6abc Visits the Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches

Jul 22, 2024 | Historic Philadelphia, Historic Philadelphia Inc.

6abc Loves the Arts visited Historic Philadelphia’s Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches to see Philadelphia’s history trail in action. True stories of history are told all over the historic district for free all summer long.

‘Once Upon a Nation’ Storytelling Benches Reveal Untold History of Philadelphia

Philadelphia is the birthplace of America and you can learn about some of the unsung heroes who helped shape our nation at free storytelling benches, placed where history was made.

 

 

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