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#14 Boathouse Row / 150 Years...Then and Now

Presented by Philadelphia Girls' Rowing Club

June 2, 2012

The oldest building on Boathouse Row will celebrate its 150th anniversary, and special guests include the entire crew from the 1967 “Vichy Eight," which was the first US women’s crew to compete internationally, in the European Women’s Rowing Championships, the top competition at that time! The commemorative event, aptly named 150 years . . . then and now, will be held at #14 Boathouse Row ...More

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	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Visit the Rosenbach Museum & Library Presented by Rosenbach Museum and Library at Rosenbach Museum and Library July 1, 2011-July 1, 2012 Every day there is plenty to do at the Rosenbach Museum & Library! You can take a house tour, visit special exhibitions and browse in the museum shop. Tours are offered on the ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours Presented by Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours July 26, 2011-July 31, 2012 Philadelphia Sightseeing Tours offers the finest double decker bus and trolley tours in the city. Hop on board with professionally trained guides and experience the best the city ...More
	Tell-a-friend Kids' Kitchen Presented by Betsy Ross House at Betsy Ross House August 10, 2010-August 31, 2012 How did Betsy Ross and her colonial counterparts cook without all the modern conveniences we take for granted? Find out in this new interactive exhibit sponsored by City Tavern. ...More
	Tell-a-friend Buy tickets Grim Philly Twilight Tours Presented by Grim Philly Twilight Tours at Independence Visitor Center April 7-November 25, 2012 Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): Voted best city tour, Grim Philly’s a dark mix of vampires, sex, ghosts, serial killers, and more; gritty and adult-oriented, researched and developed by Rider University ...More
	Tell-a-friend John Brown's Legacy Cell Phone Tour Presented by Civil War History Consortium at Various Locations June 11, 2010 - Ongoing John Brown had deep and rich connections to Philadelphia's anti-slavery community. Explore these connections with the stops on this cell phone tour. To access the tour, dial ...More
	Tell-a-friend Daytime Historic Site Tours Presented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site April 6, 2009 - Ongoing Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cellblocks and empty ...More
	Tell-a-friend Kimmel Center Building and Theater Tours Presented by Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts May 26, 2009 - Ongoing Avg. Event Rating (4.8 Stars): During this tour you will find out the history of the Kimmel Center, learn architectural and construction highlights, as well as visit the Commonwealth Plaza, Perelman Theater, ...More

