Step back in history to the birth of our nation and look into the lives of our country's founding fathers. In Philadelphia you and your students will see where passionate colonists campaigned for succession and noble patriots declared our national independence. You and your students will stand in the room where the Constitution was written and experience the excitement of our nation's proud history.

 

WorldStrides Programs to Philadelphia:
The Birth of A Nation From hallowed historical sites to modern museums, from celebrated historical figures to modern day heroes, Philadelphia has something for everyone.
Christian Discoveries ~ On a Christian Discoveries program, students are challenged to evaluate their personal relationship with God and discover how they can make a difference in the world.

 

Independence Hall: Explore where the Declaration of Independence was adopted and the Constitution was written

Liberty Bell:
See our nation's most revered symbol of liberty

Congress Hall: Visit where the U.S. Congress met from 1790-1800

Franklin Court:
See where Ben Franklin lived and discover a printing office and an underground museum

Betsy Ross House: Explore the home where Betsy lived and made our American Flag

Christ Church: Visit one of our nation's most famous churches where George Washington, Ben Franklin, Betsy Ross, patriots, loyalists, heroes, and traitors all worshiped

United States Mint: Tour the world's largest mint and see coins being made

Graff House:
See the house where Thomas Jefferson penned the Declaration of Independence

Old City Hall: Hear talks on early U.S. history where the U.S. Supreme Court met from 1791-1800

Franklin Institute:
Test scientific principles in this hands-on museum

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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