Curious minds will enjoy spending the day at Historical Society of Pennsylvania. Here, you can examine dozens of unique exhibits that help bring the past back to life.

You'll soon see why this Center City collection of historical artifacts is popular with travelers. If you're searching for other things to see here, Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, and University of Pennsylvania are in this area as well. They won't take you long to get to from Historical Society of Pennsylvania.

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