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1218 Arch St
Philadelphia, PA 19107 215.569.3188
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"Emergence of a Modern Metropolis: Philadelphia" walking tour
Tuesday, October 30, 2012, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Center for Architecture, 1218 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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| Adult (12 & Up) | $15.00 | $2.75 |
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| Child (Under 12) | $5.00 | $1.25 |
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| Group (price per person, for 10+ people) | $10.00 | $1.50 |
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Description
Explore the social, economic, and political forces that helped transform Philadelphia from an engine of industry to a 21st Century capital of business and culture. Featuring the architecture and urban design on the city, this 2-hour walking tour will introduce you to the Modern Metropolis of Philadelphia.
Highlights include the spectacular Victorian interior of the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art; the soaring central court of Philadelphia's first department store, Wanamaker's; and the atrium of the brand new Comcast Center, Philadelphia's tallest sky scraper.
SCHEDULE:
Warm Season (Apr-Oct): Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays @ 2pm
Cold Season (Nov-Mar): Only Saturdays @2pm
Restrictions
IF YOU PURCHASED A GROUPON DEAL, PLEASE CALL THE AIA BOOKSTORE TO REDEEM YOUR OFFER AND SCHEDULE YOUR TOUR: (215) 569.3188. No refunds or exchanges on walking tour tickets.
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