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• Independence National Historical Park

  For Kids: Barnacles and Bullets

  • Time: 1:00 PM to 1:15 PM,4:00 PM to 4:15 PM
  • Location: New Hall Military Museum, Chestnut Street between 3rd and 4th Streets, Philadelphia, PA, United States
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Everyday from 07/05/2018 to 09/03/2018

  George Washington wants you! Come learn about life as a soldier.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  For Kids: Junior Ranger Induction Ceremony

  • Time: 4:00 PM to 4:15 PM
  • Location: Ranger desk in Independence Visitor Center, 6th and Market Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Everyday from 06/30/2018 to 09/03/2018

  Get "sworn in" as Junior Rangers after completing a booklet.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  For Kids: Military Muster

  • Time: 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM,3:00 PM to 3:30 PM
  • Location: Signers Garden, corner of 5th and Chestnut Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Learn marching and musket etiquette in this fun and spirited muster for kids.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Gallery Tour: Alexander Hamilton

  • Time: 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Location: Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S., Chestnut Street between 4th and 5th Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Everyday from 06/30/2018 to 09/03/2018

  While not from Philadelphia, Alexander Hamilton made is mark on American history while working here.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Gallery Tour: Bank Orientation Tour

  • Time: 11:30 AM to 11:45 AM,1:30 PM to 1:45 PM,3:30 PM to 3:45 PM
  • Location: Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S., Chestnut Street between 4th and 5th Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Everyday from 07/05/2018 to 09/03/2018

  Learn about notable people in the gallery.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Gallery Tour: Thomas Jefferson

  • Time: 12:30 PM to 1:00 PM
  • Location: Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S., Chestnut Street between 4th and 5th Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Everyday from 06/30/2018 to 09/03/2018

  View portraits of Jefferson, his friends, and some of his foes.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Living History: Reading of the Declaration

  • Time: 3:45 PM to 4:00 PM
  • Location: Barry Statue on Independence Square, between 5th and 6th Streets and Chestnut and Walnut Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Come join the Once Upon a Nation History Makers as they read from select passages of the Declaration of Independence.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Special Exhibit: Speaking Out for Equality

  • Time: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Location: Liberty Bell Center, corner of 6th and Market Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Everyday from 06/08/2018 to 09/03/2018

  Explore the symbolic connection between the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the LGBT movement in this exhibit.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Storytelling: Once Upon a Nation

  • Time: 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Location: At storytelling benches in various locations in and around Independence Park
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Stop by all 13 Once Upon a Nation storytelling benches to hear captivating tales from Philadelphia's past.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Walking Tour: Dr. Franklin's Philadelphia

  • Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Location: Benjamin Franklin Museum entrance, access from Market or Chestnut Street between 3rd and 4th Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Everyday from 06/30/2018 to 08/16/2018

  Get to know the real Ben Franklin as you explore the streets and sites of his beloved city.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Walking Tour: In the Paths of the Founding Fathers

  • Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Location: Signers Garden, 5th Street and Chestnut Street
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Everyday from 07/05/2018 to 09/03/2018

  Join a park ranger for an orientation tour of Independence National Historical Park.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Walking Tour: Twilight Tour

  • Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
  • Location: Meet at ranger desk in Independence Visitor Center, 6th and Market Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 3, 2018

  Everyday from 07/04/2018 to 09/03/2018

  Enjoy an introduction to Independence National Historical Park.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Slide Program: The Road to Suffrage

  • Time: 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM
  • Location: Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S., Chestnut Street between 4th and 5th Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 17, 2018

  Everyday from 08/17/2018 to 08/20/2018

  Hear about some of the many women whose contributions helped further the cause of equality.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Walking Tour: The Women's American Revolution

  • Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Location: Signers Garden, 5th Street and Chestnut Street
  • Fees: FREE

  Friday, August 17, 2018

  Everyday from 08/17/2018 to 08/20/2018

  Follow in the footsteps of the women who used Independence Square to fight their own revolution.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Ranger Program: Philadelphia Women and the Fight for the Vote

  • Time: 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Location: Benjamin Franklin Museum, enter from Chestnut Street or Market Street between 3rd and 4th Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Saturday, August 18, 2018

  Everyday from 08/18/2018 to 08/19/2018

  Listen as two Philadelphia women discuss issues they faced during the early part of the 20th century.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Walking Tour: Dr. Franklin's Philadelphia

  • Time: 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Location: Meet at the entrance to the Benjamin Franklin Museum, Franklin Court, enter at Market or Chestnut Streets, between 3rd and 4th Streets
  • Fees: FREE

  Tuesday, August 21, 2018

  Everyday from 08/21/2018 to 09/03/2018

  Get to know this multifaceted founding father in a one hour walking tour through Franklin's Philadelphia.

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• Independence National Historical Park

  Founders Day

  • Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Location: Throughout the park
  • Fees: FREE

  Saturday, August 25, 2018

  Celebrate the National Park Service's 102nd birthday.

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