Once Upon a Nation Storytelling Benches is an award-winning concept that features 13 unique semi-circular teak benches scattered around Historic Philadelphia where Once Upon A Nation uniformed storytellers share tales from the nation's history. Open during the Spring and Summer, these benches are located throughout the Independence National Historical Park area outside many of the top attractions and staffed during the daytime with professional storytellers who entertain and educate visitors with short stories about the culture and history of the city, region, and country.

Philadelphia, PA 19121-1095

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