Revolutionary Philadelphia: Elfreth’s Alley

Elfreth’s Alley: One of my favorite memories from my March 2025 trip to Philadelphia was meandering down the cobblestoned Elfreth’s Alley. Located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Old City, Elfreth’s Alley is one of the oldest continuously inhabited residential streets in America. First settled in 1702, Elfreth’s Alley cobblestone street is lined with brick row […]

Museum of The American Revolution – Philadelphia

Our Revolutionary Philadelphia journey continues, and this time, we’re stepping inside the Museum of the American Revolution. Nestled in Old City, just a stone’s throw from Independence Hall, this museum is a history lover’s dream. My mom and I, both fervent Revolutionary War enthusiasts, recently had the pleasure of exploring its incredible exhibits. Growing up […]

Philadelphia Adventures: National Constitution Center

National Constitution Center: In today’s edition of American Nomad, we’re continuing our Philadelphia Adventures with a visit to The National Constitution Center. Our Philadelphia journey continues, and this time, we’re diving deep into the very soul of American democracy at the National Constitution Center. Imagine walking through the very document that shaped a nation. We […]

Exploring Philadelphia: The Liberty Bell

Our next stop on our Revolutionary Philadelphia tour…we’re stopping by The Liberty Bell Center – home to the world famous Liberty Bell. This free museum, not far from Independence Hall allows visitors to learn more about The Liberty Bell through a series of exhibits. The Liberty Bell: a symbol so ingrained in American culture, it […]

Exploring Independence Hall: A Revolutionary Journey

In our last blog post we kicked off our tour of Revolutionary Philadelphia, with an overview of the city’s history from Native American peoples to Colonial era and founding of America. Philadelphia’s Independence Hall is arguably the birthplace of The United States, as it is the location where The Declaration of Independence was signed in […]

Philadelphia – Revolutionary Adventures

In early March, my mom and I enjoyed a week of sightseeing in Philadelphia. As a history and culture buff, a visit to Philly has been on my bucket list for years, as I’m a descendant of two signers of The Declaration of Independence. The city exudes history and character from its Colonial roots to […]