Adult Trip Planner
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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.
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GROUP SALES
Group Rate: Starting at $300
Group Minimum: None
PRICE & INFORMATION
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
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
PHONE / (215) 629-5801 ext. 209
EMAIL / [email protected]
www.historicphiladelphia.org
Independence After Hours
Take a journey back in time and walk the cobblestone streets of Philadelphia
on the eve of July 4, 1776. 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
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.
PRICE & INFORMATION
Tavern Country Salad
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
CONTACT
GROUP SALES
PHONE / (215) 629-5801 ext. 209
EMAIL / [email protected]
www.historicphiladelphia.org
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.
• 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.
CONTACT
GROUP SALES
PRICE & INFORMATION
Three Seasonal Varieties
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
PHONE / (215) 629-5801 ext. 209
EMAIL / [email protected]
www.historicphiladelphia.org
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.
Ben Franklin
Harriet Tubman
John Adams
George Washington
Martha Washington
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 1778-79, 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.
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GROUP SALES
Abraham Lincoln
William Penn
Group Rate: $16 per person
Group Minimum: 20 People
PRICE & INFORMATION
Choose From:
Thomas Jefferson
Betsy Ross
Duration: 1 Hour
Program is available
in the evenings.
Complete Your Itinerary
with the Following Options:
• Independence After Hours
• Betsy Ross House
PHONE / (215) 629-5801 ext. 209
EMAIL / [email protected]
www.historicphiladelphia.org
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!
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
Group Rate:
$2 per person
for General Admission,
$4 per person
for the Audio Tour featuring
the voice of Betsy Ross,
Group Minimum: 20
PHOTO CREDITS: K. Ciappa, J. Holder, M. Kennedy, R. Kennedy, E. Savaria, A. Sinagoga
CONTACT
GROUP SALES
PHONE / (215) 629-5801 ext. 209
EMAIL / [email protected]
www.historicphiladelphia.org