Located steps from the Liberty Bell on Philadelphia’s historic Independence Mall, The Weitzman is the only museum in the nation dedicated exclusively to exploring the American Jewish experience.

Enjoy free access to our core exhibition Audacious Freedom: African Americans in Philadelphia (1776–1876) and the special exhibition Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design. Throughout the day, members of our curatorial team will offer short talks highlighting the museum’s collections and exhibitions.

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of freedom and culture in partnership with the African American Museum in Philadelphia, Wawa Welcome America and VISIT PHILADELPHIA®. All are welcome to unite to celebrate freedom through live musical performances, shop Black-owned businesses, savor delicious local eateries, and experience fun for the whole family!

New this year, a two-week eclectic program of FREE movie screenings by and about Philly. From Old Hollywood stars and directors to Eagles diehards, this explosive display of cinematic fireworks kicks off the summer right. All films will be showing on the Main Screen at the Philadelphia Film Society Center, 1412 Chestnut Street.

Join Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and creator of The 1619 Project, Nikole Hannah-Jones, for a powerful Juneteenth Evening Conversation on Independence Mall. Set against the backdrop of America’s most historic landmarks, this thought-provoking program will explore the legacy of freedom, democracy, and the ongoing pursuit of racial justice through reflection, dialogue, and community.

Enjoy a free screening of Harriet on Independence Mall in partnership with Independence Visitor Center. Bring your own blankets/chairs and get ready for an evening of entertainment.  *Time subject to change Follow us on social media and sign up for...

Come to learn about some of the creatures making the Schuylkill River their home. Collect a water sample at river's edge and explore the micro-life in a drop of water. Try your hand at drawing some of the intricate and striking geometric designs of diatoms. Through hands-on activities, get to know the life of the freshwater mussel. Find out about our research on this important mollusk. It’s propagation season, so there is a possibility that we will be propagating mussels!

Philadelphia's only Victorian house museum, with tours tracing daily life in the Civil War and the Gilded Age.

Historic House Tour with Artifact Display, Art Exhibit, and Paper Making.