Virtual NLM@Night – Where Liberty Lets Loose
Although the Museum is reopening to the public on October 16, we will continue to offer digital experiences for those of you who are not quite ready to return to the Museum in person. Our Virtual NLM@Night series offers fun, engaging, and informative entertainment for adults. Each week, these events will ask audiences to imagine liberty and the impact of everyday heroes.
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Upcoming Events:
Cocktails with a Cause
Leave the textbooks and notepads in the classroom! Join the National Liberty Museum and imbibe on “Cocktails with a Cause,” a happy hour-style series highlighting libations and discussion—all while enjoying cocktail demonstrations from our partners Teakwood Tavern Hospitality. Led by NLM educators, each session begins with a drink inspired by the people and ideas that championed liberty for all, and then you’ll be invited to indulge, discuss, and explore how they continue to inspire us today!
These events are free, but registration is required.
You will receive a link to participate.
Thursday, September 24,* 5pm, Cocktails with a Cause – Celebrate Immigration
Celebrate the fascinating story of US Immigration through the story of National Liberty Museum’s founder Irvin Borowsky. We’ll discuss Philadelphia, America’s changing demographics, and the contributions immigration has made to our communities. Afterwards, you are invited to bring your cocktail on an add-on virtual tour of the NLM with Museum educator Leah Copppage Gross for a $5 fee.
*Note: This event has been rescheduled from Sept. 17. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The event is FREE, but registration is required.
You will receive a link to participate.
Thursday, October 1, 5pm, Cocktails with a Cause – Voting Rights Act of 1965
Election Day is coming up and Philadelphians have until October 19th to register for the 2020 Election. Join NLM as we look at the 1965 Voting Rights Act and what voting actually looks like in America today. And don’t forget to get register and vote!
The event is FREE, but registration is required.
You will receive a link to participate.
Thursday, November 19, 5pm, Cocktails with a Cause – Lincoln’s Proclamation of Thanksgiving
The smell of cranberry sauce and gravy is in the air! Join NLM as we look back on how this American tradition came to be.
The event is FREE, but registration is required.
You will receive a link to participate.
Thursday, December 3, 5pm, Cocktails with a Cause – Repeal of the 18th Amendment/Ratification of the 21st Amendment
The NLM will be taking a look at Prohibition! Explore the ideas that led to the passage and ultimate repeal of the 18th Amendment – all while enjoying a cocktail demonstration from our partners.
The event is FREE, but registration is required.
You will receive a link to participate.
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NLM reopens with a brand new exhibition focusing on freedom
NLM's newest exhibition explores what freedom means through a diverse collection of work from more than 50 Philadelphia artists. The Opening Weekend is October 16-18, 10AM-7PM. Museum members are invited to see it early.Learn more and purchase your time tickets now.
NLM honors 14 inspiring students from across the country
The National Liberty Museum celebrated its 20th annual TD Bank Young Heroes Awards with a Virtual Awards Ceremony on Saturday, September 12. The ceremony honored 14 inspiring students, ages 18 and younger, who identified an area where liberty was lacking and took action to make positive change in their local schools or communities.Learn about these amazing young people here.
Join us for NLM's Virtual Gala & Glass Auction
Celebrate with us on Saturday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m. from the comfort of your own home as our Gala & Glass Auction goes virtual! It's the National Liberty Museum's 20th birthday, and we're marking the occasion with an exciting live auction and unforgettable evening of fun activities.Learn more and purchase your tickets now.
VIRTUAL NLM@Night
Although the National Liberty Museum is reopening, we will continue to offer varied and engaging digital experiences for those of you who are not quite ready to return to the Museum in person. Our Virtual NLM@Night series offers fun, engaging, and informative entertainment on the subject of liberty to adult audiences.Click here to learn about upcoming events.
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Do you know a Healthcare Professional who deserves special recognition?
We are now accepting nominations for our 2020 Healthcare Heroes Award presented by Teva Pharmaceuticals. Awarded in four categories, Healthcare Heroes recognizes professionals in healthcare research and treatment whose accomplishments have had a profound impact on others.This year we are expanding the Community Hero Award category by including all those who participated in helping others in regard to the treatment of COVID-19. Learn more and nominate someone by clicking here.
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