Women of the Revolution Philly Edition
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Remember the ladies of the American Revolution! Betsy Ross, Deborah Franklin, Dolley Todd, Peggy Shippen, and more. Hear firsthand how these bold revolutionary women of Philadelphia helped change the course of the war.
Departure Point
- We meet OUTSIDE the Starbucks at the Constitution Center at the bottom of the steps on ARCH STREET. Please do not wait anywhere inside. Meeting spot is on Arch Street where it intersects with 6th Street.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: National Constitution Center
525 Arch St, Independence Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A national museum dedicated to the Constitution of the United States of America. Meeting point and Tour Introduction.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Free Quaker Meetinghouse
117-199 Elfreth's Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106
What happened to the pacifist Quakers during the American Revolution? See their meetinghouse from the outside, c. 1783, and imagine Betsy Ross attending service there
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Deborah Franklin’s Grave. Philly’s founding mother. See her grave from 1774 and hear about her life as the neglected but fiery bride of Benjamin Franklin.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Elfreth's Alley
124-126 Elfreths Alley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Did Betsy Ross really sew the first American flag? The house, c. 1740s, has so many stories to tell. (Spoiler: she did!)
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Christ Church
20 N American St, On 2nd, Above Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A National Historic Landmark and the oldest residential street in America, dating from 1703. Hear about the middle-class working women who joined in the fight for independence.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Franklin Court
314 Market St # 322, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Historic Christ Church is a remarkable surviving landmark from the American Revolution. Signers of the Declaration of Independence are buried in its sacred grounds, along with notable revolutionary women such as Elizabeth Graeme Fergusson. Appreciate the battle between patriots and loyalist, and how women were caught in the crossfire and chose sides.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Todd House
401 Walnut St, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Once Deborah Franklin’s home, now the site of a ghost house honoring the memory or Deborah and Ben Franklin. The Franklin Court complex also includes a working reproduction of an 18th century printing press, an architectural exhibit, and an operating post office.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Independence Hall
520 Chestnut Street, Between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Future first lady Dolley Madison lived here with her first husband, lawyer John Todd. Learn about the widow who married the fourth president of the United States and survived Philadelphia’s terrifying yellow fever epidemic. The house dates from 1775.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Christ Church Burial Ground
50 N Independence Mall E, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The birthplace of the United States. Founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence here, as well as the American Constitution. But it wasn’t all about the men! Hear about the Philadelphia wives of the signers from Pennsylvania.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Walking tour with an APT-certified guide
Exclusions
- Site interiors, weather guarantee, gratuity for the guide
Redemption Instructions
Please check in with the Guide before the start of the Tour.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Step Into Philly Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Remember the ladies of the American Revolution! Betsy Ross, Deborah Franklin, Dolley Todd, Peggy Shippen, and more. Hear firsthand how these bold revolutionary women of Philadelphia helped change the course of the war.
Departure Point
- We meet OUTSIDE the Starbucks at the Constitution Center at the bottom of the steps on ARCH STREET. Please do not wait anywhere inside. Meeting spot is on Arch Street where it intersects with 6th Street.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: National Constitution Center
525 Arch St, Independence Mall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A national museum dedicated to the Constitution of the United States of America. Meeting point and Tour Introduction.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Free Quaker Meetinghouse
117-199 Elfreth's Alley, Philadelphia, PA 19106
What happened to the pacifist Quakers during the American Revolution? See their meetinghouse from the outside, c. 1783, and imagine Betsy Ross attending service there
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Betsy Ross House
239 Arch St, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Deborah Franklin’s Grave. Philly’s founding mother. See her grave from 1774 and hear about her life as the neglected but fiery bride of Benjamin Franklin.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Elfreth's Alley
124-126 Elfreths Alley, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Did Betsy Ross really sew the first American flag? The house, c. 1740s, has so many stories to tell. (Spoiler: she did!)
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Christ Church
20 N American St, On 2nd, Above Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A National Historic Landmark and the oldest residential street in America, dating from 1703. Hear about the middle-class working women who joined in the fight for independence.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Franklin Court
314 Market St # 322, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Historic Christ Church is a remarkable surviving landmark from the American Revolution. Signers of the Declaration of Independence are buried in its sacred grounds, along with notable revolutionary women such as Elizabeth Graeme Fergusson. Appreciate the battle between patriots and loyalist, and how women were caught in the crossfire and chose sides.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Todd House
401 Walnut St, , Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Once Deborah Franklin’s home, now the site of a ghost house honoring the memory or Deborah and Ben Franklin. The Franklin Court complex also includes a working reproduction of an 18th century printing press, an architectural exhibit, and an operating post office.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Independence Hall
520 Chestnut Street, Between 5th and 6th Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Future first lady Dolley Madison lived here with her first husband, lawyer John Todd. Learn about the widow who married the fourth president of the United States and survived Philadelphia’s terrifying yellow fever epidemic. The house dates from 1775.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Christ Church Burial Ground
50 N Independence Mall E, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The birthplace of the United States. Founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence here, as well as the American Constitution. But it wasn’t all about the men! Hear about the Philadelphia wives of the signers from Pennsylvania.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Walking tour with an APT-certified guide
Exclusions
- Site interiors, weather guarantee, gratuity for the guide
Redemption Instructions
Please check in with the Guide before the start of the Tour.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Step Into Philly Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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