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(The Cabinetmaker's Apprentices entertain visitors near the ticket counter of Historic Philadelphia. Credit: Pat Loeb)

Summer Activities Offered For Schoolkids Throughout Philadelphia’s Historic District

As summer gets underway for the region’s schoolchildren, the tourism agency Historic Philadelphia wants to help parents fill the time off.

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(A member of a precision skydiving team makes a pinpoint landing on Independence Mall. Photo from National Park Service)

Philadelphia, Home of the American Flag, Pulls Out All Stops For Flag Day Celebrations

On Independence Mall, bystanders got a Flag Day surprise when members of the Fastrax Skydiving Team made a grand entrance from above, carrying gigantic American flags.

2013/06/14

Flag Week Kicks Off With Ceremony At Betsy Ross House

The ceremony served as a reminder on just how to handle Old Glory when it shouldn’t be used anymore.

2013/06/09

Top Ways To Celebrate Women’s History Month 2013 In Philadelphia

This March, celebrate Women’s History Month with events and activities honoring local women of the past, present and future.

2013/03/04

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Top Fall Family Getaways In Philadelphia

To enjoy the best weather and view the city at your leisure, head to these top spots for a great fall family getaway.

2012/10/18

(An historic reënactor leads a toast at City Tavern, 2nd and Walnut Streets. Image from Historic Philadelphia video.)

Special Autumn Events Scheduled For Old City Philadelphia

Tourism officials are touting some special — and possibly spooky — events coming up next month in Old City.

2012/09/24

Independence Day Children’s Citizenship Ceremony Takes Place At Betsy Ross House

Philadelphia has 13 new US citizens, as of the 4th of July. An Independence Day Children’s Citizenship Ceremony took place at the Betsy Ross House.

2012/07/04

Guide To The Betsy Ross House

History is everywhere in the nation’s first capital, from the cobblestone streets of Old City to the grassy quads of Penn. So it’s no surprise that the creator of our nation’s flag and one of the most important women in American history, Betsy Ross, lived and worked right here in Philadelphia

2012/05/22