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SUMMARY:Pay-What-You-Wish Second Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Experience history and the spirit of liberty at the National Liberty Museum during Pay-What-You-Wish Second Sunday! This monthly event invites all visitors to explore the museum at a price that fits their budget. From dynamic exhibitions to interactive experiences\, Second Sunday is a unique way to engage with Philadelphia’s leading museum dedicated to liberty in action. \nFamilies\, students\, and lifelong learners can enjoy exhibits highlighting individuals who championed freedom\, along with art installations that inspire reflection and conversation. Visitors can also participate in hands-on activities and explore how free speech and community action shape a just society. Whether you’re planning a fun family outing\, a thoughtful solo visit\, or a group trip\, this inclusive pay-what-you-wish program offers an accessible opportunity to connect with history and ideas that matter.
URL:https://www.libertymuseum.org/event/pay-what-you-wish-second-sunday/2025-06-08/
LOCATION:National Liberty Museum\, 321 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Pay-What-You-Wish,Second Sundays
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SUMMARY:Third Thursday
DESCRIPTION: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. Sip on specialty cocktails and mocktails crafted exclusively for the night and enjoy an eclectic mix of creative entertainment—from live music and performance art to engaging workshops and interactive experiences. Each Third Thursday offers exclusive access to the Museum’s galleries\, allowing you to explore thought-provoking exhibits in a relaxed\, intimate setting. \nThird Thursdays are 21+ events. IDs will be checked upon entry. \n  \nTHIS MONTH \nCivic Season is here\, and we are ready to celebrate! Test your knowledge of everything from history to pop culture with a special Quizzo trivia game night and enjoy free pizza in partnership with Made By Us and Pizza to the Polls. Get a sneak preview of one of the live musicians who will be performing at this year’s Red\, White\, & Blue To-Do hosted by Philadelphia’s Historic District Partners. \n  \nKJ McNeill \n \nKJ has been a professional musician since the age of 10\, and has not slowed down once since. Being raised in a musical household\, he quickly learned the value of mastering multiple instruments (drums/percussion\, guitar\, bass\, keys)\, as well as becoming a seasoned vocalist & producer. Currently\, KJ works with several bands\, including American Deluxe Band for which he is the lead male vocalist/drummer. KJ’s life as a live musician also include regularly performing with acclaimed trumpeter\, Lee Hogans (Prince\, Maceo Parker)\, as part his group “Pursuance”. Independently\, he has produced music for his own projects (KJ MCNEILL- “Contact”)\, as well as other artists; Hadar\, Brenda K. Star\, Thomas Clay\, Ginger Coyle\, Cole Redding\, Joey Gallagher\, KeithFromUpDaBlock\, Abstract Truth and more. Most recently\, he was fortunate enough to accompany the incomparable STEVIE WONDER as a vocalist on his latest tour! @kjmcneillmusic \n  \nQuizzo with Brittany Wickham \nBrittany is a dedicated informal edutainer who works to make content engaging and interactive for kids and adults of all ages. From science to civics\, goofy to reflective\, hospital playroom to pub trivia- she’ll hook you in and leave you with something to think about. Bringing Philly’s classic “Quizzo” framework to the museum\, Brittany works to incorporate meaningful concepts of liberty into the Third Thursday environment. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nA Slice of History \nThis month’s Third Thursday is part of the ‘Slice of History’ event series organized by Made by Us and Pizza to the Polls.  Participants will experience a winning combo: learning something useful\, meeting new peers\, visiting a local museum\, and free pizza. \n  \n  \n \n“On Our 250th” Wish Wall \nWe’re partnering with Made by Us\, The New York Historical\, and history museums across the country to invite YOU to share your wish for the United States’ 250th birthday\, coming next year. What are your hopes for the future of America? Who do we want to be a year from now? 10 years from now? 100? Now is your chance to make your voice heard. Contribute to our pop-up “Wish Wall” on site from Juneteenth through July 4\, or add your wish at OnOur250th.org. \n  \nSpecialty Cocktails \nCrafted by Bartender Sean Clarke \nSummer Spritz  |  Hornitos blanco tequila\, Aperol\, lime\, rosemary\, grapefruit soda \nBerry Bold  |  Bluecoat gin\, raspberry cordial\, prosecco\, rose \n  \nABOUT CIVIC SEASON \nJuneteenth will mark the beginning of the fourth annual Civic Season\, a new summer tradition focused on utilizing our past to prepare for our future. This period unites our nation’s newest holiday\, Juneteenth\, with its oldest holiday\, July 4th\, and is co-designed with Gen Z learners\, activists\, thought leaders\, and historians. Gen Z is the generation stepping into adult citizenship on the cusp of the United States’ 250th birthday in 2026 – Civic Season invites them to have a voice in the conversations that will shape it. Civic Season is the flagship program from Made By Us\, a network of hundreds of museums\, historic sites\, libraries and archives unleashing access to history for younger generations who have the most at stake. \n  \nTICKETS \n$15 General Admission \nFree for National Liberty Museum Members \nTickets include 1 complimentary drink ticket\, additional alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase \n  \nBECOME AN NLM MEMBER TODAY \nand receive free admission to Third Thursday events for an entire year! \n\nAce level members have access to 1 free ticket per event\nAlly and Advocate level members have access to 2 free tickets per event\nAmbassador level members have access to 4 free tickets per event\n\n 
