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Stretching from LOVE Park to the magnificent Philadelphia Museum of Art, the grand, tree-lined Benjamin Franklin Parkway is flanked by some of the city's most acclaimed institutions. Visitors to the Parkway Museums District will discover a cultural mecca - world-class museums and educational institutions, the beautiful Swann Memorial Fountain and Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul on Logan Square, and even the famed Rocky steps.

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Bastille Day Bastille Day Presented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site July 14, 2012 It's one of Philadelphia’s most popular summertime events! Eastern State Penitentiary teams with Philadelphia cabaret act The Bearded Ladies and local businesses for a playful reenactment of the Storming of the Bastille (influenced more by Monty Python than the French Revolution), followed by a French-themed street party. Come early and take a tour of Eastern State, or stay late and take a 25-minute evening tour following the reenactment.	Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site	07/14/12	Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Philadelphia
Bird Discovery Weekend Bird Discovery Weekend Presented by Academy of Natural Sciences at Academy of Natural Sciences June 9-June 10, 2012 The Academy of Naltural Sciences of Drexel University’s bicentennial year features a specially themed Bird Discovery Weekend, highlighting important aspects of the institution’s Ornithology Collection. Birds are the center of attention throughout June, when visitors can learn about the collection and take a look at VIREO, the world’s largest bird image bank. On June 9th and 10th, meet a real ornithologist, learn to identify local birds, participate in a bird migration and...	Academy of Natural Sciences	06/09/12 - 06/10/12	Academy of Natural Sciences, Philadelphia
Exploring Nature in Sister Cities Park Exploring Nature in Sister Cities Park Presented by at Sister Cities Park June 5-August 28, 2012 Every Tuesday from June through August, explore nature with staff from the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University as they lead interactive programs exploring the many aspects of nature in Sister Cities Park. Discover the life that inhabits a garden, examine the properties of water, learn why things sink and float, or enjoy a live animal presentation. This program, designed for ages 8 and younger, is an excellent opportunity to get outside and discover the natural world in which we...		06/05/12 - 08/28/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
Geocaching: An Urban Adventure in Sister Cities Park Geocaching: An Urban Adventure in Sister Cities Park Presented by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation at Sister Cities Park June 22, 2012 Join us as we go on a high-tech treasure hunt in the park using GPS and your sense of adventure. Staff will be on hand to introduce visitors to the fun of geocaching. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people from all age groups, with a strong sense of community and support for the environment. GPS instruments will be provided for program use. This program is designed for tweens, teens and...	Philadelphia Parks and Recreation	06/22/12	Sister Cities Park, 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 Museum of Art - Eakins Oval, Philadelphia
Prison Break Weekend Prison Break Weekend Presented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site June 9-June 10, 2012 All New Restored Bocci Court and Living History Most inmates didn’t literally escape from prison; they found meaning, friendship and recreation, when possible, inside the walls. This weekend, visitors can try their hand at Bocci Ball, a traditional Italian recreation practiced by aging inmates at Eastern State throughout the 20th century. The original courts were built at the base of Eastern State’s massive wall, and are now open, fully restored, for the first time...	Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site	06/09/12 - 06/10/12	Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site, Philadelphia
Sculptures and Murals (SAM) Tour Sculptures and Murals (SAM) Tour Presented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at Sister Cities Park May 12-November 24, 2012 Presented by the City of Philadelphia Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy and the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program. Philadelphia is recognized internationally as the World’s Largest Outdoor Art Gallery due to its vast collection of outdoor sculptures and murals. The Sculptures and Murals Tour takes guests for a walk around the Avenue of the Arts, City Hall, through Love Park, and along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway to view artistic treasures such as Robert...	Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia	05/12/12 - 11/24/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
Sister Cities Park Fun, Fitness & Friends Sister Cities Park Fun, Fitness & Friends Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 11-August 22, 2012 Join us each Wednesday as we get out and play! We invite kids to become physically active in a fun and friendly environment. Games will be facilitated by trained staff and will be age appropriate, cooperative, and inclusive. The program is designed for ages 5 to 10 and their families. This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.	Philadelphia Parks & Recreation	07/11/12 - 08/22/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
Sister Cities Park Trees in the City Sister Cities Park Trees in the City Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 13-August 24, 2012 Join Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s Tree Philly program staff on Fridays to learn about trees! Over the course of the summer, staff will use games and crafts to teach about the basic parts of the tree, why trees are important to us, and how we take care of our city trees. This program is designed for kids ages 4 to 10. This program is weather permitting. Schdule subject to change.	Philadelphia Parks & Recreation	07/13/12 - 08/24/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
