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	Visitors of different ages and interests find rewarding experiences at the Atwater Kent Museum of Philadelphia. Philadelphians see their life experiences within the framework of urban life and national themes. Families learn together through history hunts and self-guided exhibition tours. School children, home school families, and extracurricular activity groups have lessons customized to serve curriculum needs and program interests. Adult visitors to Philadelphia gain an understanding of the historical development of the city and discover a fuller context for important moments in United States history.
Group and Tour Information Self-Guided Tours Self-guided tours designed for school and extracurricular activity groups are available during public hours. Contact the Education Office at 215.685.4832. Group admission fees apply. School Tours Experience Philadelphia!, the Museum's newly installed 1,600 square foot map of the city, engages students with hands-on interactive lessons about important periods and events throughout the city's history. All lessons incorporate local and state curriculum standards. Homeschool Join other homeschool students for an engaging lesson in Philadelphia history. Click on this link for program dates, times and registration information. Adult Group Tours At AKMP adult groups have the opportunity to craft visits that meet particular interests.

	National History Day The Atwater Kent Museum of Philadelphia is one of the proud sponsors of National History Day in Philadelphia. Each year, middle and high school students have the opportunity to participate in a national competition that encourages students to be historians. Students learn how to define topics, conduct original research, develop presentations, and work together. For information concerning the topic and how AKMP can help develop projects, contact the Education Department at (215) 685-4832.
Visitor Comments “It was great to learn so much about the history of Philadelphia from this museum. I hope it expands and prospers with its great collection.” “This was a wonderful experience for me to get a chance to remember ‘Good Old Philadelphia.'” “This museum has a lot of history. I feel proud as a Philadelphia native to come in and see things about our past.” “I was part of that “Take Back The Night” march in 1988! Thank you for tying so many threads of our history (personal, neighborhood, urban) together. It's a good reminder that I belong to this city, and it belongs to me.” “So much history, so little time!”

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Atwater Kent Museum of Philadelphia, 15 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
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