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There’s no better way to kick off the summer of the Semiquincentennial than spending Memorial Day Weekend with Once Upon Nation. All throughout the Historic District, Historic Philadelphia, Inc. offers free programming that immerses visitors back to Colonial Philadelphia.

From Storytelling Benches to meeting History Makers, there is so much to discover about the city’s rich history. Plan your visit today at the link in our bio.

#HistoricPhiladelphia #PhillyHistory #FamilyFriendly #ThingsToDoPhilly #MDW

250 years later, the words are still powerful as ever 🇺🇸 Starting May 23, hear the Declaration of Independence read aloud daily, right where it was signed, by history makers performing every line in full theatrical style.

Learn more and plan your visit at the link in our bio.

#PhillyHistory #FamilyFriendly #ThingsToDoPhilly

Starting May 23 meet Dr. Franklin himself in the very courtyard where he once lived, beneath the shade of a historic mulberry tree. Ask him anything and learn about his life as a printer, inventor, statesman, and Philadelphia neighbor.

Learn more and plan your visit at the link in our bio.

#PhillyHistory #BenFranklin #ThingsToDoPhilly #FamilyFriendly

Experience History with a Twist 👀 🍺

Great Stories and a toast to American independence come together for two Historic Philadelphia summer events combining revolutionary ideas and immersive experiences with tasty cocktails.

Starting June 5, on Fridays from June through August, take a front row seat to history with a cocktail in hand at Cocktails and Congress.

Learn more and plan your visit today at the link in our bio.

You thought she was just "needle-and-thread"? Think again. ✂️

Betsy is trading her shears for a front-row seat to see the Queen of Rock, Joan Jett. Rules were meant to be broken-and trousers were meant to be hemmed into shorts. 🤘🎸

Get your free tickets now... or answer to Betsy's shears: Concerts.America250PA.org

#America250PA #CommonwealthConcertSeries #Hershey #JoanJett #HersheyparkStadium

Ok @pgachampionship, let's see how you do on some Pennsylvania trivia. We only have two of our state's most iconic figures asking the questions so, no pressure. 😉

As fellow Philly icons, Ben Franklin and Betsy Ross put the @thephillysportsguy Pennsylvania knowledge to the test with @visitpa at the PGA Championship! 🏌️From facts on local history to golf legends, we’d say the Philly Sports Guy hit a hole in one ⛳

How well do you know Pennsylvania history? Drop your favorite facts below!

#VisitPA #PA2026 #VisitPAPlaymakers #PGAChampionship

It’s a quarter after one, and Betsy’s all alone... but not for long. 🌙

When the stars get too heavy to sew, only Lady A’s harmonies will do. Don’t leave Betsy (or yourself) hanging—join us for a night of pure melody. 🎶❤️

Get your tickets today and find your harmony! Concerts.America250PA.org

#CommonwealthConcertSeries #America250PA #KirbyPark #NEPA

Ever wonder what a day in the life of a colonial soldier was like?

Starting May 23, The Colonial Muster immerses kids of all ages in the daily life of a Colonial soldier, featuring lively parades, hands-on marching drills, and vivid accounts of rations, primitive camp life, and early military traditions.

Experience history first hand and plan your visit at the link in our bio.

#HistoricPhiladelphia #PhillyHistory #ThingsToDoPhilly

It's getting hot in here (and it's not just the humidity)! 🔥 Betsy is putting down the needle and heading to the dance floor. Catch Nelly live and witness a different kind of revolution. 💃⭐

Grab your tickets before they're gone! Concerts.America250PA.org

#CommonwealthConcertSeries #America250PA

Chinese Lantern Festival is coming back to Philadelphia starting June 5th! 🐲 This is one of the best things to do in Philly in summer!

‼️ In celebration of the Year of the Horse – symbolizing energy, passion, freedom, and transformation, Philadelphia Chinese Lantern Festival in Franklin Square will glow with breathtaking light, art, culture, and global spirit.

The Festival celebrates the rich cultural heritage and master craftsmanship behind this timeless art form. Visitors will wander through glowing
landscapes filled with magnificent, illuminated sculptures, each piece crafted from steel frames and vibrant silk. All of the lanterns will be brand new, including one-of-a-kind lanterns celebrating the
international events coming to Philadelphia this summer. The lanterns blend the magic of Chinese tradition with the spirit of global connection and friendly competition, along with themes of animals and flowers.

🇺🇸 Watch for a new exciting surprises with our city’s @philly250th celebration!

🥁 Enjoy incredible live performances, delicious food and drink, exciting attractions and the iconic Franklin Square Fountain Show.

📆 Save the dates: This magic event takes over @franklinsquarephilly from June 5th to August 16th. You won’t want to miss it!

👉 Pro tips: Plan parking ahead and consider park nearby in a neighborhood and take ride share, go on weekdays and days when it rained earlier in the day for quiet times, plan ahead to see the entertainment - and definitely try the delicious themed food and drink.

👀 Enjoy this look back at the last few years and watch soon for an exclusive preview.

Thank you @historicphilly for bringing such magic and joy into our lives each and every year!! See you there.. 🙏🏮

#philadelphia #philly #festival #summer #lanternfestival

Once Upon A Nation returns this summer with free, live Storytelling Benches at twelve iconic locations throughout Philadelphia's Historic District. Hear the stories that go beyond the Founding Fathers, featuring the women, African Americans, and people that the history books forgot, whose lives helped shape a nation. Professional Storytellers bring real history to life, one bench at a time. First-time visitor or lifelong Philadelphian, there's always more to discover.

Once Upon A Nation kicks off Memorial Day Weekend on May 23. Plan your visit today at the link in our bio. https://historicphiladelphia.org/events/once-upon-a-nation-storytelling-benches/

#HistoricPhiladelphia #PhillyHistory #ThingsToDoPhilly