Decorative Arts Sale
At the Museum, glass, as well as many other mediums, is the prism through which we converse with visitors about the fragility of liberty and the role we each play in safeguarding it. In honor of this tradition, we will […]
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Big Ideas for Little Learners – Responsibility
Kroc Center 4200 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFocusing on the Big Idea of responsibility, little learners will read "What if Everybody did that?" and make their own responsibiliTREE. Register Here for the 4 or 5 pm slot.
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NLM at Night: It is Better to Speak – A Women’s History StorySlam
National Liberty Museum 321 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesNLM commemorates Women’s History Month with an evening dedicated to women’s stories, told from perspectives as varied as the experiences that fuel them. First Person Arts brings their unique storytelling space into NLM’s Liberty Hall for this special storyslam. Hear […]
Carpenters’ Hall Recovery Benefit and VIP Access: Past Tense – Turning to History During Uncertain Times
In partnership with Carpenters' Hall, NLM is proud to host this topical conversation about the power of history. NLM brings together a panel featuring Michael Idriss, African American Interpretive Fellow at Museum of the American Revolution; Don Wildman, host of […]
Liberty, Now and Then Conversation Series: Past Tense – Turning to History in Uncertain Times
In partnership with Carpenters Hall, NLM is proud to host this topical conversation about the power of history. VIP ticket holders are invited to join a pre-event reception. Tickets include an exclusive cocktail reception with hosts and panelists, with remarks […]
Big Ideas for Little Learners – Perseverance
Kroc Center 4200 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesIn this session, we'll gain our last liberty super-tool, perseverance! Little Learners will read about Izzy Gizmo, a kid engineer who is always tinkering with things. It's easy to get frustrated and quit, but just like Izzy, we'll try our […]
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Big Ideas for Little Learners – Sofia Valdez, Future Prez
Kroc Center 4200 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesOver the school year, our Little Learners have learned what it means to be a Liberty Superhero. Courage, respect, perseverance, responsibility, integrity, and empathy are all in their super-toolbelt. Along with Lila Liberty, Little Learners and their Carers will look […]
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The Last Word with the Committee of Seventy
C70's mayoral forum will be at the NLM this Thursday and will give voters a chance to zoom out and focus on the big issues two weeks before the election. This moderated event with explore a variety of questions with […]
Young Heroes: Liberty in Action Pop-Up Exhibition
Learning has always been a cornerstone of the NLM, and for the past 20 years, we have been committed to ensuring the next generations are prepared to be active, engaged citizens. From our Young Heroes Outreach Program to field trips […]
Data Nation Exhibition Opening and Community Open House
Celebrate the opening of NLM’s latest exhibition, Data Nation: Democracy in the Age of A.I., with a day of pay-as-you-wish admission and all-ages activities: test your human creativity against AI art generators with our sketch challenges and crack a secret […]
Big Ideas for Little Learners – Maybe Something Beautiful
Kroc Center 4200 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesBig Ideas for Little Learners (BILL) is a literacy program for pre-schoolers and their families. Developed in partnership with the Early Childhood Education Center at the Salvation Army Kroc Center, this program introduces “big ideas” — such as respect, empathy, […]
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Drop-In Artist-led Workshop: From Zine to Screen!
From stone tablets to the printing press to TikTok, how we communicate has played an important role in sharing our beliefs and catalyzing movements. Join Data Nation featured artist Lane Timothy Speidel in this drop-in zine-making workshop. Short for “magazine,” […]
