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When visiting Philadelphia, you should make sure to include a museum visit. The Franklin Institute is one of the top attractions for children in Philadelphia. There are plenty of hands-on activities to engage your child’s imagination and encourage critical thinking. You can even watch a movie at the Franklin Institute’s planetarium. Philadelphia is a great place for families to bring kids and offers a number of events, including a science festival and a community night. If you’re planning a trip with the whole family, the museum has plenty of things to do, including merchandise and live shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you’re planning a trip to Philadelphia, be sure to check out the Academy of Music, which is located just a few blocks from the University of Pennsylvania. The Kimmel Center is also close by, offering free performances by some of the best musicians in the world. Visiting Philadelphia during the summer offers the opportunity to experience the orchestra’s unique style. You can also experience an orchestral concert at the Mann Center. There are performances from classical music to jazz, as well as orchestral works, choral concerts and live movie scores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A visit to the Franklin Institute, which was founded in 1824, is also a great way to learn more about the history of Philadelphia. With interactive exhibits covering everything from aviation to anatomy, you can find a museum that interests you. The Franklin Institute also houses a planetarium and an IMAX theater. In addition to the Franklin Institute, you should also check out the Eastern State Penitentiary, which opened in 1829. The penitentiary was open until 1971, but today it’s preserved as a museum. Guided tours of the crumbling cell blocks are available for visitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also check out the Liberty Bell and other historic buildings in Independence Historic National Park. There are over 32,000 graves here, and you can view them with the National Historical Park. You can also check out the oldest neighborhood in Philadelphia, which is called Elfreth’s Alley. This street is lined with Georgian-style red brick houses. It’s a quintessential historic street in Philadelphia. The Liberty Bell is one of the most photographed sights in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Blue Cross RiverRink is a popular attraction in the area. It’s open every day of the week, and includes free admission. The Blue Horizon, which featured in the Rocky 5 film, is another historic spot in Philadelphia. Originally a residential property, it later became a boxing powerhouse. The park is still open today, so it’s worth checking out if you’re in the area. If you’re not sure what to do while visiting Philadelphia, it’s worth taking a day or two to explore this historic site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another important park in Philadelphia is the Fairmount Park. A large city park, Fairmount is divided by the Schuylkill River. The park is home to a variety of outdoor activities and features public art and sculptures. It also houses a memorial hall. Visitors will find a number of historic houses and monuments in the park. The park is an ideal place to take a picnic or spend some quality time with the family. And, if you have children, you should make sure you take them to the Please Touch Museum. The museum also features a 1908 Woodside Park Dentzel Carousel and a variety of interactive exhibits.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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