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The paths to understanding American history all converge in Philadelphia and its historic countryside. Even before William Penn founded the city and built his estate in Bucks County, Native Americans and Swedish colonists recognized the region as an attractive place for trade and settlement.
Here Americans defended their liberty, achieved technological success, and forged the ideals of the American Dream. Today, visitors can enjoy the legacy from more than three centuries of political, economic, social, and cultural achievements — all within the Philadelphia area.
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Amarna, Ancient Egypt's Place in the Sun
The Penn Museum hosts more than 100 artifacts from ancient Egypt
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Old St. Joseph's Catholic Church
Active parish where Catholicism took root and flourished in early Philadelphia
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Historic Attractions
America's most historic square mile and
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Historic Battlefields
Battlefields and other military-related attractions
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Historic Hospitals and Prisons
The nation's first hospital was co-founded by Benjamin Franklin in Philadelphia
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Historic Houses
From William Penn's 17th century estate to Marian Anderson's 20th-century rowhome
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Independence National Historical Park
Seemingly countless attractions are in and around America's most historic square mile
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