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Independence National Historic Park

(The Philadelphia Museum of Art.  File photo)

Top Exhibits To Visit This Summer In Philadelphia

While everyone knows that Philadelphia is steeped in history, it’s also been at the forefront of culture, arts and science. Here are five summer exhibits worth visiting.

2013/05/06

(A previous "70x7" meal event, in Belgium.  Photo provided)

For Its 30th Anniversary, Mural Arts Program to Host a World-Traveling Meal Event

The Mural Arts Program has announced a new project that takes art “beyond the wall.”

2013/04/25

(The Bishop White House, at 309 Walnut Street, would be closed to tourists if sequester cuts go into effect.  File photo from Independence National Historic Park.)

Automatic US Budget Cuts Would Hit Philly Tourist Spots, Children’s Programs

This was supposed to be the crisis that wasn’t. Now, the impact of some of the expected local cuts would be felt all across the Delaware Valley.

2013/02/25

(Credit:  Independence National Historical Park)

Possible Civil War Cannon Shot Found On Independence Square

A contractor, grinding a tree stump in Independence Square on Wednesday, made a not so routine discovery.

2012/10/25

(credit: nps.gov)

Top Spots To View Presidential History In Philadelphia

Philadelphia is known as the ‘Cradle of Liberty’ for good reason. The city served as the first capital of the United States and was home to the original White House.

2012/02/17

(Members of Occupy Philadelphia have created a mini-encampment on Independence Mall.  Credit: John McDevitt)

Independence Mall ‘Occupier’ Fined $125 For Sleeping On The Job

Occupy Philadelphia obtained a demonstration permit, which prohibits sleeping at the site.

2011/11/16

(Credit: John McDevitt)

‘Occupy Philadelphia’ Stakes Out Independence Mall

Some members of the “Occupy Philadelphia” protest group have pitched a tent on federal ground, along Independence Mall, in clear view of tourists visiting the historic district.

2011/11/15

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