Story Art at Sister Cities Park Story Art at Sister Cities Park Presented by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation at Sister Cities Park June 18-June 25, 2012 Join on Monday's throughout the summer as we present a nature-inspired story and craft. This program is designed to connect kids to their environment using the amenities of Sister Cities Park. This program is designed for kids ages 4 to 6 (older and younger siblings are welcome). This program is weather permitting. All schedules subject to change.	Philadelphia Parks and Recreation	06/18/12 - 06/25/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
Story Art at Sister Cities Park Story Art at Sister Cities Park Presented by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 9-August 13, 2012 Join us on Monday's throughout the summer as we present a nature-inspired story and craft. This program is designed to connect kids to their environment using the amenities of Sister Cities Park. This program is designed for kids ages 4 to 6 (older and younger siblings are welcome). This program is weather permitting. All schedules subject to change.	Philadelphia Parks and Recreation	07/09/12 - 08/13/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
Summer 2012 Five Fridays YAW Program Summer 2012 Five Fridays YAW Program Presented by Moore College of Art & Design at Moore College of Art & Design July 13-August 10, 2012 These classes complement the regular YAW curriculum and are designed to provide 1st-8th grade students with the opportunity to explore interests and develop skills in studio classes that meet one day a week for five weeks. Sessions, which include a lunch break, meet each Friday from 9 am-4 pm.	Moore College of Art & Design	07/13/12 - 08/10/12	Moore College of Art & Design, Philadelphia
Summer 2012 Five Week YAW Program Summer 2012 Five Week YAW Program Presented by Moore College of Art & Design at Moore College of Art & Design July 9-August 9, 2012 In Moore's Young Artist Workshop five-week program, a rich variety of courses in the visual arts are offered from the only professional college of art and design in Philadelphia devoted solely to the visual arts. The studio classes are developed for 1st-8th grade students. Each course meets Monday through Thursday for five weeks. Students may choose a morning session from 9 am-Noon and/or an afternoon session from 1-4 pm. Sessions are taught by professional artists and designers, Moore BFA...	Moore College of Art & Design	07/09/12 - 08/09/12	Moore College of Art & Design, Philadelphia
Summer Camp Program Summer Camp Program Presented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art July 10-August 10, 2012 Excting opportunity to explore the museum's galleries and make a take home art project. Summer theme is Stories in Art.	Philadelphia Museum of Art	07/10/12 - 08/10/12	Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia
The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park June 25, 2012 We are all connected in some way to Mother Earth and experience nature around us. In this workshop, children ages 6 to 10 will learn how to translate their experiences into words. Children will be encouraged to see the world in new ways and express their experiences through poetry. This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.	Philadelphia Parks & Recreation	06/25/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 9, 2012 We are all connected in some way to Mother Earth and experience nature around us. In this workshop, children ages 6 to 10 will learn how to translate their experiences into words. Children will be encouraged to see the world in new ways and express their experiences through poetry. This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.	Philadelphia Parks & Recreation	07/09/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park August 20, 2012 We are all connected in some way to Mother Earth and experience nature around us. In this workshop, children ages 6 to 10 will learn how to translate their experiences into words. Children will be encouraged to see the world in new ways and express their experiences through poetry. This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.	Philadelphia Parks & Recreation	08/20/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 23, 2012 We are all connected in some way to Mother Earth and experience nature around us. In this workshop, children ages 6 to 10 will learn how to translate their experiences into words. Children will be encouraged to see the world in new ways and express their experiences through poetry. This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.	Philadelphia Parks & Recreation	07/23/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park August 6, 2012 We are all connected in some way to Mother Earth and experience nature around us. In this workshop, children ages 6 to 10 will learn how to translate their experiences into words. Children will be encouraged to see the world in new ways and express their experiences through poetry. This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.	Philadelphia Parks & Recreation	08/06/12	Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia
West Park Arts Fest West Park Arts Fest Presented by West Park Cultural Center at Fairmount Park June 9, 2012 A kick-off to another summer of fun begins at the 5th Annual West Park Arts Fest in Fairmount Park at 40th and Parkside. The festival, featuring performances and activities by a wide range of artists, community organizations and featured guests is free and will occur rain or shine. The theme for the 2012 festival,“Friends Across Cultures,” is about celebrating the unique multicultural richness of art, nature and community engagement by bringing together arts and cultural...	West Park Cultural Center	06/09/12	Fairmount Park, Philadelphia