Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events Archive

01/16/12

Learn about the "Power of Petition" at our FREE Martin Luther King Day Celebration

This year we are celebrating Dr. King's birthday with a "Petition Writing" activity.  Do you have ... READ MORE


12/03/11 - 12/17/11

Saturday Art Workshop & Tour for Visitors - December, 2011

Every Saturday, for the cost of admission, visitors can receive a free guided tour of the Museum followed by an ... READ MORE


11/17/11

Join us for a MiND TV Film Screening

MiND TV, an independent public learning channel, will host a FREE screening of its November film series, True ... READ MORE


11/16/11

Meet "Cruel Games" Author, Rose Ciotta

Award winning reporter and editor at the Philadelphia Inquirer, Rose Ciotta, will be signing copies of her book, ... READ MORE


09/15/11 - 10/15/11

Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is a time when our country honors outstanding U.S. citizens who trace their ... READ MORE


09/14/11

"Life After Oprah" and Other TV Topics

A recognized expert on TV programming, Philly TV columnist and award-winning blogger Laura Nachman will give us the ... READ MORE


09/10/11 - 09/11/11

Observe the 10th Anniversary of 9/11 at the National Liberty Museum

Join our country in remembering the events of September 11, 2001 by visiting the National Liberty Museum on the 10th ... READ MORE


09/03/11 - 09/05/11

Labor Day Event at the National Liberty Museum

Labor Day is a national tribute to the contributions America's workers have made to the strength, prosperity and ... READ MORE


08/30/11

Book Signing by Owner of Old City's Fork Restaurant

Ellen Yin, the respected owner of Fork Restaurant, will be signing copies of Forklore, a book that tells ... READ MORE


08/18/11 - 08/26/11

Poster Giveaway to Celebrate "Heroes of Character" Birthdays

The National Liberty Museum is giving away FREE posters on the birthdays of two of the heroes from ... READ MORE


07/09/11 - 09/05/11

Free Admission for Children!

The National Liberty Museum is offering free admission for all children ages 12 years and under who visit with their ... READ MORE


07/02/11 - 07/04/11

Celebrate July 4th Weekend at the National Liberty Museum

For this one weekend only, we're creating a unique "Liberty Trail" throughout our eight galleries ... READ MORE


06/16/11

Book Signing by Philadelphia authors Murray Dubin and Daniel Biddle

The Philadelphia Inquirer's Murray Dubin and Daniel Biddle are authors of "Tasting Freedom: Octavius Catto ... READ MORE


05/28/11 - 05/30/11

Memorial Day at National Liberty Museum

The National Liberty Museum is honoring the brave men and women who've served in the U.S. Armed Forces by ... READ MORE


04/16/11 - 04/23/11

Celebrate Earth Week at the National Liberty Museum

Be an "Environmental Hero!"  Celebrate Earth Week at the National Liberty Museum by enjoying ... READ MORE


04/07/11 - 05/01/11

"Decorative Arts from the Era" Exhibit - a PIFA event

The National Liberty Museum is joining the Philadelphia International Festival of the Arts (PIFA) in its celebraton ... READ MORE


03/24/11

Generation to Generation Glass Show Opening Event

On Thursday, March 24, we are opening a new glass show called "Generation to Generation."  It is ... READ MORE


02/21/11

Presidents' Day at the National Liberty Museum

Come celebrate Presidents' Day at the National Liberty Museum!  You'll enjoy a special guided tour ... READ MORE


02/13/11

Sweet Sunday

Enjoy delicious cupcakes & sip cozy hot tea while browsing our new exclusive selection of dazzling jewelry and ... READ MORE


12/15/10

Lecture and Book Signing by Dr. Harold Kirsch

Join us when this just-off-the-press author provides insights into his exciting fictional and pictorial view of the ... READ MORE


12/05/10

New Sunday Hours and Program

Beginning December 5, 2010, the Museum will be changing our Sunday hours to 12 noon - 6pm.  We will also be ... READ MORE


11/18/10

Free Screening of Veterans Film

The National Liberty Museum is hosting a film presented by MiND TV.  It is a showcase of five ... READ MORE


11/17/10

"An Artist Looks at Family and Society" Meet and Greet Artist Judy Gelles

Artist Judy Gelles will discuss how family and society have informed and influenced her work.  Her art spans ... READ MORE


11/11/10

Veterans Day at the National Liberty Museum

Known as America's Home for Heroes, the National Liberty Museum honors America's Armed Forces by welcoming ... READ MORE


10/07/10

Meet the Artist

Join us for the opening of "Transcensions," a special exhibit by glass artists Michael Menconi ... READ MORE


09/15/10

Police & Firefighter Awards

Reception and ceremony honoring police officers and firefighters who have distinguished themselves in the line of ... READ MORE


07/26/10 - 07/28/10

Live Radio Show Broadcast

The National Liberty Museum will host the live broadcast of News Talk 990AM WNTP's "The Dennis Prager ... READ MORE


07/07/10 - 09/07/10

"Let Art Freedom Ring" Liberty Bells on Display

After traveling around the city for the July 4th Holiday, two original 6-ft. tall Liberty Bells created by area ... READ MORE


07/01/10 - 07/31/10

July Craft Corner

For over 200 years, the Liberty Bell has been a symbol of freedom for our country.  It represents the rights ... READ MORE


06/30/10

"Let Art Freedom Ring" Liberty Bell Project Launch

Through a collaboration of the National Liberty Museum and the Philadelphia Arts in Education Partnership (PAEP), ... READ MORE


06/08/10

Caretoon Contest Awards Ceremony

Join us when we announce the winners of our 2010 Caretoon Contest.  Prizes will be presented in four ... READ MORE


05/01/10 - 05/31/10

May Craft Corner

In keeping with our Museum’s mission to promote respect for all people, this May we would like to celebrate ... READ MORE


04/01/10 - 04/30/10

April Craft Corner

Our April Craft corner reflects the importance of our nation's diversity. Just as a car engine needs many ... READ MORE


04/01/10 - 04/30/10

April Exhibit Highlights

Did you know that the United States has the largest population of people from different backgrounds than any other ... READ MORE


03/10/10

Comic Art as Political Commentary An evening inspired by "One Book, One Philadelphia"

Join Cartoonists Signe Wilkinson and Tony Auth for a discussion about the use of cartoons in political commentary. The ... READ MORE


03/01/10 - 03/31/10

March Exhibit Highlights

The National Liberty Museum is the perfect place to celebrate Women's History Month. There may be too few ... READ MORE


03/01/10 - 03/31/10

March Craft Corner

In honor of Women's History Month, our Craft Corner for March invites you to follow in the footsteps of ... READ MORE


02/01/10 - 02/28/10

February Exhibit Highlights

Black History Month is a time for us all to reflect on the history of African-Americans since the founding of our ... READ MORE


02/01/10 - 02/28/10

February Craft Corner

Our February Craft Corner is inspired by a treasured tradition in African-American culture, quilting. From our ... READ MORE