'We the People - Defining Our Government'' The National Constitution Center should not just be on your checklist of things to do in Philadelphia but should be an experience that you will not forget. The Center is a place for everyone to jump back into history, almost like experiencing the History of Philadelphia in real time. The powerful experience of the National Constitution Center begins when you first decide to explore the " We the People'' exhibit, which is a permanent exhibit … [Read more...]
Rodin Museum – Museums in Philadelphia
February 20, 2025 By
'The Thinker Hangs Out in Philadelphia' The Rodin Museum is located in the Art Museum District of Philadelphia. The Museum contains the most extensive collection of sculptor Auguste Rodin's works outside of Paris. History of Rodin Museum The Rodin Museum was a gift to the City of Philadelphia from movie theater magnate Jules Mastbaum (American, 1872 - 1926), who began collecting works by Rodin in 1923. He intended to have a museum that enriched the lives of his fellow … [Read more...]
President’s Day Weekend in Philly ~ FREE Museums and More
February 12, 2020 By
'Exploring the Principals and Ideas of Our Past Presidents' President's Day, which is on Monday, February 17, starts off with a weekend (February 14 - 16) of activities and themed events that lead into President's Day itself. It's a time to explore and honor those Presidents such as George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and other Presidents also known as the Commander-in-chief. Enjoy free admission to specific museums, special attractions, special … [Read more...]
FREE Admission to the Benjamin Franklin Museum And Other Activities!
January 15, 2020 By
'Celebrating the Life of an Extraordinary Man' Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, was born on January 17, 1706. In honor of Benjamin Franklin, the Benjamin Franklin Museum will be open to the public for free January 20 in conjunction with the Martin Luther King Jr holiday. For details, click here. Franklin was a leading author, printer, political theorist, politician, postmaster, scientist, inventor, civic activist, statesman, and diplomat. He even … [Read more...]
Wonderful Museums in Philadelphia
November 20, 2019 By
'Exploring Philly's Exciting Museums' Philadelphia’s museums are anything from small to massive, many with historic stories, some being interactive and others that dare us with the unexpected. We get excited when talking about Philly's Museums and we would think Benjamin Franklin would feel the same if he were to come back to the City of Brotherly Love. List of Philadelphia Museums (Alphabetical Order) Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel The Academy of Natural Sciences of … [Read more...]
Day of the Dead Celebration at Penn Museum
October 22, 2019 By
'Dia de los Muertos - Day of the Dead' The Day of the Dead Celebration, a popular celebration worldwide, will be held at the Penn Museum October 26 from 11 am to 5 pm. This celebration is an important Mexican tradition that honors the lives of those that have passed by family and friends, who gather to pray for and remember them, which is done by creating altars and much more. This special Mexican holiday starts on October 31 and ends on November 2 each year. While … [Read more...]
Terror Behind the Walls – Halloween in Philadelphia
September 24, 2019 By
'A Massive Haunted House in a Real Prison' It's that time of year again, Halloween will be upon us before you know it. Do you scare easily? If you answered no, you might want to rethink your answer again prior to visiting Terror Behind the Walls at the Eastern State Penitentiary in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia. Terror Behind the Walls kicks off on September 20 and continues until November 9! (Read below for ticket giveaway and discounts) Terror Behind … [Read more...]
Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day: FREE Admission Philadelphia Museums
September 16, 2019 By
'Exploring Philadelphia Museums for FREE!' Attention museum lovers! Do you love history, science, art and more? Come celebrate Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day Live! this Saturday, September 21. There will be more than 11 museums in the Greater Philadelphia are that will be opening their doors to the public for free! Get in the spirit of Smithsonian museums that will be taking place all across America. You will need to register for the free tickets, print them, and … [Read more...]
FREE Admission To The National Museum Of American Jewish History In Historic Philly!
February 4, 2019 By
'Celebrate Freedom with FREE Admission All February Long 2019!' There’s no better place to tell the story of Freedom than at the National Museum of American Jewish History with views of Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and the National Constitution Center. Enjoy FREE admission aka Pay-What-You-Wish the whole month of February at the National Museum of American Jewish History in the Historic District of Philadelphia thanks to gracious support from the Parkway … [Read more...]
Game Masters At The Franklin Institute ~ Play Over 100 Classic and Modern Video Games!
May 23, 2018 By
'Bringing Inner Child Out In Yourself Through Classic Video Games!' Game on! Game Masters exhibit at the Franklin Institute takes you on a journey through 40 years of video gaming history and evolution. The 14,000 square foot exhibit runs until September 3! No matter if young, old or new to video games, visitors will get a crack at over 100 classic and modern video games to play. Such old classic games as Asteroids, Donkey Kong, Tempest, Centipede, Space Invaders, Pac-Man, Missle Command … [Read more...]
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