Celebrate the Fourth of July at the Independence Visitor Center: Free events throughout the holiday weekend

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Celebrate the Fourth of July at the Independence Visitor Center:
Free events throughout the holiday weekend

Philadelphia, PA – (June 11, 2009) - Why not celebrate America’s most patriotic of weekends in the very place our nation was born? Located right in the heart of Independence Mall, the Independence Visitor Center is the Fourth of July central, presenting a weekend full of FREE events in celebration of America’s birthday. Beginning July 2 and continuing through July 5, visitors and residents can enjoy a diverse line-up of special events at the Visitor Center while stopping in for a quick snack and souvenirs. Events include:

My Dear Mrs. Lincoln (July 2, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.): Come and see an excerptof the original play, My Dear Mrs. Lincoln, presented by Bob Gleason and Pat Jordan of the American Historical Theatre, in conjunction with the Lincoln 200 events.

Music on the Mall (July 2, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.): Part of the FREE summer concert series presented by Independence Visitor Center and sponsored by Where Magazine. The concert will feature performances by The Accords, a premier classic oldies group, and Final Cut paying tribute to “America’s Classic Music.”

"Peter Nero and the Philly Pops! Perform on Independence Mall" (July 3 at 8:30 p.m.): Join the stylish, imaginative, fun, and award-winning Peter Nero and the Philly Pops orchestra for an evening to remember. This free event takes place in front of Independence Hall and features music from classics to big band to rock ‘n roll.
“Sweet Freedom” (July 3 at 12:00 p.m.): Join the Visitor Center for a bite of liberty! Come listen to a reading of the Declaration of Independence and colonial musicians playing fifes and drums. Afterwards, dig into a complimentary piece of our 8-foot birthday cake decorated with quotes from our founding fathers.

“Happy Birthday America!” (July 4, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.): During the Independence Visitor Center’s “Happy Birthday America!” event, 10,000 Tastykakes will be distributed inside the Independence Visitor Center. What a way to celebrate the nation’s birthday with Philadelphia’s rendition of birthday cake! First come, first served – so come early!

“Freedom & Family Fun on the Mall” (July 5, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.): Stop by the Visitor Center for family fun, including face painting, balloon animals, Lincoln hats, and more!

These are just some of the free events taking place at the Visitor Center this summer. The official headquarters for information on attractions and events in Philadelphia and the Countryside, Independence Visitor Center - Real Philadelphia, Real Easy!

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The Independence Visitor Center, located at 6th & Market Streets, across from the Liberty Bell, provides the region’s best event, touring, dining, lodging and attraction information to visitors and locals alike about Independence National Historical Park, the City of Philadelphia and the Countryside. Open daily at 8:30 a.m. seven days a week (with the exception of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.) For information, visit www.IndependenceVisitorCenter.com or call 215.965.7676.