Adult Trip Planner historicphiladelphia.org

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1 Adult Trip Planner historicphiladelphia.org

2 The Once Upon A Nation History Walk Your personal History Maker will transport you back in time on a walk through America s most historic square mile. Our thoroughly researched and historically accurate History Makers portray real people from America s past. Your group will discover American history through the eyes of the men and women who lived it. Basic, one-hour tour includes speaking points at important sites like: Independence Hall Library Hall Signer s Garden Second Bank of the United States Carpenters Hall First Bank of the United States City Tavern OR Elfreth s Alley Betsy Ross House Christ Church Christ Church Burial Ground Arch Street Meeting House Franklin Court Group Rate: Starting at $300 Group Minimum: None Duration: 1 to 2 hour itineraries available Complete Your Itinerary with the Following Options: Betsy Ross House Philly Mini Golf and Parx Liberty Carousel at Franklin Square

3 Independence After Hours Take a journey back in time and walk the cobblestone streets of Philadelphia on the eve of July 4, Encounter townspeople and enjoy a traditional Colonial dinner at City Tavern. Finally, your group will enjoy an exclusive opportunity to eavesdrop on the goings-on at the Pennsylvania State House (Independence Hall) as the Founding Fathers put the finishing touches on a revolutionary document. City Tavern Prix Fixe Menu Tavern Country Salad Entrée Choices: Turkey Pot Pie Tender chunks of turkey, mushrooms, early peas, red potatoes, sherry cream sauce & flaky pastry crust baked in a pewter casserole. Beef Pie Twice cooked beef, simmered with mushrooms & herbs, red wine sauce, baked in puff pastry. Paillard of Salmon Citrus marinated, pan-seared, mashed potatoes, sauce béarnaise & vegetable of the season. Group Rate: $75 per person Group Minimum: 20 Min / 48 Max Duration: 2.5 Hours Departs from the: City Tavern 2nd & Walnut Streets Contact Group Sales for availability Chef s Choice Dessert

4 Tippler s Tour: Colonial Pub Crawl Join our Colonial Tippler as he escorts you on an entertaining pub-crawl through Colonial and modern-day watering holes. Enjoy traditional drinks and a sip of history as your guide shares songs and toasts of the taverns of old. Tour visits four taverns and includes food and beverages at each location. Three Seasonal Varieties BEN S KITES & FLIGHTS: Ben Franklin has gone missing! Join the hunt for Dr. Franklin and raise a toast with Poor Richard himself on this tour of three modern day watering holes and a Colonial tavern. GHOSTS & TOASTS: Enjoy macabre tales and seasonal ales on this haunted, but true, tour through Old City, including a stop at the Christ Church Burial Ground. Cheers to the spirits of 76! YULETIDE CHEERS & BEERS: It s the most wonderful time for a beer! It is 1777 and the British are occupying Philadelphia will there be holiday celebrations during the tumultuous time? Step with us into the holiday season in charming Old City, whilst enjoying winter brews and festive libations. Group Rate: Starting at $34 per person Group Minimum/Maximum: 20 Min / 50 Max Duration: 2.5 Hours Departs from the: Independence Visitor Center 6th & Market Streets

5 Founding Fathers & Mothers Meet the men & women who forged a nation! This engaging presentation will give you an exclusive look into the minds of some of the great men and women who fought for freedom and liberty for all. Learn about their personal and political lives from their own lips. Questions and interactions are encouraged. Choose From: Thomas Jefferson Betsy Ross Ben Franklin Harriet Tubman John Adams George Washington Martha Washington Abraham Lincoln William Penn Did You Know... Benjamin Franklin loved taking Air Baths to refresh his mind, body and spirit. Taking an Air Bath like Ben s is simple. Just stand in front of a window, open it, take off all your clothes -- and enjoy! John Adams and Thomas Jefferson both died on July 4, 1826, the 50th anniversary of the approval of the Declaration of Independence, the document each of them held dear. Betsy Ross garnered the nickname The Little Rebel for more than just the treasonous act of flag making. During the winter of , Betsy was paid by the Continental Congress for making musket cartridges in her home! George Washington s dentures were not made of wood. They were made of natural teeth set into a framework of hippopotamus ivory. Some historians believe that the denture teeth were human, others believe they were crafted from walrus or elephant ivory. Group Rate: $16 per person Group Minimum: 20 People Duration: 1 Hour Program is available in the evenings. Complete Your Itinerary with the Following Options: Independence After Hours Betsy Ross House

6 BETSY ROSS HOUSE This isn t the same Betsy Ross House you remember! No trip to Historic Philadelphia would be complete without a visit to the home of America s most famous flagmaker. Meet Betsy in person in her upholstery shop and learn about her fascinating life and career. You ll learn about Betsy s undercover activities, her family life, and of coursethe iconic flag sewing story. Extended hours available to groups of 20 or more! Group Rate: $2 per person for General Admission, $4 per person for the Audio Tour featuring the voice of Betsy Ross, Group Minimum: 20 FRANKLIN SQUARE One of the city s five original squares, awardwinning Franklin Square is an outdoor amusement oasis located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia. Groups can enjoy a round of mini golf and a spin on our beautiful Philadelphia Parx Liberty Carousel. Group Rates: Mini-Golf: $8.50 per adult $6.50 per student Carousel: $2.50 per ticket Group Minimum: 20 PHOTO CREDITS: K. Ciappa, J. Holder, M. Kennedy, R. Kennedy, E. Savaria, A. Sinagoga