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We all know George Washington didn't chop down a cherry tree, so why do we keep telling that story?
Americans love myths about the Founding Fathers that make us feel proud. But behind the grand stories of brilliance and triumph, we find imperfect people who were only human—kind, cruel, funny, and very rarely chopping down trees.
Here's what makes this tour different: We talk about what's being quietly removed from National Park Service displays. The stories that complicate the narrative. The details that don't fit neatly into patriotic mythology. This is history before it gets sanitized.
This is an intentionally small group tour—capped at just a handful of people—because these conversations deserve more than a megaphone and a crowd. You'll have space to ask questions and grapple with who these men actually were versus who we've needed them to be.
Small group. Big conversations. The history they're editing out.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Find the tour behind the Free Quaker Meeting House at the benches. Your guide will be wearing an "Offbeat Philly" shirt.
We will end outside the Betsy Ross House and your guide can give you directions to wherever you need to go afterwards.
Itinerary
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1Benjamin Franklin's Grave
See Benjamin Franklin's grave from outside Christ Church Cemetery
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Independence Hall
We will view the exterior of Independence Hall
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3The President's House
A brief amount of time will be provided to view the archeology site
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Liberty Bell Center
We will view the Liberty Bell from outside the building
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
We will enter the park and view the tomb of the Revolutionary War unknowns
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Carpenters' Hall
View from the outside, if open we will go inside as well
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Franklin Court
We will view the ghost houses and walk through the archway
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Elfreth's Alley
We will walk down the alley
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Betsy Ross House
We will see the exterior of the Betsy Ross House
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants must be carried by a parent or guardian
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot travel two miles and lack assistance or a mobility aid
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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