New this year! The Centennial District will bring history to life through a dynamic blend of culture, cuisine, music, and adventure!
Join PAFA & AAMP for our newest exhibition, "Rising Sun: Artists in an Uncertain America.
Ryerss is a Victorian house museum, lending library located in Burholme Park in Philadelphia.
Elfreth's Alley is one of the oldest continuously inhabited residential streets in the United States. Located in Old City, Philadelphia, Elfreth's Alley dates back to 1703 and is an exceptional collection of early American structures built between 1720 and 1836. Most of the homes are privately owned residences, but #124 and #126 are the Elfreth's Alley Museum, run by the Elfreth's Alley Association. The Association was founded in 1934 to preserve and protect the Alley and tell the story of its inhabitants, who were primarily artisans and working-class laborers. The Alley receives over 300,000 annual visitors from all over the world.
New this year! The Centennial District will bring history to life through a dynamic blend of culture, cuisine, music, and adventure!
LEST WE FORGET SLAVERY MUSEUM IS THE ONLY (PHILADELPHIA) AREA MUSEUM WITH AN EXTENSIVE COLLECTION OF AUTHENTIC SLAVERY ARTIFACTS. Our riveting artifacts speak for themselves and reveal the TRUE story of how differently “Coming To America” was for millions of...
Housed in a magnificent Greek Revival landmark, Founder’s Hall Museum offers a glimpse into the complex life of America’s first multi-millionaire and illuminates the legacy of a school which has fascinated visitors since the 19th century, became the focus of a key Northern civil rights case in the 20th century, and continues to educate youth today.
Come out with your family to enjoy an evening of activities, field games, and more as Philadelphia celebrates 250 years of the United States.
Entry for Free Museum Day is self-guided, allowing you to explore the historic sanctuary at your own pace. To help you navigate the rich history of the building, detailed guide maps are available for purchase on-site for $1. While you explore, our knowledgeable staff are stationed throughout the site. Please feel free to approach them—they are happy to answer questions or share deeper stories about the church’s 300-year history. Just across the street from the church, make sure to visit the Christ Church Neighborhood House. This exhibit offers a fascinating look at how the church community navigated the revolutionary fervor and the birth of the United States.
Visitors will tour the first floor of Wyck, one of America's most authentic historic sites.
