Once Upon A Nation is a unique Philadelphia attraction that truly brings history to life.
Your experience includes Adventure Tours (paid walking tours), evening performances such as the interactive movie-musical “1776,” storytelling by historical heroes, Harmony Lane (Colonial characters and children’s games) and free storytelling benches throughout the historic district.
With such a wide variety of programming, there are many reasons to visit Philadelphia’s most historic square mile. And below are several itineraries that allow every visitor to enjoy Once Upon A Nation to the fullest.
Evening Programs:
Tours (begin Memorial Day Weekend):
Franklin Square
Franklin Square features family-friendly attractions such as the Liberty Carousel, a Philadelphia-themed miniature golf course, storytelling benches, two playgrounds and the Square's centerpiece, the renovated Franklin Square Fountain.