Special Programs

Building hours and program guide May 2012 (PDF download print / smartphone)

Special Programs - May 2012
Program	Summary
George Washington's Band of Brothers	In commemoration of Memorial Day, join a park ranger for a tour of the portrait gallery that will introduce George Washington and his Generals; who, against all odds, led the soldiers of the Continental Army to victory over the armies of Great Britain and won American Independence. Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S. Saturday, May 26 and Sunday, May 27 3:00pm-3:30pm
Junior Ranger Induction Ceremony	A park ranger conducts a special ceremony for all the children who have completed our Junior Ranger booklet. (10 minutes) Saturdays and Sundays at 4:00 pm; Independence Visitor Center
Heroism and Sacrifice During the American Revolution	Join a park ranger and a revolutionary war soldier to learn more about the struggles and sacrifices made by members of the military during the American Revolution. The program will begin promptly at 3:00pm by observing the national moment of silence and conclude at 4:30pm after participating in the wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the American Revolution in Washington Square. Meet across Chestnut Street from Independence Hall. Memorial Day Monday, May 28, 3:00pm-4:30pm
Moses Williams: Cutter of Profiles	Hear the amazing story of Moses Williams, who learned to operate the Physiognotrace to earn his freedom and a good living making silhouettes in Peale's Museum. (15 minutes) Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 pm; The Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S.
Stories of Struggle	Join a park ranger for a slide program highlighting the stories of the people, places and events surrounding the founding and early years of the United States of America. (30 minutes) Saturdays and Sundays at 4:00 pm; Portrait Gallery in the Second Bank of the U.S.
Barnacles & Bullets	Join a park ranger for a family friendly program about the life of an average soldier or sailor during the American revolution. (15 minutes) Saturdays and Sundays at 2:30 pm; New Hall Military Museum

 

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