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Lights of Liberty Show

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Lights of Liberty Show

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620 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
877-462-1776

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Historical Landmark
Live Music Venue
Theater

Lights of Liberty Show Description

NOTE: As of January 2013, this show is down for refurbishment. Lights of Liberty is an astonishing multimedia show that drops you smack into the middle of America's fight for independence. After dark, you'll don a lightweight audio headset and follow a costumed guide through cobblestone streets where slides of hand-painted images, some up to five stories high, are projected onto Independence Hall and other historic buildings. Kids and grown-ups will enjoy the swelling music, amazing sound effects, and patriotic stories told by Walter Cronkite, Ossie Davis, and Charleston Heston. The kids' version is narrated by Whoopi Goldberg.

Kid Tips

Babies: This walking tour is on cobblestone streets, so leave the stroller behind and carry babies in a frontpack carrier.

Toddlers & Pre-K: Smaller children will enjoy wearing headsets. Opt for the kids' version, even though it's for slightly older children. Be prepared to control the volume and handle reactions to the sounds of rifles and cannons.

School-Age Kids: Children ages 6-12 will love the kids' audio version.

Pre-Teens & Teens: Dramatic special effects and surround sound are sure to dazzle. Boredom is not an option!

Planning Notes

Buy tickets in advance. A maximum of 50 people are admitted per tour, and it's first come, first served. You can buy tickets in advance on the website.
Consider an early show. Kids who are tired or have an early bedtime will have more fun if they go earlier.

Just the Facts

Hours: Up to 6 shows per hour April through October: Tues.-Sat. dusk-11:15 p.m. Dates and times vary depending on season and sunset. Check the website for the schedule.

Fees: $10 - $20

Recommended Time: 1 to 2 hours