Philadelphia historic landmarks, some world reknown, others just locally loved are all around the city.  For this week’s #FriFotos theme of Landmarks, I share a bit of my city, The City of Brotherly Love.  We have over 60 National Historic Landmarks in and around the city.  Walking around to see the old and new co-exist, makes Philly a wonderful city to visit. You can explore the rich history by walking the streets and alleyways that Ben Franklin strolled, stand shoulder to shoulder with the signers at the Constitution Center or find a bench in the area for a Once Upon a Nation story by Historic Philadelphia.

Independence National Historic Park is a treasure for history buffs, architecture fans and those with a vivid imagination to transport them back to the cobblestone streets that the signers of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution roamed.

The President’s House – artifacts were discovered when the new Liberty Bell pavilion was being built.  Recognizing the significance of the findings and ties to slavery, this outdoor exhibit opened in 2010.

Independence Hall – where the history happened.  Drafting and signing the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution.

The Second Bank of the United States was definitely a surprise to me, I never knew that there is a portrait gallery to explore inside (read the post)

In Philadelphia, Ben Franklin was a rock star and if you are lucky you can see him wandering the streets today in the form of our city’s ambassador, long portrayed and beloved by Ralph Archbold. Franklin Court is two blocks from the Liberty Bell, it showcases the Post Office museum and the framework for Ben’s house and print shop.

When you visit Philadelphia,  for the historic landmarks and more, do allow enough time to properly explore all the nooks and crannies of our history throughout the city.  It really is more than just about a bell.