Although he did not live to see today's climate movement, Dr. King's ideas and advocacy laid the groundwork for understanding the links between social and environmental justice. This MLK Day of Service, the Liberty Museum is thinking about sustainability as […]
Art by Shannon Downey. The Carpenters’ Company and The National Liberty Museum present a provocative virtual conversation between craftivist Shannon Downey and Dr. Hinda Mandell, associate professor at Rochester Institute of Technology. Shannon will discuss her work and exhibition, […]
Thursday, February 3, 2022 at 4pm & 5 pm Join us to read The Smallest Girl in the Smallest Grade by Justin Roberts and explore the concept of Integrity with Lila Liberty. Learners will make connections to their own lives […]
NLM at Night is officially back for 2022 with music, libations, and the pursuit of happiness! In honor of Black History Month, savor the historic yet timeless music of the Sound of Philadelphia and learn about notable Black voices in […]
Join the NLM for our first ever Member Appreciation Weekend. Enjoy a Members-Only Lounge with food and refreshments from our partners at Campo's Deli from 11am - 2pm. We're also offering an additional 15% off everything in the museum shop […]
From "Black Panther" to "Storm," Black superheroes are a staple in the comic book world. What characteristics make Black heroes super? How do they inspire real life heroes? In this all-ages event, we answer these questions with comic experts from […]
Join the National Liberty Museum for an Educator Open House focused on encouraging inclusivity, diversity, and expression in the classroom. Meet with local education organizations, hear from experts during mini workshop sessions, and explore the museum's newest exhibition Deconstructing Bowie: […]
Join us for Malala’s Magic Pencil by Malala Yousafzai and learn what it means to have perseverance in difficult times. Then, make and use magic pencils of your own to explore how to shape a better world! Readings at 4PM & 5PM. […]
(Exclusive pre-party starting at 5:30 p.m. for members and VIP ticket holders) Enjoy light snacks, signature cocktails from Tattooed Mom, Bowie movies, raffles and more as you explore our Deconstructing Bowie exhibit! Doors open to the general public at 6:30PM. […]
Join the National Liberty Museum (NLM) and America250PA for an information session on the Young Heroes Outreach Program (YHOP), an intensive, project-based civics learning program for 4th-8th graders. This year-long program empowers students to learn and practice the civic leadership […]
Join us for a dialogue with Greg Lukianoff, president of the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education, one of the nation’s leading advocates for academic freedom and viewpoint diversity. Lukianoff is author of “Unlearning Liberty” and co-author of “The Coddling […]
Recycled Art-Making Workshop with Joel Spivak, Philadelphia Dumpster Divers Joel Spivak, a native of Philadelphia, has had a varied career in architecture and the arts. His community service is legendary and has impacted neighborhoods all over the city. Join Joel […]
