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SUMMARY:Save the Graves: A Headstone Preservation Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:Discover the art and science of historic preservation at one of Philadelphia’s most iconic landmarks.\n\nJoin the Historic St. George’s Museum and Archives and the Christ Church Preservation Trust for an information demonstration dedicated to the care and keeping of our city’s history.\n\nHow do we ensure that centuries-old headstones survive for future generations? In this special event\, an expert will pull back the curtain on the delicate process of gravestone conservation.\n\nWhat to Expect:Professional Demonstration: Watch a live conservation demo led by a specialist from the Heritage Conservation Collective. You’ll learn about the safe materials and techniques used to clean and historic stone.Maintenance Tips: Learn the “hows” and “whys” of proper grave maintenance\, from stone identification to understanding the environmental factors that impact them.Self-Guided Exploration: While you are on-site\, take a self-guided tour of Christ Church Burial Ground\, the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin and several other signers of the Declaration of Independence.Hands-On Opportunity: Roll up your sleeves and take an opportunity to clean a part of a grave under the guidance of our team.\nRegistration InformationThis event is free and open to the public\, but space is limited to ensure a quality experience for all participants. Please reserve your spot today!\nThe Event OrganizersChrist Church Preservation TrustHistoric St. George’s Museum and ArchivesHeritage Conservation Collective
URL:https://christchurchphila.org/event/save-the-graves-a-headstone-preservation-demonstration/
LOCATION:Christ Church Burial Ground\, Arch St & N 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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SUMMARY:Remember the Ladies: After Hours Tour
DESCRIPTION:Uncover the stories of Philadelphia’s women trailblazers on an after-hours tour of the Burial Ground. \n\n\n\n\nStep into the untold stories of history’s hidden heroes. \nJoin us after hours for an intimate look at the lives and legacies of the remarkable women laid to rest at Christ Church Burial Ground. You’ll meet trailblazers like Julia Stockton Rush\, Sarah Franklin Bache—women whose courage and contributions helped shape Philadelphia and the nation. \nThrough these powerful stories of resilience and quiet revolution\, you’ll see the past from a fresh\, inspiring perspective. \nTours run every Friday evening in May. Come walk among legends.
URL:https://christchurchphila.org/event/remember-the-ladies-after-hours-tour/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Christ Church Burial Ground\, Arch St & N 5th St\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
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