Events
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Organization |
Dates |
Location |
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Valley Forge National Historical Park Trolley Tours
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The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park |
05/25/12 -
09/03/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
Afternoon Freedom Rings Tour
Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center March 30-September 3, 2012 Freedom Rings in Philly is a two-hour tour that takes you through the cradle of American Democracy, entertaining you and revealing hidden secrets, fun trivia and light hearted anecdotes. We focus on interesting and fun stories of the men and women who defined Philadelphia so many years ago.
Join Free Tours by Foot on this two-hour family friendly adventure as we walk through historic Philadelphia and chronicle the early history of America's first city. This tour includes many famous... |
Free Tours by Foot |
03/30/12 -
09/03/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Freedom Rings Tour - Summer
Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center May 25-September 3, 2012 Freedom Rings in Philly is a two-hour tour that takes you through the cradle of American Democracy, entertaining you and revealing hidden secrets, fun trivia and light hearted anecdotes. We focus on interesting and fun stories of the men and women who defined Philadelphia so many years ago.
Join Free Tours by Foot on this two-hour family friendly adventure as we walk through historic Philadelphia and chronicle the early history of America's first city. This tour includes many famous... |
Free Tours by Foot |
05/25/12 -
09/03/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Storytime Rail
Presented by Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania May 26-September 3, 2012 Enjoy a summer of storytime magic at the Garden Railway display opening Memorial Day weekend and continuing through Labor Day! Follow the trains along fifteen rail lines through a world of waterfalls, tunnels and trestles, all constructed from twigs, leaves, bark, vines. With this year’s theme, Storytime Rail, you will discover classic storybook houses, palaces and castles made from natural materials, nestled around the bend of every rail. All this and 92-acres of lush and vibrant... |
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania |
05/26/12 -
09/03/12 |
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia |
SmART Nights
Presented by Longwood Gardens at Longwood Gardens June 21-September 20, 2012 Turn on your left and right brain during SmART Nights at Longwood Gardens. Hear some of the region’s brightest minds explore the science of light, then share your own bright ideas at StorySlams facilitated by First Person Arts.
SmART Nights are one of the many exciting events featured during Longwood Garden’s summer exhibit, Light: Installations by Bruce Munro (On view June 9th-September 29th). This US premiere illuminates 23 acres of Longwood Gardens with... |
Longwood Gardens |
06/21/12 -
09/20/12 |
Longwood Gardens, Kennett Square |
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To Stir, Inform, and Inflame: The Art of Tony Auth
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James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown |
06/02/12 -
09/23/12 |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown, Doylestown |
Françoise Gilot Exhibition
Presented by Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art June 1-September 23, 2012 Transitions: Works by Françoise Gilot focuses on the evolution of Gilot’s approach to composition and color beginning with her seminal Labyrinth Series and including key works into the 21st century. Rich abstraction in a bold, powerful palette, a mainstay of her work, transitions to references to the figure, botanicals and still life. Iconic images such as orbs, birds, water and earth elements are investigated in tandem with color juxtapositions that are built up... |
Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art |
06/01/12 -
09/23/12 |
Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art, Collegeville |
Dead Sea Scrolls: Life and Faith in Ancient Times
Presented by The Franklin Institute at The Franklin Institute May 12-October 14, 2012 This spring, Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute will feature the most comprehensive collection of ancient artifacts from Israel ever organized in the new exhibit Dead Sea Scrolls: Life and Faith in Ancient Times. The exhibit includes one of the largest collections of the priceless 2000-year-old Dead Sea Scrolls ever displayed in North America and an actual three-ton stone from the Western Wall in Jerusalem, and marks the world debut of four scrolls. The exhibit opens at The... |
The Franklin Institute |
05/12/12 -
10/14/12 |
The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia |
Trail of the Lorax at the Philadelphia Zoo
Presented by Philadelphia Zoo at Philadelphia Zoo March 31-October 31, 2012 Trail of the Lorax is a 3-dimensional interactive experience that shares the true story of a species in peril: the endangered orangutan. Brought to you in partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises L.P., this engaging exhibit tells a story of conservation and of saving wildlife. The Trail will engage guests of all ages in the true tale of the orangutan, who depends on trees just as the brown-bar-a loots and the humming fish depend on the truffula trees.
Grab your 3-D glasses and... |
Philadelphia Zoo |
03/31/12 -
10/31/12 |
Philadelphia Zoo, Philadelphia |
Election 2012
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center April 24-November 7, 2012 At the National Constitution Center, the presidential election comes to life for visitors of all ages! Prior to touring the Center’s exhibits, guests are encouraged to stop by Election HQ on the Grand Hall Overlook. Designed with the festive look and feel of a political rally, Election HQ will excite and engage visitors with activities and programs about the ins and outs of the election process. Guests can watch presidential campaign ads, cast a vote for their favorite presidential... |
National Constitution Center |
04/24/12 -
11/07/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
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Kuerner Farm Tours
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Brandywine River Museum |
04/01/12 -
11/18/12 |
Brandywine River Museum, Chadds Ford |
N.C. Wyeth House & Studio Tour
Presented by Brandywine River Museum at Brandywine River Museum April 1-November 18, 2012 Visit the home where N.C. Wyeth and his wife raised five talented children (including great American painter Andrew Wyeth) and his studio, maintained as he left it when he died in 1945. |
Brandywine River Museum |
04/01/12 -
11/18/12 |
Brandywine River Museum, Chadds Ford |
African American Images Trolley Tour
Presented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia April 28-November 24, 2012 The Mural Arts Program presents a compilation of murals that capture the rich African American experience in Philadelphia. The murals honor significant figures W.E.B. DuBois, Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson, Dr. J., Malcolm X, and many more.
