names on the constitution but only 38 signers? John Dickinson of Delaware gave permission to his colleague George Read to sign his name if he wasn't present.