Museum of the American Revolution

Museum Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
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What to expect

The Museum of the American Revolution is a history museum dedicated to telling the story of the American Revolution. The museum features a collection of several thousand objects, including artwork, sculpture, textiles, weapons, manuscripts, and rare books. The museum's exhibitions portray the individuals and events of the American Revolution and engage people in the history and continuing relevance of the Revolution. Visitors can explore stories of enslaved and free Africans, Native Americans, and women, in addition to the Founding Fathers and Revolutionary War soldiers, through immersive displays and fascinating artifacts. The museum also features a two-story replica of the Liberty Tree, a large-scale replica of an 18th-century ship, and an immersive discussion between members of the Oneida Indian Nation. Nearly 500 artifacts and thousands of other objects are on display alongside more than 20 life-like figures. The museum offers various interactive experiences, including theaters, major interactive screens, and soundscapes, making it a great place to visit with family and friends

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Best Things to Do in Philadelphia with Kids | Philadelphia Family Vacations

Best Things to Do in Philadelphia with Kids | Philadelphia Family Vacations
This family's experience:

Activities: We took a family highlights tour of the Museum of the American Revolution

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the interactive exhibits and learning about the American Revolution ✨

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Philadelphia Weekend With Kids: 14 Top Things To See & Do
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Museum of the American Revolution. It has some really cool and unique exhibits including a collection of photos of people who were alive during the revolution and lived long enough for cameras to come along and take pictures of them

Highlights: The museum has some really cool and unique exhibits, including a collection of photos of people who were alive during the revolution and lived long enough for cameras to come along and take pictures of them. We also saw George Washington’s tent ✨

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48 hours in Philadelphia with Kids

48 hours in Philadelphia with Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the American Revolutionary War Museum, watched two short movies, and explored the interactive exhibition hall

Highlights: The kids found the museum informative and educational, and enjoyed seeing George Washington's war tent ✨

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Philadelphia, USA
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the museum and saw the exhibits on the American Revolution

Highlights: We enjoyed the well-produced videos and interactive displays ✨