In addition to the 2-hour guided mural tour, admission to the African American Museum in Philadelphia is included (up to a $37 dollar value)! The mural tour includes audio narration by ?uestlove of the Grammy® Award-winning band The Roots,... |
Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia |
04/28/12 -
11/24/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Grim Philly Twilight Tours
Presented by Grim Philly Twilight Tours at Independence Visitor Center April 7-November 25, 2012 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 Professor Joe Wojie. Choice of seasonal walking tours depart from Independence Visitor Center in Olde City Philadelphia. late afternoons and early evenings. |
Grim Philly Twilight Tours |
04/07/12 -
11/25/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Chinatown Food Tour
Presented by Free Tours by Foot at Independence Visitor Center March 25-December 2, 2012 Meet at the Independence Visitor Center, south entrance on the northeast corner of 6th and Market Streets. Look for your guide with Free Tours by Foot logo.
Take a tour of mainland China, Hong Kong, Korea and Vietnam with frequent food stops to refuel as we explore this small but mighty and uniquely Philly Chinatown. With a densely packed wealth of delicious food and rich culture. Join Free Tours by Foot for a 2.5-hour tour of Philadelphia's Chinatown, a journey through the history... |
Free Tours by Foot |
03/25/12 -
12/02/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Colonial Cheesesteak Tour
Presented by Free and Friendly Tours at Independence Visitor Center May 1-December 21, 2012 Not your typical historical walking tour. Walk in the footsteps of the likes of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and the convicts that carried Ben Franklin to and from the Constitutional Convention at Independence Hall. No joke. See Philadelphia with young and friendly guides. |
Free and Friendly Tours |
05/01/12 -
12/21/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
QVC All-Access Tour
Presented by QVC at QVC Studio Park January 13-December 28, 2012 Come for a one-of-a-kind look into the world of QVC! You will start your day on the QVC Studio Tour to learn about the fantastic world of electronic retailing. At this state-of-the-art broadcasting facility, guests will see and experience how QVC products are sourced, tested, brought to life on air, and delivered to millions of QVC customers.
Next you will go beyond behind the scenes at QVC to see areas such as Broadcasting Design; Lighting; the Shop (where many of the QVC sets... |
QVC |
01/13/12 -
12/28/12 |
QVC Studio Park, West Chester |
QVC Studio Tour
Presented by QVC at QVC Studio Park August 3, 2011-December 31, 2012 Since opening in the fall of 1997, QVC Studio Park in West Chester, PA, has become a popular destination for thousands of visitors interested in seeing live television at its best. The QVC Studio Tour is a one-of-a-kind guided walking tour through the fantastic world of multimedia retailing. At this state-of-the-art broadcasting facility, guests will see and experience how QVC products are sourced, tested, brought to life on air and delivered to millions of QVC customers. There are views... |
QVC |
08/03/11 -
12/31/12 |
QVC Studio Park, West Chester |
On My Honor: 100 Years of Girl Scouting
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center May 12-December 31, 2012 Many of today’s prominent political leaders, journalists, astronauts, athletes and entertainers – from Secretaries of State Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice to Mariah Carey and Taylor Swift – were once Girl Scouts. In 2012, the Girl Scouts celebrate 100 years of developing girls’ courage, confidence, and character.
On My Honor: 100 Years of Girl Scouting – an exhibition created by the National Constitution Center in partnership with the Girl... |
National Constitution Center |
05/12/12 -
12/31/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Pledge Your Commitment to Freedom – Become a Signer of the 225th Anniversary Constitution
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center April 4-December 31, 2012 On September 17, 1787, our Founding Fathers signed a revolutionary document that, even today, continues to change the world and inspire passionate conversation.
Throughout 2012, the National Constitution Center will serve as the headquarters of a historic milestone: the 225th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution. As part of the celebration, the Center invites all Americans to reaffirm their commitment to freedom by signing a special commemorative 225th anniversary Constitution that... |
National Constitution Center |
04/04/12 -
12/31/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Cooking Classes at Sur La Table
Presented by Sur La Table at King of Prussia Mall at Sur La Table at King of Prussia Mall November 22, 2011-January 1, 2013 The skills you've always wanted to master are easier to learn than you think. Our knowledgeable staff of culinary experts has a wealth of techniques they are excited to share with you.
In our hands-on classes, our trained chefs lead you through a fun and enjoyable lesson that will have your class cooking like pros and laughing like never before. After the last garnish has been added, everyone takes their seat to enjoy the fruits of their labor.
