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Our specialized, in-depth tours are great for adventurous tourist and inquisitive local alike. Our experienced volunteer guides offer tours every weekend from May–November with each tour focusing on a different part of Greater Philadelphia. Various dates and times. $10-18

Discover the power of virtual reality to enhance Holocaust education through 360-degree immersive technology. “Walk” with Holocaust Survivors through childhood hometowns and concentration camps as they share their stories of survival, creating an unforgettable experience. Open all day

Learn the proper methods to organize and preserve all of your important family documents, as well as cherished photographs, slides and movies, with The Athenaeum's archivist Kristina Wilson. The program will be held in the Busch Room. $20

Please join Radnor Memorial Library & Radnor Historical Society for 6 lectures (6/17-8/26) on some celebration history beginning in 1876, including some local art and cultural topics, too. 7/28, Bicentennial Philadelphia 1976: Were you there, too? Presented by local historian Jim Segrave-Daly

Join Main Street America for a revisit of some popular topics at the 2025 conference through this free webinar series. 7/17- Volunteers, 7/24- Community Storytelling, 7/31- Disaster Preparedness, 8/7- Data systems

Listen, contribute and reflect on historical events and people. History buffs are welcome to this forum where we will focus on a different topic each session. August 1: Motion Pictures

Come visit the historic Grange Estate and learn about bees and participate in honey extraction and bottling. Freshly extracted local honey for sale.

Step into the world of a Patriot encampment and experience what life was like for soldiers at Washington’s encampment at Brandywine Battlefield Park. Meet soldiers, militiamen, and colonial men and women who will bring history to life. $5-8

These virtual office hours can answer your questions related to how individuals and organizations can get involved in the 250th, whether it’s creating a specific program or legacy goal for the anniversary or just general understanding of what’s happening in Delco for this milestone event.

Join Main Street America for a revisit of some popular topics at the 2025 conference through this free webinar series. 7/17- Volunteers, 7/24- Community Storytelling, 7/31- Disaster Preparedness, 8/7- Data systems

Abraham Lincoln first saw Independence Hall during his 1848 visit to Philadelphia. Join historical lecturer and tour guide Michael Jesberger for a presentation on the President’s time in Philadelphia before, during and after the American Civil War.

Abraham Lincoln first saw Independence Hall during his 1848 visit to Philadelphia. Join us for this presentation on the President’s time in Philadelphia before, during and after the American Civil War.

Get special access to Kuerner Farm, a National Historic Landmark, where Andrew Wyeth found intriguing subjects for hundreds of tempera paintings, watercolors, and drawings for more than 70 years. Artists working in all media are invited to explore the property. $15/20

Please join Radnor Memorial Library & Radnor Historical Society for 6 lectures (6/17-8/26) on some celebration history beginning in 1876, including some local art and cultural topics, too. 8/19 Philadelphia 2026: In Pursuit Toward a More Perfect Union Presented by local historian Jim Segrave-Daly

On September 26, 1777, the British army marched into Philadelphia beginning an occupation that lasted until the following Spring. The arrival of the British led Patriots to flee and Loyalists to rejoice, although wartime shortages soon led to suffering for those who remained.

Explore emerging topics and preservation fundamentals at the Short Course, a two-day online event of practical sessions, expert insights, and downloadable tools to strengthen your local preservation work. $65/130

Learn the early history of the Fort, and why the British chose to build a fortification on such a muddy piece of land. Merriment and mischief, hands on activities, scavenger hunt, tours and weapons demonstrations PLUS will there be a pirate attack?!? $10-16

The workshop includes a short slideshow about Schulz and his storytelling process, followed by a step-by-step drawing lesson where kids learn to draw Snoopy and create their own comic strip using classic cartoon conventions. $7/10 includes museum entrance.