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National Museum of American Jewish History

Posted on October 2, 2013 by admin

The National Museum of American Jewish History is located at 101 South Independence Mall E Philadelphia, PA 19106 (the corner of 5th and Market Streets.)

The National Museum of American Jewish History opened Now Showing: “Pop ”Lubin’s Film Empire, on Sunday, September 22. Now Showing will tell the story of Jewish filmmaker Siegmund Lubin (ca.1841-1923) and his production company, Lubin Manufacturing Company, which was based in Philadelphia with studios across the country. It includes artifacts ranging from publicity stills and behind – the – scenes photos to posters and films and will run through February 7, 2014.

Phone: (215) 923-3811

Admission
Members Free
Adults $12
Seniors (ages 65 & up) $11
Youth (ages 13-21) $11
Children (ages 12& under) Free
Active Military (with ID) Free*

Federal Government Shutdown Open House in Philly

Posted on October 2, 2013 by admin

Federal Government Shutdown of National Parks

As absurd as it may seem, the Federal Government shutdown even closed the open house at Independence Mall National Park.

Protest Arrest

Posted on September 1, 2013September 2, 2013 by admin

THE LIBERTY BELL, PHILADELPHIA, PA — During an anti-war demonstration at the Liberty Bell, a veteran was allegedly arrested. The first of two demonstrations took place while President Obama was making a speech on Syria. That is when Emily Yates (an Iraqi war veteran) and other musicians were playing music in a section of Independence Mall.

The second demonstration started to gather. Fish And Game officers, along with US Park Rangers, began getting militant about the National Park.

While Emily was playing her banjo under a shade tree, U.S. Park Rangers fenced her into a confined area. Then, they told her she could not be inside the fence. Upon questioning why, she was surrounded and attacked by the officers.

At this time, Emily Yates is believed to be in Federal Detention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Concerned citizens are asking for support.

Many questions remain as to why she was man-handled in the presence of female officers. Also disturbing to those at the event — why was Emily assaulted by Park Rangers in the presence of the Philadelphia Police?