And as a thank you, you will... |
Sur La Table at King of Prussia Mall |
11/22/11 -
01/01/13 |
Sur La Table at King of Prussia Mall, King of Prussia |
Uncorked! Wine, Objects and Tradition
Presented by Winterthur Museum and Country Estate at Winterthur Museum and Country Estate April 28, 2012-January 6, 2013 Join us in celebrating this delightful beverage with a new exhibition created to explore the stunning range of objects associated with the history of wine drinking, especially in Britain and America. The exhibition will share some of the fascinating and incredibly broad range of wine-related materials—from wineglasses and cellarets to song sheets and paintings—and, in total, will include more than 300 objects.
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Winterthur Museum and Country Estate |
04/28/12 -
01/06/13 |
Winterthur Museum and Country Estate, Winterthur |
Call to Arms! Emergency Militia in Pennsylvania during the Gettysburg Campaign Exhibit
Presented by Pennypacker Mills at Pennypacker Mills May 15, 2012-May 1, 2013 These citizen soldiers were the first forces to defend Pennsylvania from the Confederate invasion in June of 1863, and were instrumental in preventing rebels from crossing the Susquehanna River, thus saving Harrisburg from capture.
The Galleries are located on the second floor of the mansion. |
Pennypacker Mills |
05/15/12 -
05/01/13 |
Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville |
Valley Forge Driving Tours
Presented by Awfully Nice Tours at Valley Forge National Historical Park April 1, 2011-March 15, 2015 The Valley Forge encampment is a hugely important story in the foundation of America. After retreating from the Battle of Brandywine, General Washington moved his army to the high ground at Valley Forge in December of 1777. Over the next 6 months, battling the cold, disease, desertion and famine, the army amazingly grew in numbers and strength and, with the help of Baron von Steuben, was transformed into a well trained fighting force, that ultimately went on to win the war against the... |
Awfully Nice Tours |
04/01/11 -
03/15/15 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
Vampires, Sex, Ghosts!...and So Much More!
Presented by Grim Philly Twilight Tours at Independence Visitor Center April 6, 2012-November 27, 2022 Voted best in Philadelphia.
With an eclectic array of sites and frights from dark and deviant sexcapades to torture, mass burials and execution, to vampires, pirates, and ghosts! A solid year of research and development by university professor Joe Wojie results in this high energy, mature audiences night tour. Adventurers are guided past Independence Hall, The Library of Congress and two dozen other sites starting with a core of traditional stories from our founding fathers and... |
Grim Philly Twilight Tours |
04/06/12 -
11/27/22 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Cemetery, Serial Killers, Blood & Beer!
Presented by Grim Philly Twilight Tours at Independence Visitor Center April 7, 2012-November 27, 2022 …From the burial ground to the bar! Eat, drink, & be merry!
From ruthless “businessmen” gangsters assassinating one another and shooting up the town in a war to control the city to modern psychopathic killers like the “Corpse Collector,” “Frankfort Slasher,” “Hednik’s House of Horrors,” and H.H. Holmes this is not your typical Liberty Bell tour! And after a fact-packed late afternoon Grim Philly walk, you’ll... |
Grim Philly Twilight Tours |
04/07/12 -
11/27/22 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Museum Tour
Presented by Wharton Esherick Museum at Wharton Esherick Museum July 21, 2009 - Ongoing Guided tour through the handcrafted home and studio of Wharton Esherick, the "dean of American craftsmen." This National Historic Landmark for Architecture reflects Esherick's artistic evolution from the Arts and Crafts, through Cubism and German Expressionism, to the Modernist free forms that characterized his later works. The Studio is filed with more than 200 of Esherick's paintings, prints, sculture, furniture and furnishings.
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Wharton Esherick Museum |
07/21/09 -
Ongoing |
Wharton Esherick Museum, Malvern |
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 guard towers. Tours today include the cellblocks, solitary punishment cells, Al Capone's Cell, and Death Row. Admission includes “The Voices of Eastern State” Audio Tour narrated by actor Steve Buscemi.
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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site |
04/06/09 -
Ongoing |
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Philadelphia |
Jazz Open Mic
Presented by MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore at MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore May 4, 2009 - Ongoing Come out to Jazz Open Mic night, hosted by the legendary pianist Mike Frank. Bring your instrument and desire to jam -- or just your self and your desire to listen to some of the coolest young and old talent from Philadelphia's storied jazz scene. This night has grown into a very important night at MilkBoy where jazz musicians connect. |
MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore |
05/04/09 -
Ongoing |
MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore, Ardmore |
Open Mic Night
Presented by MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore at MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore May 5, 2009 - Ongoing Sign-ups begin at 6 pm. The number of performers is limited to 15 people. Each performer has the chance to do 2 songs. This format allows performers to stretch out and try some new material, and emerging artists can do just that, emerge! After the list is finished there's usually time for some 'quick hits' where artists can do one tune. Solo performers and acoustic duos or trios of any style are welcome, as well as poets and a cappella acts. |
MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore |
05/05/09 -
Ongoing |
MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore, Ardmore |
