Last week a friend and I made a trip to PA. But first we stayed downtown in the historic area in Philadelphia. I love history! (Scroll to the end to see a little quilt related post)
Philadelphia, founded in 1682 by William Penn, played a pivotal role in American history, serving as the nation's temporary capital and the site of crucial events like the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the drafting of the Constitution.
Philadelphia was the temporary capital of the United States after the Revolutionary War.
Corn Exchange Bank? lol
Independence Hall (above and below) in Philadelphia is a historic building, part of Independence National Historical Park, where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed, making it a significant site in American history and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The Liberty Bell, a symbol of American independence, was commissioned in 1751 by the Pennsylvania Assembly to commemorate the 50th anniversary of William Penn's Charter of Privileges, and it was inscribed with "Proclaim LIBERTY throughout all the Land unto all the Inhabitants thereof".
Christy and I both agreed we wanted to see the Betsy Ross house. Nobody really knows if she made the first flag, but I like the idea of it!
This fabric reminded me of the textiles in the Beauville Museum in France.
The two sewing machines were in the window of a dry cleaners.
Before our trip I caught these photos of a bald eagle on a local trail.
In 2026, the United States will commemorate the 250th anniversary (the "Semiquincentennial") of its founding, marking the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
I plan on making a quilt with eagles! Something like the one above! Want to join me?
Have a wonderful weekend!
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