2026143 250th American Birthplace Story with lunch

06/26/2026  Friday  Trip#2026143

 

PHILADELPHIA 250: The America’s Birthplace Story with a three-course lunch in Philadelphia

 

Today on tour we will hear stories of the people, places and things that made Colonial Philadelphia the seat of government for the young nation. … and see the very buildings associated with the founding of the United States of America including the site of the First and Second Continental Congress. · What let up to the First Continental Congress in 1774 … followed by the Second Continental Congress? · Who was the Committee of Five? · How many changes were made to the Declaration of Independence prior to adoption? What was the treasonous act committed inside Independence Hall? · What happened next after July 4th? Learn the answers to these questions and experience the places where the creation of the country took place – 250 years ago! The highlight of the day will be an at-your-own-pace visit to the Museum of the American Revolution (including audio guide tour) to see the core collection plus special exhibition, The Declaration’s Journey. The exhibition will bring together in a single presentation the most important American and international documents and objects that demonstrate the lasting international significance of the American Declaration of Independence.

The story that will be told is all about the revolution – “Philadelphia 250.”  You will visit:

 

MUSEUMS

• Carpenter’s Hall – the site of the First Continental Congress (1774)

• Pennsylvania State House (site of the 2^nd Continental Congress – now known as Independence Hall)

• Philosophical Hall (These Truths: The Declarations of Independence) AND/OR West Wing (Legacies of Independence) subject to crowds

• and, as noted, Museum of the American Revolution and The Declaration’s Journey exhibit

 

Activity Level NOTE: This tour will require walking both indoors and outdoors for extended periods of time. Certain conditions will dictate the attractions visited for exterior versus interior tours, such as security clearance lines and speed of tour movement from one point to another.

 

Positano Coast

 

Fresh Salad

 

·       Catch of the Day Francese - batter-dipped and sautéed golden brown with mushrooms, white wine and fresh lemon juice

·       Chicken al Limone - batter dipped, white wine, fresh lemon, artichokes

·       Pasta Primavera - white wine, garlic, seasonal vegetables and a touch of marinara

 

DESSERT COURSE

·       Dessert of the Day

 

BEVERAGES

·       Soft Drinks, Coffee & Tea