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Read this excerpt from Maureen Taylor’s book that complied over 50 19th-century photographs and shares biographical information for each person.

Take a closer look at objects related to the legacies of Elizabeth Griscom Ross Ashburn Claypoole, popularly known as Betsy Ross, and James Forten that are now on display in the final gallery of the Museum's core exhibition.

Teachers participating in this free workshop will discover the features of the Museum's Finding Freedom online interactive and explore opportunities for using it in the classroom.

In this free workshop, teachers can discover the Museum's new Finding Freedom online interactive feature and explore the resources and opportunities for using it in the classroom.

Join us for this one-day, in-person workshop to learn “plain sewing” to create a Revolutionary sailor’s linen ditty bag, similar to a modern tote bag, inspired by original examples in our special exhibit, Black Founders: The Forten Family of Philadelphia.

During Philadelphia’s celebration of Navy Week, join us on the Museum’s outdoor plaza for a special performance and ceremony in honor of Commodore John Barry

This excerpt from Carol Berkin shows that while women different experiences of the American Revolution, they each played a unique role in its efforts.

Read an excerpt from Thomas Paine and the Dangerous Word, written by Sarah Jane Marsh and illustrated by Edwin Fotheringham.

Check out nine suggested readings from our collection of Read the Revolution book excerpts addressing the role of cities in the American Revolution.

Read a selection of excerpts from books written by 2022 Conference on Collecting the American Revolution presenters.