URL:https://www.libertymuseum.org/event/third-thursday-june-2025/
LOCATION:National Liberty Museum\, 321 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,After Hours,Third Thursdays
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SUMMARY:NLM Celebrates: Independence Week
DESCRIPTION:Complete your journey through Historic Philadelphia with a visit to the National Liberty Museum and experience the power of liberty today! Celebrate the Independence Day season with pay-what-you-wish admission all week long and engaging activities for all ages. Explore Let’s Talk: Confronting What Divides Us\, our newest interactive exhibition inviting meaningful conversation across divides. \n  \nDAILY PROGRAMMING\nCreation Station \nUse your artistic inspiration and take home your own piece of the Museum. Make a statement and design your own custom button inspired by our museum exhibitions or your own unique vision. Strike a pose and capture the memories with friends and family in our themed photo booth. \nLet Freedom Ring \nMake a donation in support of the Museum for the opportunity to let freedom ring by sounding our replica of the famous Liberty Bell. \n“On Our 250th” Wish Wall \nWe’re partnering with Made By Us\, The New York Historical\, and history museums across the country to invite YOU to share your wish for the United States’ 250th birthday\, coming next year. What are your hopes for the future of America? Who do we want to be a year from now? 10 years from now? 100? Now is your chance to make your voice heard. Contribute to our pop-up “Wish Wall” on site from Juneteenth through July 4\, or add your wish at OnOur250th.org. \nThe Art of the Word: Drop-In Art Making inspired by Word Powered Artist Shelley Brenner Baird \nIs there a word that holds power for you or one you think should be championed to the world? Draw inspiration from the work of Word Powered exhibition artist Shelley Brenner Baird to create your own letter mash-up “power word” to take home. Baird has recently focused on campaign signs\, deconstructing them and reconstructing the letters into new words and phrases. Visitors can tap into the immense power of words by using letters cut from election yard signs to create their own word art. \nVisitors of all ages are invited to drop in and create between 10 am and 5 pm. All materials provided. \n  \nSunday\, June 29  \nWawa Welcome America Free Museum Day  \nWednesday\, July 2  \nRed\, White\, & Blue To-Do hosted by Philadelphia’s Historic District  \n 
URL:https://www.libertymuseum.org/event/nlm-celebrates-independence-week-2025/
LOCATION:National Liberty Museum\, 321 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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SUMMARY:NLM Celebrates: Wawa Welcome America Free Museum Day
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Independence Week with our Free Museum Day as part of the city-wide Wawa Welcome America Festival. Join us for activities marking the Independence Day season and discover the power of using your voice in our engaging Year of Free Speech exhibitions. Ongoing activities include art-making workshops inspired by our exhibitions\, interactive button making and a photo booth at our Creation Station\, and the opportunity to ring our replica Liberty Bell. \n  \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS\nCreation Station  |  10 am – 5 pm \nUse your artistic inspiration and take home your own piece of the Museum. Make a statement and design your own custom button inspired by our museum exhibitions or your own unique vision. Strike a pose and capture the memories with friends and family in our themed photo booth. \n  \nLet Freedom Ring  |  10 am – 5 pm \nMake a donation in support of the Museum for the opportunity to let freedom ring by sounding our replica of the famous Liberty Bell. \n  \nProtect Your Books: Making Book Cover Bags with Micki Spiller  |  11 am – 1 pm & 2 pm – 4 pm \nJoin Word Powered exhibition artist Micki Spiller to construct and decorate your own book cover bags inspired by her “Banned Book Bandoliers.” Visitors can celebrate free speech by creating a book cover out of embroidery canvas with handles that double as a carrier. Customize your book cover and play with textiles and embroidery. Visitors of all ages are invited to drop-in and participate throughout the day. Materials are provided and participants are encouraged to bring their favorite book to cover. \n  \nABOUT WAWA WELCOME AMERICA\nWawa Welcome America is Philadelphia’s premier summer festival that celebrates freedom and independence from Juneteenth to July 4th! As the nation’s largest July 4th celebration and one of the largest free festivals in the country\, Wawa Welcome America offers Philadelphians and visitors sixteen days of free\, family-friendly programs that celebrate the lives\, voices\, and experiences of all Americans through art\, culture\, wellness\, and history. The Wawa Welcome America Festival includes concerts\, firework displays\, Wawa Hoagie Day and more! \n 
URL:https://www.libertymuseum.org/event/welcome-america-free-museum-day-2025/
LOCATION:National Liberty Museum\, 321 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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