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    Skin and Bones: Tattoos in the Life of the American Sailor

    Skin and Bones: Tattoos in the Life of the American Sailor

    Presented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum

    April 23, 2009-January 3, 2010


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    Be among the first to see the premiere of a provocative new exhibit that delves into the beliefs, traditions, and power of the tattoo in American maritime culture! Tattoos were introduced to this country by seamen, so if you have a tattoo today, thank a sailor.

    The exhibit features tattoo designs, tools, historic photographs and artifacts, along with video stories of contemporary tattooed sailors, and a unique interactive "tattoo parlor" dubbed the "Tattoo-a-Tron." Why a pig and rooster? Come to the exhibit and find out.
     


    • At-a-
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      • Venue Info

        Independence Seaport Museum

        211 S. Columbus Boulevard
        Philadelphia, PA 19106

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      • Admission Info

        Tickets: $12 for Adults $10 for Seniors (65 & over) $7 for Children/Students/Military FREE for Seaport members and children under 2

      • Dates & Times

        Dates:
        April 23, 2009-January 3, 2010

      • Accessibility Info

          Currently, no accessibility information is available for this event.


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