Through the Founders' Eyes: Philadelphia With Your Grandchild
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- Explore Colonial Philadelphia and learn how 13 British colonies became the United States of America at Independence National Park, home of the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall
- Visit the Franklin Institute to see an automaton — a mechanical robot from before the era of electronics — and get to know the most-famous Philadelphian at the Benjamin Franklin Museum
- Take a field trip to the new Museum of the American Revolution and pore over a rich collection of manuscripts, art and weapons from the period—including a number of George Washington’s personal belongings!
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- 5 nights of accommodations
- 9 expert-led lectures
- 12 expert-led field trips
- 7 hands-on experiences
- An experienced Group Leader
- Customary gratuities throughout the program
- Road Scholar Assurance Plan
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Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City
Orientation, Welcome Dinner, Song Fest
Afternoon: 4:00 p.m. Registration immediately followed by Orientation then dinner.
Dinner: At the hotel
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City
5 nights Philadelphia
Located in the heart of Philadelphia's arts district along the Avenue of the Arts, the DoubleTree Hotel Philadelphia Center City sits just across from the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Academy of Music, and Merriam and Wilma Theaters. Walk from our hospitable downtown hotel to South Street, the Italian Market, Antiques Row, Rittenhouse and Washington Squares, the Pennsylvania Convention Center, the Historic Waterfront District, world-class dining and shopping, and all the unique historical sites that make Philadelphia a national treasure. With easy access to I-95, Philadelphia International Airport is only 20 minutes from our hotel. AAA Diamond Rating Hotel
5 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 4 Dinners
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Low Fat, Vegetarian, Low Salt, Gluten Free
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