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Woodford Mansion in East Fairmount Park

Three historic Fairmount Park mansions will host a Revolutionary-era festival

Severe storms wiped out Dîner en Blanc, but some people who purchased tickets can still get a free meal

diner en blanc canceled storms

America's 250th birthday has passed, but New Jersey still plans to issue a commemorative license plate

New Jersey license plate

Rare Declaration printings are on display at the Museum of the American Revolution

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WXPN taps 12 local musicians for 'Philly Anthems' album

WXPN Philly anthems

Live music, classic cars and family fun are coming to The Promenade in Marlton this Saturday

The Promenade at Sagemore

As Philly celebrates America's 250th, test your knowledge on how the city has marked July Fourth over the years

July 4th Independence Hall

Pope Leo XIV says United States' 250th anniversary is an opportunity for country to recommit to its ideals

Pope Leo Speech

'Big Boy' train arrives in Philly after more than 100 onlookers were treated for heat-related illnesses near Reading

Big Boy Heat

Salute to Independence Parade in Center City canceled due to extreme heat

salute to independence parade

Ben Franklin, Betsy Ross get bobbleheads for America's 250th birthday

Benjamin Franklin bobblehead

Elmwood Park Zoo offers free admission on the Fourth of July

Elmwood Park Zoo Giraffe

Free Ocean City Pops concerts will feature a drone show and Fourth of July fireworks

OC Drone Show

Franklin Fountain is selling Statue of Liberty sundaes for $17.76

Franklin Fountain special

Where to catch 'Big Boy,' the world's largest operating steam locomotive, on its tour through Philly region

Big Boy Train Philly

Here's a look at the newly renovated First Bank of the United States, which is now open to the public

first bank reopening

Officials shorten Salute to Independence parade on July 3 over concerns about heat wave

salute to independence parade

America250 vs. Freedom 250: What's the difference in the semiquincentennial celebrations?

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America's 250th birthday yields tons of collectibles, but their future value may be hard to gauge

America 250 Collectibles

The Big Bounce America adds a skydiving spectacle to its Fourth of July weekend stop in Oaks

Philly stars in Netflix's 'The American Experiment' alongside Hillary Clinton and Mike Pence

American Experiment Netflix

New Hope and Lambertville to celebrate America's 250th birthday with a 200-drone show, fireworks and parade

New Hope Fireworks

Contents of America’s Time Capsule revealed ahead of July 4 burial at Independence Hall

America250 time capsule

Ride a historic steam train with Abraham Lincoln at this America 250 celebration in York County

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PATCO unveils commemorative train for America's 250th anniversary

PATCO 250th train

Reading Terminal Market to open an outdoor plaza with bar, shops ahead of World Cup

Reading Terminal Market plaza

How this year's All-Star Game in Philly echoes baseball's first showcase in 1933

Babe Ruth John McGraw

Dîner en Blanc returns Aug. 20 with an America250 theme

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Visiting Philly? Instead of trying to eat at a Michelin restaurant, get a reservation here

Talula's Garden

Visiting Philly? Instead of climbing to the top of the Rocky Steps, get a view of the city's skyline here

Bok Bar TT

Visiting Philly? Instead of going to West Fairmount Park, check out one of these green spaces

Bartram's Garden

Visiting Philly? Instead of going to Reading Terminal, try one of these food hubs

Gather Food Hall

Visiting Philly? Instead of touring 'Rocky' sites, go to these movie locations

Blobfest

Visiting Philly? Instead of going to Stateside Live!, go to one of these sports bars

Buffalo Billiards 2

Visiting Philly? Instead of going to Pat's or Geno's, get a cheesesteak at one of these places

Angelo's cheesesteak

Visiting Philly? Instead of seeing the Liberty Bell, go to these historical museums

Eastern State Penitentiary

Visiting Philly? Instead of going to the LOVE statue, check out these places for a photo op

Magic Gardens

Visiting Philly? Instead of going to Rita's, get a frozen treat at these places

Milk Jawn

American Kennel Club dog diving and agility event is coming to The Navy Yard in June

American Kennel Club - Navy Yard Event

Kennett Square Memorial Day Parade returns May 25

Marching in Parade Kennett Square

Morris Arboretum’s Garden Railway brings Revolutionary-era Philly to life

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Valley Forge National Historical Park will celebrate America’s 250th with a three-day event

Valley Forge Park Huts

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