Three Hidden Gems in Jewish Philadelphia
Lifelong Learning is planning to take an Adult Education trip to Center City, Philadelphia. The trip includes visits to The Eastern State Penitentiary, The Rosenbach Museum, and Mikveh Israel.
Archives dating from before the American Revolution, the 19th century home of Jewish book collectors with a treasure of rare editions and manuscripts, and a restored synagogue in, of all places, a prison. We will spend the day exploring these hidden gems and talk about more of what makes Philadelphia unique among American Jewish communities.
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Trip Details
Three Hidden Gems in Jewish Philadelphia includes visits to:
- Eastern State Penitentiary and its synagogue
- The Rosenbach Museum featuring rare books and pieces of early American Judaica, as well as Gratz Family portraits
- Mikveh Israel: The Synagogue of the American Revolution, featuring the Rebecca Gratz Living Room and Mikveh Israel Historic exhibit.
At each site we will be treated to a docent-led tour to explore these rare treasures that are part of Philadelphia’s Jewish history. We will enjoy a luxury bus ride to and from Har Zion and a catered lunch at Mikveh Israel.
Departs 10:15 AM from Har Zion
Returns by 5:00 PM
Cost: $130 pp includes transportation, lunch, and all admissions
Returns by 5:00 PM
Cost: $130 pp includes transportation, lunch, and all admissions
