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A recreated of an end of Washington's tent displayed with his camp bed and additional camp items.

Now Open: Witness to Revolution Exhibit

Open Daily, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Our newest special exhibition, Witness to Revolution: The Unlikely Travels of Washington's Tent, brings to life the stories of individuals from all walks of life who saved George Washington’s tent and fashioned this relic into a symbol of the fragile American republic.

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    May 11
    A mother holding her young daughter view Washington's camp bed on display in the Witness to Revolution exhibit.

    Mother's Day Weekend 2024 at the Museum

    May 11-12, 2024
    Celebrate inspiring, trailblazing women this Mother’s Day weekend at the Museum and learn about the diverse women who played vital roles on the home front and on the battlefield during the Revolutionary War.
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    May 25
    A Museum educator dressed in 18th century clothing shows visitors the Museum's handsewn silk replica of Washington's Standard flag.

    Memorial Day Weekend 2024 at the Museum

    May 25-27, 2024
    Join the Museum to pay tribute to the men and women who lost their lives in service to their country during the Revolutionary War and celebrate the freedoms they fought to secure for future generations. Veterans, military, and Blue Star Families enjoy free admission throughout Memorial Day Weekend courtesy of Comcast NBCUniversal.
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    Jun 14
    Image looking up the grand staircase at the replica flags created for the True Colours Flag Project around the railings with vistors walking up and down the stairs.

    Flag Day & Father's Day Weekend 2024 at the Museum

    June 14-16, 2024
    Join the Museum over Flag Day and Father's Day weekend to learn about flags of “all kinds of colours” from the Revolutionary era with activities and in-gallery talks for the whole family.
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    Jun 19
    A Museum visitor listens to the Witness to Revolution exhibit audio tour in front of a large image of Selina Gray.

    Juneteenth 2024 at the Museum

    June 19, 2024
    Explore the continuing struggle for equality for all and join the Museum to celebrate Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States.
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    Jun 29
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    Fourth of July Weekend 2024 at the Museum

    June 29 - July 4, 2024
    Join the Museum in historic Philadelphia for Independence Day with special activities, costumed interpretation, and crafts for all ages to discover the American Revolution and its ongoing relevance over Fourth of July weekend.
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