Each year, PARK(ing) Day invites cities around the country to rethink what public places can be by transforming parking spaces into miniature parks. This year, NLM is partnering with PHILADELPHIA250 to create a pop-up experience designed to inspire reflection and […]
In conjunction with Project Liberty: A Design Challenge, the National Liberty Museum is teaming up with local artisans and designers, and our friends at the Museum For Art in Wood, to create a dedicated Design Marketplace, where creative thinking meets […]
To celebrate the opening of our latest exhibition, Project Liberty: A Design Challenge, join us for pay-what-you-wish admission and engaging activities suitable for all ages. Stop by our Project Liberty Creation Station to make a button, and join our Director […]
Join Temple University Architecture Professors Ulysses Sean Vance, Jeffrey Nesbit and Ryan Thomas Devlin, along with Keely Milbourne (Haverford College) and Peng Du (Jefferson University), and Inga Saffron, architecture critic for the Philadelphia Inquirer as they reveal and discuss design […]
Also opening with Bowie Bash: Amplified on January 5th, the Philly Loves Bowie Pop-Up Gallery and Art Sale will feature 14 local and national artists celebrating the liberating power of David Bowie, his persona, and related iconography and showcasing his […]
Donate an instrument. Change a life. In honor of our newest exhibition Amplified: Art, Music, Power, the National Liberty Museum is hosting an instrument donation drive benefiting the Gift of Music program at Musicopia. Musicopia’s Gift of Music program collects, […]
Kick off Philly Loves Bowie Week with NLM’s 4th Annual Bowie Bash, featuring live music, a cash bar, themed activities, and more. The evening will be hosted by Eric13, a singer, guitarist, DJ, and original member of Philly’s All Star […]
Join us for a celebration of the power of music during our Community Open House featuring pay-what-you-wish admission and engaging activities suitable for all ages. Check out our latest exhibition Amplified: Art, Music, Power and explore how music can serve […]
Celebrate Black History Month with a journey through 50 years of the art, music, and power of hip hop. Join us for engaging activities suitable for all ages that honor the legacy of hip hop music and culture and highlight […]
Starting with a tour of the Museum’s exhibition Data Nation: Democracy in the Age of A.I., educators will explore the impact of technology on our democratic norms and consider how rapid advances in technology affect student learning. With the understanding […]
This event is currently sold out. From algorithmic news feeds to deep fakes, AI is poised to transform people's day to day engagement with politics. On a broader scale, the role of AI in transnational election interference and surveillance has […]
Happy Mother’s Day from the National Liberty Museum! Shop for Mom at our Museum Shop and get 20% off your Museum Shop purchase of $25 or more. Find unique handmade gifts for Mom including scarves, jewelry, artisanal lighting, candles, tea, […]
Celebrate the opening of our summer exhibition, In Pursuit: Artists' Perspectives on a Nation, with pay-what-you-wish admission during our spring Community Open House! Check out the exhibition and immerse yourself in the complex stories that shape and enrich the American […]
Celebrate the summer season at the National Liberty Museum with Pay-What-You-Wish Wednesdays! From Wednesday, May 15, through Wednesday, July 31, we will be open on Wednesdays, and guests are invited to pay whatever amount they’d like for admission. Explore our […]
Unsure what to make of recent protests and clashes on campus? Join the National Liberty Museum and Voices for Liberty for a unique opportunity to engage with one of the leading lights for civil liberties about the essential role freedom of speech […]
Convening a panel of internationally acclaimed artists featured in In Pursuit: Artists’ Perspectives on a Nation, the National Liberty Museum presents a discussion on the power of art and freedom of expression. Moderator Stephanie Sparling Williams, Curator of American Art […]
Complete your journey through Historic Philadelphia with a visit to the National Liberty Museum and experience the power of liberty today! Join us for activities marking the Independence Day season and delve into the rich complexity of the American story […]
Kick off Independence Week with our Free Museum Day as part of the city-wide Wawa Welcome America Festival. Wawa Welcome America is Philadelphia’s premier July 4th festival, the largest July 4th celebration in America, and one of the largest free […]
We’re joining Philadelphia’s Historic District to celebrate the first annual Red, White, & Blue To-Do! On Tuesday, July 2, America’s most historic square mile will host the Red, White, & Blue To-Do Pomp & Parade, musical performances, special extended hours at […]
This immersive and interactive workshop, in collaboration with Sphere Education Initiatives, offers tools and resources for teachers to engage in meaningful exploration of immigration issues with their students. Investigate and discuss artwork in the Museum’s exhibition In Pursuit: Artists’ Perspectives […]
Online tickets to this event are sold out. Limited walk-up tickets will be available at the door. First come, first served. With 100 days until the 2024 election, immigration remains a top priority issue for voters. Record levels of migration […]
CollegeFest is Campus Philly's official, weekend-long "welcome to Philly" celebration, curated exclusively for new and returning college students in the Philadelphia region! During CollegeFest, students have the unique opportunity to visit 25+ Philadelphia museums and historical sites completely free of […]
Each year, PARK(ing) Day invites cities around the country to rethink what public places can be by transforming parking spaces into miniature parks. As part of Philadelphia’s celebration, we will be hosting a pop-up experience in front of our building […]
Join us for our fall Community Open House, where all ages are invited to enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission, explore our engaging exhibitions, and take part in creative artmaking activities. Catch the last weekend of our summer exhibition, In Pursuit: Artists’ Perspectives […]
Do you want to inspire and prepare your students to use their voice in the democratic process? Through interactive discussions and nonpartisan lesson activities and lessons, educators from PA Youth Vote and the National Liberty Museum will equip teachers with […]
In a time when the boundaries of speech and expression are constantly tested by political, technological, and societal changes, it is essential that we build our understanding of these fundamental rights and think about what’s at stake in the years […]
Celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition, Word Powered: Exploring Free Speech Through Art, a juried exhibition that examines the dynamic relationship between censorship, freedom of expression, and diverse perspectives. Word Powered is the second exhibition in NLM's Year of Free Speech, […]
Discover the power of words and expression at our Community Open House marking the opening weekend of Word Powered: Exploring Free Speech Through Art. Engage your creativity in interactive art-making workshops, craft your own custom buttons, and capture the moment […]
Enjoy pay-what-you-wish admission on the second Sunday of every month, as we welcome you to explore our galleries and immerse yourself in the transformative power of liberty at a price that fits your budget. Every contribution supports our mission to […]
Enjoy an unforgettable night out during Third Thursdays at the National Liberty Museum! Held monthly, this vibrant after-hours event transforms the Museum into a lively social scene to connect with friends, spark inspiration, or simply unwind in a unique atmosphere. […]
