This weekend my parents came to visit and we went and did some of the many historical attractions in Philly. A lot of people come to school here but never go see any of these attractions and that is a bummer because they are really great!! And I'm not just saying that because I am a huge history geek ;)
First stop: Independence Hall
Major events that happened here include the signing of the Declaration of Independence; writing, debating and ratifying the Constitution; it was the home for the first decade of Congress and many more! Free tickets can be picked up at the visitor's center across the street. Open everyday!
Next Stop: Constitution Center
Located directly across from Independence Hall this museum is a must see while your in the area. Admission is $14.50 for adults, $13 for students but it is worth it. The museum has a lot of reading so it is not really for younger crowds but you will learn a lot you never knew before. Right now they have an exhibit showing all the Pulitzer Prize winning photographs from 1942 (when the award began) to the present.
Next Stop: Elfreth's Alley
Holding the title for "Oldest Street in America" this street has been continuously inhabited since the mid-1700s. Elfreth's alley is located off 2nd street between Arch and Race.
Other stops we checked out but I don't have pictures for:
Benjamin Franklin Museum (not to be confused with the Franklin Institute which is a Science museum). The Benjamin Franklin museum tells all about Franklin's life and achievements. Admission is $5.
Betsy Ross House It costs to tour the inside so we didn't do that, but it's pretty cool to check it out from the outside even. Betsy Ross' grave is also on the property.
Liberty Bell you have to get in line to go inside and see the bell up close or you can peek through the window on the side and get a look that way.
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