Museum of the American Revolution
Take a peek inside this amazing learning center in Philadelphia
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This week we’re going inside the Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. As you can see, it is a stunning building, with lots to see before you even walk through the doors.
There are two bronze reliefs outside the Museum. The one pictured above features John Trumbull’s “The Declaration of Independence.” The figures are life-size, and the art draws pedestrians into the iconic depiction of the presentation of the Declaration of Independence to the Continental Congress by the drafting committee.
The preamble of the Declaration of Independence is also on the outside of the building, as is the cannon display, pictured above.
Inside the Museum
There is so much to see in this Museum!
I loved the Liberty Tree that has an actual piece of wood from the Annapolis Liberty Tree. Talk about touching history!
The museum takes you through the timeline leading up to the American Revolution and then features a gallery on the Revolutionary War.
One of the things that impressed me about this museum is the attention to detail in the historical figures. Truly lifelike!
Washington’s Tent
One of the most fascinating artifacts at the Museum of the American Revolution is Washington’s actual war tent used during the Revolution. I would recommend the museum as a must-see, just for this wonderful presentation alone.
It is stunning!
Want to visit the Museum of the American Revolution? It’s located at 101 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia. PA.
See you in February!