Greetings from Independence National Historical Park

This is how I turned my 9 hour layover into a magical journey back in time on the 100th year birthday of our nation’s National Parks! http://tonithetravelwriter.wordpress.com

Sincerely,
Antoinette Rose

Independence National Historical Park

At Independence National Historical Park, you can trace our nation's first footsteps. Visit the Liberty Bell, tour Independence Hall, and follow in the footsteps of our Founding Fathers.

State(s): Pennsylvania

Established: 1956

“A former Pa. native having never taken the time to explore this city's true history, culture and diversity, I decided it was time! Always a visitor, never a tourist!”

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