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Makers of Revolutionary Philadelphia Living History Day 2025

May 17, 2025

Join several historical tradespeople at the Museum to do hands-on crafts and activities, see demonstrations of 18th-century skills and trades, and meet the people who made the Revolution in 1770s Philadelphia.

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    Apr 12
    A Museum educator shows a replica flag to a group of school students aboard the sloop in the Museum's core exhibition.

    Spring Break 2025 at the Museum

    April 12–27, 2025
    Wave hello to spring at the Museum of the American Revolution during Spring Break, April 12–27, 2025, with a new special exhibition, family-friendly crafts, in-gallery talks, and more.
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    May 01
    This image shows the book cover for "The Fate of the Day" to the left of author Rick Atkinson's portrait.

    Read the Revolution Speaker Series with Rick Atkinson

    May 1, 2025 from 6:30-7:30 p.m.
    Pulitzer Prize-winning author Rick Atkinson will join the Museum for a hybrid lecture and discussion inspired by his latest book, "The Fate of the Day: The War for America, Fort Ticonderoga to Charleston, 1777-1780."
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    May 08
    A photo of Pulaski's Legion Standard flag

    Collections Society Benefactor Event - VIP Private Collections Tour & Lecture at Maryland Center for History and Culture

    May 8, 2025 from 3:00 - 7:30 p.m.
    Collections Society members at the Benefactor level ($1,000) and above are invited to meet Museum staff and experts at The Maryland Center for History and Culture for a private behind-the-scenes tour of Revolutionary collections and textiles.
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    May 10
    A costumed living history interpreter demonstrates sewing a sail.

    Member Morning: Makers of Revolutionary Philadelphia Lecture

    May 10, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.
    Museum Members are invited to join a Museum educator for a lively discussion about the artisans and craftspeople of Revolutionary Philadelphia.
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    May 10
    Woman and child in Revolution Place

    Mother's Day Weekend 2025 at the Museum

    May 10-11, 2025
    Celebrate inspiring, trailblazing women this Mother’s Day weekend at the Museum and learn about the diverse women who played vital roles during the Revolutionary War.
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    May 13
    A photo of a display case with a painting of George Washington and several artifacts

    Historical Art and Objects as Teaching Tools

    May 13, 2025 from 7-8:30 p.m.
    Join us for our Historical Art and Objects as Teaching Tools workshop as we examine paintings centered on the American Revolution in addition to material culture from the Revolutionary Era.
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    May 15
    State Of The Museum Address

    2025 State of the Museum Address

    May 15, 2025 from 6-7:30 p.m.
    Museum Members are invited to join us onsite and online for the seventh annual State of the Museum Address delivered by President & CEO Dr. R. Scott Stephenson.
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    May 17
    Image 052023 Makers Meg Weaving Costumed Interpretation Jr3b0290

    Makers of Revolutionary Philadelphia Living History Day 2025

    May 17, 2025
    Join several historical tradespeople at the Museum to do hands-on crafts and activities, see demonstrations of 18th-century skills and trades, and meet the people who made the Revolution in 1770s Philadelphia.
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    May 24
    A Museum educator dressed in 18th century clothing shows visitors the Museum's handsewn silk replica of Washington's Standard flag.

    Memorial Day Weekend 2025 at the Museum

    May 24-26, 2025
    Join the Museum for Memorial Day Weekend to honor the men and women who lost their lives in service to their country during the Revolutionary War and celebrate the freedoms they fought to secure for future generations.
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    May 30
    True Colours Project flags hanging in a circle the Museum

    AmRev Presents: World Affairs Council Global Quizzo on Revolutions

    Friday, May 30, 2025 from 5:30 - 8 p.m.
    Join World Affairs Council of Philadelphia for their popular 21-and-over Global Quizzo series on this “banner night,” presented with special exhibit access at the Museum! With themed trivia rounds hosted by Museum and World Affairs Council experts as well as access to the Museum’s special exhibit, Banners of Liberty: An Exhibition of Original Revolutionary War Flags, guests are invited to test their knowledge of flags, geography, history, pop culture, declarations, and revolutions around the world.
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