Shop local, shop Liberty! The NLM invites you to a unique holiday shopping experience — one that makes a difference. Inspired by the Craftivism exhibition, the Craftivism Holiday Marketplace supports local artists and makers who are promoting positive change with enlightened, […]
#DoBoth returns December 3 at 7PM, hosted by Flirt Vonnegut. Enjoy a delightful, raucous, AND educational night of lightning Tedx-style lectures followed by steamy burlesque performances, featuring: Jaeda, “Untangling the Secrets of the Human Hair Business” Jaeda is a […]
Learn about unique, cross-departmental ways to spark student creativity and advocacy through mini workshops, networking with local education organizations, and curricular resources, all inspired by the National Liberty Museum’s newest exhibition Craftivism: Activism Through Craft. Admission is FREE and open to […]
Although he did not live to see today's climate movement, Dr. King's ideas and advocacy laid the groundwork for understanding the links between social and environmental justice. This MLK Day of Service, the Liberty Museum is thinking about sustainability as […]
Art by Shannon Downey. The Carpenters’ Company and The National Liberty Museum present a provocative virtual conversation between craftivist Shannon Downey and Dr. Hinda Mandell, associate professor at Rochester Institute of Technology. Shannon will discuss her work and exhibition, […]
Thursday, February 3, 2022 at 4pm & 5 pm Join us to read The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade by Justin Roberts and explore the concept of Integrity with Lila Liberty. Learners will make connections to their own lives […]
NLM at Night is officially back for 2022 with music, libations, and the pursuit of happiness! In honor of Black History Month, savor the historic yet timeless music of the Sound of Philadelphia and learn about notable Black voices in […]
Join the NLM for our first ever Member Appreciation Weekend. Enjoy a Members-Only Lounge with food and refreshments from our partners at Campo's Deli from 11am - 2pm. We're also offering an additional 15% off everything in the museum shop […]
From "Black Panther" to "Storm," Black superheroes are a staple in the comic book world. What characteristics make Black heroes super? How do they inspire real life heroes? In this all-ages event, we answer these questions with comic experts from […]
Join the National Liberty Museum for an Educator Open House focused on encouraging inclusivity, diversity, and expression in the classroom. Meet with local education organizations, hear from experts during mini workshop sessions, and explore the museum's newest exhibition Deconstructing Bowie: […]
Join us for Malala’s Magic Pencil by Malala Yousafzai and learn what it means to have perseverance in difficult times. Then, make and use magic pencils of your own to explore how to shape a better world! Readings at 4PM & 5PM. […]
(Exclusive pre-party starting at 5:30 p.m. for members and VIP ticket holders) Enjoy light snacks, signature cocktails from Tattooed Mom, Bowie movies, raffles and more as you explore our Deconstructing Bowie exhibit! Doors open to the general public at 6:30PM. […]
Join the National Liberty Museum (NLM) and America250PA for an information session on the Young Heroes Outreach Program (YHOP), an intensive, project-based civics learning program for 4th-8th graders. This year-long program empowers students to learn and practice the civic leadership […]
Join us for a dialogue with Greg Lukianoff, president of the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education, one of the nation’s leading advocates for academic freedom and viewpoint diversity. Lukianoff is author of “Unlearning Liberty” and co-author of “The Coddling […]
Recycled Art-Making Workshop with Joel Spivak, Philadelphia Dumpster Divers Joel Spivak, a native of Philadelphia, has had a varied career in architecture and the arts. His community service is legendary and has impacted neighborhoods all over the city. Join Joel […]
Thursday, April 7 at 4pm & 5pm Join us to read Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña and learn what it means to have empathy for your friends, family, and community. Together, learners and their families […]
Join us as we celebrate our newest exhibition La Brega: Art for Reimagining the World featuring the work of renowned artist Johnny Irizarry. In an evening inspired by Irizarry's art and the Puerto Rican history and culture it reflects, take […]
Thursday, April 21, 2022 at 4pm & 5 pm Join us to read The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade by Justin Roberts and explore the concept of Integrity with Lila Liberty. Learners will make connections to their own lives […]
Families are invited for a day of games, crafts and activities to celebrate Puerto Rican culture and heritage as part of our newest exhibition La Brega: Art for Reimagining the World, in partnership with Taller Puertorriqueño. Featured activities include […]
Thursday, May 5th at 4pm & 5pm Join us to read After the Fall by Dan Santat and learn what it means to demonstrate courage in your life. Learners will create their own Courage Cape just like Lila Liberty's, create […]
The National Liberty Museum is celebrating teachers with a special Educator Open House for Teacher Appreciation Week! Teachers, administrators, and school faculty receive free admission to the museum to explore our exhibitions, including our newest installation La Brega: Art for […]
Thursday, June 2nd 4pm & 5pm Big Ideas for Little Learners is a literacy program for pre-schoolers and their families. Developed in partnership with the Early Childhood Education Center at the Salvation army Kroc Center, this program introduces “big ideas” […]
Join the NLM as we celebrate the opening of This is My Home with a festive Soiree! This is My Home invites selected artists to share their personal histories, experiences, and hopes for the future in their own site-specific installations. […]
For Pride, NLM hosts an evening celebrating freedom of self-expression featuring the ever-entertaining rock and roll drag cabaret starring Miss Martha Graham Cracker. Hailed as "The Drag Queen King of Philadelphia," Martha sings live, backed by her world-class four-piece band […]
Join us for an all-ages celebration commemorating the end of slavery and the ongoing project of liberation. Artist Zsudayka Nzinga will lead tours of her installation “Afro Bohemian,” featured in our exhibition This is My Home. The installation brings together […]
Thursday, June 23rd 4pm & 5pm Big Ideas for Little Learners is a literacy program for pre-schoolers and their families. Developed in partnership with the Salvation Army Kroc Center and supported by the William Penn Foundation, this program introduces “big […]
Thursday, June 30; Friday, July 1; Sunday, July 3rd; Monday, July 4th Join us for a celebration of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness all holiday weekend. Explore our latest exhibitions This is My Home and La Brega: Art […]
Free with museum admission “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal..." One of the most consequential phrases in history, this piece of the Declaration of Independence has been at the heart of American democracy […]
Join us with FREE admission for a celebration of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness as part of Wawa Welcome America! Explore our latest exhibitions This is My Home and La Brega: Art for Reimagining the World and take […]
Inspired by our summer exhibition This is My Home, join us for a day of all-ages fun, with special activities for young learners and their caregivers! Explore the relationship between play, building projects, and reading skills with stories and games […]
