Philadelphia Faith & Freedom historical tour

 

The Providence Forum holds historical tours of the city of Philadelphia highlighting some of the areas that are on the Faith and Freedom Map. Join renowned scholar, historian, and author Peter A. Lillback, Ph.D., on a walking and riding tour of the sites and locations that are the subject of decades of history, myth, and legend, and learn the true account of how America began with prayer and devotion to God at the exact places where the foundation was laid. Dr. Peter Lillback  will discuss how the faith of our founding fathers shaped the beginnings of our city, and our country.   The city of Philadelphia has a rich history of faith and freedom, and if you'd like to find out more about it, visit our "Map Our Freedom" page.  The next multi-day tour will begin July 12^th, and you can contact the Providence Forum for more information and how to sign up for it. 

 

July 12 – 16, 2010

As the national “amnesia” of our nation’s founding heritage grows at an alarming rate, and as our government leaders assert that “the United States is not a Christian nation,” come and experience for yourself the rich, compelling, and proud history of the men and women who applied their Judeo-Christian worldview to laying the foundation for the longest surviving republican democracy in the world. This is an opportunity like no other to immerse yourself in the days of the 18th century, when George Washington, John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson tread the streets of Philadelphia to accomplish what no other people on earth had ever done before, or would ever do again.

 

We have several packages to accommodate almost any interest.  For our out-of-town guests, the package includes your hotel, parking, admission to all sites and meals [breakfast and lunch and dinner daily]. For our local participants prices will include admissions to all sites and meals [lunch and dinner]. Parking will not be included in you daily rate. You will have the option of any combination of days or all the days.

 

FULL PACKAGE: We have several packages to accommodate almost any interest.  For our out-of-town guests, the package includes your hotel, parking, admission to all sites and meals [breakfast and lunch and dinner daily]. All-inclusive for $1,025.00 per person [double occupancy], $1,395.00 [single occupancy], or children under 13, $580.00 [with parent].

 

Please Click here to  ON- LINE NON REFUNDABLE Deposit for the FULL PACKAGE TOUR.

 

Daily Touring Schedule

 

 

Monday, July 12, 2010

The tour will begin in the afternoon with a leisurely walk via Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest continuously inhabited street in America, guided by Dr. Lillback, sharing his unique and extensive knowledge of American history. You will see authentic colonial architecture from the time of our country’s founding.

Dinner will be at the historic City Tavern, where our founding fathers discussed their daily deliberations in Congress.

 

The evening price, if purchased alone, is $75.00 per person. Parking is not included for single-day participants.  

 

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

The tour will continue by bus to Westminster Theological Seminary to explore the campus and enjoy a lecture. After lunch, we will visit Valley Forge National Historic Park guided by Dr. Lillback. General George Washingon will meet us in the park for Q&A, followed by dinner at the historic General Warren Inn.

 

One-day price is $162.00 per person, including tour bus, lunch, dinner, and admission to the park. Parking is not included for one-day participants.

 

 

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

 Dr. Lillback will begin the day with a brisk walk to several historic Old City churches. In the afternoon, we will visit Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell, and U.S. Mint, guided by Dr. Lillback, engaging participants with informative talks and discussions.

 

One-day price, including lunch and dinner, is $85.00 per person. Parking is not included for one-day participants.

 

Thursday, July 15, 2010

The day will begin at the National Constitution Center with the inspiring “Freedom Rising” multimedia presentation. The tour will then visit several key historical sites, including Franklin’s Court, Carpenters Hall, and Christ Church. Dr. Benjamin Franklin will join us for a part of the afternoon. Dinner will be aboard the historic Moshulu, the largest four-masted square-rigger sailing ship in the world.  

 

One-day price is $145.00 per person, including lunch & dinner. Parking is not included for one-day participants.

 

 

Friday, July 16, 2010

On the final day the tour will visit the National Liberty Museum, followed by lunch. The participants will also view The Providence Forum’s newly completed TV documentary Philadelphia: Faith and Freedom, which is hosted by Dr. Lillback and former Philadelphia Mayor Dr. Wilson Goode.

 

One-day price is $58.00 per person, including lunch. Parking is not included for one-day participants.

 

This tour is filling quickly, so please contact The Providence Forum as soon as possible for further information and reservations. Commemorative tour shirts for one-day participants are $25.00 each. These shirts are included in the full tour package price.

 

 

Please Click here to register for the FULL Tour

Please contact the Providence Forum if you are interested in attending the tour and your option to register is not available above. One Day participants please use the link above and contact us.

 

Would you like to set up a tour?

If you would like to set up a historical tour with The Providence Forum, feel free to contact the Providence Forum office with your request.  Tours require a minimum of 20 people, and can be single-day tours or multi-day tours.  Availability of dates depend on scheduling. 

 

 

 

 

The Providence Forum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, whose mission is to preserve, defend and advance the faith and values consistent with those of our nation's founding. The work of The Providence Forum would not be possible without the generous support of you, our friends and partners.