88 PHILADELPHIA CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU THINGS TO DO/ATTRACTIONS Second Bank of the United States, This bank, an excellent example of Greek Revival architecture, now houses a collection of 185 late 18th- and early 19th-century portraits of the famous people of the era. nps.gov/places/000/second-bank-of-the-united-states.htm 420 Chestnut St. , Philadelphia, 215-965-2305 h k ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 30 The Center for Art in Wood, The Center for Art in Wood offers activities from within several different program areas and displays wood art on site and in traveling exhibitions. centerforartinwood.org, 141 N. 3rd St , Philadelphia, 215-923-8000 h ✔ The Clay Studio, The Clay Studio inspires curiosity and discovery around the art and craft of clay, drawing together students, artists and an engaged public into a welcoming community. Together we are a force for good. theclaystudio.org, 137-139 N. 2nd St. , Philadelphia, 215-925-3453 ✔ 15 The Museum for Art in Wood, The Museum for Art in Wood engages, educates, and inspires the public through the exhibition, collection, and interpretation of contemporary art in wood. centerforartinwood.org, 141 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, (215) 923-8000 The President’s House: Freedom and Slavery in the Making of a New Nation, History of the original executive mansion of Washington and Adams, including the obscured story of enslaved Africans in the house during Washington’s presidency. nps.gov/inde/planyourvisit/presidentshousesite.htm, 600 Market Street , Philadelphia, 215-965-2305 k ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 45 Todd House, Home of Dolley and lawyer John Todd from 1791 - 1793, this building allows visitors a glimpse into the lives of a young, middle-class Quaker family and the yellow fever epidemic of 1793 that destroyed them. nps.gov/inde/planyourvisit/dolleytoddhouse.htm, 341 Walnut Street , Philadelphia, 215-965-2305 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 30 United States Mint, See the first coining press used to strike our nation’s first coins at the United States Mint. All tours are self-guided, do not require a reservation and admission is free. usmint.gov, 151 North Independence Mall East , Philadelphia, 215-408-0114 h k ✔ Vietnam Veterans Memorial, The names of 645 local soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice are etched in black marble. Scenes of the war make silent and sobering testimony to the lists of fallen heroes. pvvm.org, Spruce Street and Columbus Boulevard , Philadelphia, 267-973-0600 h k ✔ 30 Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, Presents educational programs and experiences that preserve, explore, and celebrate the history of Jews in America and inspires people of all backgrounds a greater appreciation for the diversity of the American Jewish experience. theweitzman.org, 101 S. Independence Mall East, Philadelphia, 215-923-3811 h k ✔ 60- 120 OTHER (OUTSIDE REGION/STATE) Colebrookdale Railroad Preservation Trust, Once the province of pioneers and patriots, the Colebrookdale is your ticket to a verdant land lost in time. The Colebrookdale Railroad offers nearly two-hour expeditions into the Secret Valley, one of the most scenic and historic regions in the northeast. colebrookdalerailroad.com, 64 South Washington , Boyertown, 610-367-0200 PA DUTCH COUNTRY (READING/LANCASTER) Amish Farm and House, Experience Lancaster’s living heritage. Explore the Amish lifestyle at the Amish Farm and House. Offering guided house tours, farm tours, and Amish countryside bus tours. amishfarmandhouse.com, 2395 Covered Bridge Drive , Lancaster, 717-394-6185 k ✔ ✔ ✔ 105 Historic Crystal Cave, See Pennsylvania’s greatest natural wonder. Guided underground tours, souvenirs, gemstone panning, mini golf, ice cream parlor, fast food, 150 scenic acres. Enjoy your day with nature. crystalcavepa.com, 963 Crystal Cave Road , Kutztown, 610-683-6765 k ✔ ✔ ✔ 115 Strasburg Rail Road, Experience the beauty of Lancaster County at the Strasburg Rail Road. Travel past real, working Amish farms aboard authentically restored passenger cars pulled by a steam locomotive. strasburgrailroad.com, 301 Gap Road , Ronks, 1-866-725-9666 k ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ 120 PARKWAY MUSEUMS DISTRICT Aero Memorial World War I, The bronze sphere opposite the main entrance of the Franklin Institute is dedicated to the aviators who died in World War I. associationforpublicart.org/artwork/aero-memorial, North 19th Street at Logan Square, Philadelphia h k ✔ Boat House Row, Local boating clubs take great pride in their historic 19th-century boathouses, which line the Schuylkill River just west of the Philadelphia Museum of Art. visitphilly.com/things-to-do/attractions/boathouse-row, 1 Boat House Row, Philadelphia h k ✔ bus parking comp driver comp guide food service free tour length (minutes)