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Media Farmers Market Every Thursday Media Farmers Market Every Thursday Presented by Media Farmers Market May 13, 2010 - Ongoing The Media Farmers Market brings together local farmers, area residents and Media businesses to enhance our community, both socially and economically. Through weekly markets featuring fresh food producers and borough shops and restaurants, Media Farmers Market generates appreciation for seasonal agriculture and encourages the support of neighborhood businesses, regional growers, and fair trade establishments. There are no membership fees. Time: Thursdays, 3-7pm, May 13 through November...	Media Farmers Market	05/13/10- Ongoing	media
Uncle Sam's Trail to Independence Uncle Sam's Trail to Independence Presented by Uncle Sam's Philadelphia Tours August 9, 2010 - Ongoing Our walking tour of historic Philadelphia follows the very same roadways where many fought for independence. Experience numerous sites and stories that were a special part of Philadelphia as Washington, Jefferson, Hancock, Adams, Franklin, Lee and so many others worked a course to the birth of a new nation.	Uncle Sam's Philadelphia Tours	08/09/10- Ongoing	Philadelphia
Flavors of Philly Tour Avg. Event Rating(1.5 Stars): Flavors of Philly Tour Presented by City Food Tours at Various Locations January 29, 2010 - Ongoing Avg. Event Rating (1.5 Stars): Discover Philly's most popular food favorites while getting a taste of the city's rich history and culture! Eat like a local on this fun, casual, Philadelphia themed tour that all of 'youz' are sure to enjoy! This delicious and entertaining tour takes place in the heart of Philadelphia and includes 5 stops. Make room: this is not only a tasting adventure, but a meal that includes classic Philly eats like cheesesteaks and cheese whiz fries, tomato pie, soft pretzels,...	City Food Tours	01/29/10- Ongoing
Lincoln 200 Festival Sampler Cell Phone Tour Lincoln 200 Festival Sampler Cell Phone Tour Presented by Civil War History Consortium at Various Locations June 11, 2010 - Ongoing Twelve tour stops tell the stories of sites near the Independence Mall location of the July 2009 festival, as well as the stories of libraries, museums and historic sites who helped to interpret Lincoln's life and Civil War Philadelphia. To access the tour, dial 215-399-9898 and enter the number for the stop. There is no extra charge for calling the tour number, although you will be charged for your cell phone minutes.	Civil War History Consortium	06/11/10- Ongoing
First Friday Art Walk in Lebanon First Friday Art Walk in Lebanon Presented by Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts at Lebanon Art Center May 6, 2011 - Ongoing Lebanon's First Friday Art Walk is a monthly cultural banquet featuring all kinds of art and craft with musical and theatrical trimmings. The City's Galleries, Bars, Clubs, Stores, Restaurants and Churches have come together to offer wall and performance space to the local Art community. The vibrant result is that, from month to month visitors can have anything from Celtic Singing Sessions through Pennsylvania Dutch Art to Zombie walks. The Art Walk is inexpensive, all-ages entertainment in...	Lebanon Valley Council on the Arts	05/06/11- Ongoing	Lebanon
Drum Circle Drum Circle Presented by Seven Stones at Seven Stones August 7, 2009 - Ongoing Seven Stones gallery and storefront hosts a spirited drum circle on the first Friday of every month.	Seven Stones	08/07/09- Ongoing	Media
Media 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll Media 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll Presented by Media Arts Council and Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union at Media Borough August 14, 2010 - Ongoing Join the Media Arts Council (M.A.C.) at the monthly 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll in downtown Media, PA. This family-friendly event feature activities and events designed specifically to engage and excite artists from ages 2 to 200! Enjoy live music, take in visiting artist exhibitions peppered throughout Media's many quaint shops, get inspired with seasonal projects and check out the monthly "special arts event" hosted by MAC. (You never know what they have planned... could be...	Media Arts Council	08/14/10- Ongoing	Media
Art and Architecture Tours Art and Architecture Tours Presented by Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts May 23, 2009 - Ongoing Come for an in-depth look at the Kimmel Center's architecture. This walk along the Avenue of the Arts allows you to view the Center in the context of the cityscape. Tour artworks on display throughout the Kimmel Center, including the Moore Galleries and the recently installed Percent for Art collection. This tour is approximately 90 minutes in duration. Call ahead to schedule your tour.	Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts	05/23/09- Ongoing	Philadelphia
Tree Adventure Avg. Event Rating(5.0 Stars): Tree Adventure Presented by Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania July 4, 2009 - Ongoing Avg. Event Rating (5.0 Stars): Tree Adventure explores the relationship between plants and people with its central theme: we need trees, and trees need us. The iconic centerpiece of the exhibit is Out on a Limb, a dramatic new 450-foot long walkway that will soar 50 feet above the forest. Armed with a Passport to Adventure, visitors can also travel the expanse of the Arboretum’s 92-acre garden to learn the critical role trees play in our environment while having fun engaging with trees. The exhibit will be a fully...	Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania	07/04/09- Ongoing	Philadelphia
Philly Mini Golf Philly Mini Golf Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square September 23, 2009 - Ongoing The 18-hole Philadelphia-themed course allows guests to putt through favorite icons including Elfreth's Alley, Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Philadelphia Museum of Art, LOVE statue, Chinatown Friendship Gate, and on the 18th hole, putt through the crack in the Liberty Bell and land in front of Independence Hall. Plus, holes celebrating Philadelphia Sports teams and Philadelphia Music legends.	Historic Philadelphia, Inc.	09/23/09- Ongoing	Philadelphia
Independence National Historical Park Cell Phone Tour Independence National Historical Park Cell Phone Tour Presented by Independence National Historical Park at Independence National Historical Park June 11, 2010 - Ongoing Independence National Historical Park is pleased to announce a new cell phone program. By dialing 267-519-4295 visitors are able to listen 24/7 to the stories the buildings tell. Park Rangers briefly explain the history behind the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Washington Square and the other park buildings. Designed to be user friendly and flexible, visitors may access the stops in any order or go in sequence for a tour of the park. Small signs are posted around the park with the numbers...	Independence National Historical Park	06/11/10- Ongoing	Philadelphia
Laurel Hill Cemetery North Cell Phone Tour Laurel Hill Cemetery North Cell Phone Tour Presented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery June 11, 2010 - Ongoing Visitors to Laurel Hill can now bring their cell phones and tune into an audio tour that highlights the oldest section of the Cemetery. The only cost associated with this tour is the minutes for your specific cell phone plan. An introductory exhibit, kiosk with maps, directions for dialing in, and the first stop are all located at the main entrance. You are invited to visit as many stops in whatever order you please to hear some of the stories of those now resting peacefully at the...	Laurel Hill Cemetery	06/11/10- Ongoing	Philadelphia
Pay-What-You-Wish Sundays at Philadelphia Museum of Art Pay-What-You-Wish Sundays at Philadelphia Museum of Art Presented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art - Eakins Oval August 26, 2010 - Ongoing The first Sunday of each month, admission is Pay-What-You-Wish at the Philadelphia Museum of Art!	Philadelphia Museum of Art	08/26/10- Ongoing	Philadelphia
Hands-On History Hands-On History Presented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site May 23, 2011 - Ongoing New for 2011, Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site literally hands visitors the keys to the cellblocks with new Hands-On History interactive experiences. These short demonstrations take place throughout the penitentiary complex, each lasting five minutes or less. An expert Eastern State tour guide leads each activity, although visitors do the bulk of the physical activities themselves. These interactive experiences run throughout the day and change monthly so be sure to check our website...	Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site	05/23/11- Ongoing	Philadelphia

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