Marriott Philadelphia
1201 Market Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107

(215) 625-2900 for reservations by September 23, 2002

or at

Holiday Inn Express Midtown
1305 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107

(215) 735-9300 for reservations by September 17, 2002



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From the revered Liberty Bell to the neighborhood shops, galleries and homes that tell the stories of the American people, a visit to Philadelphia is a history lover’s dream. National monuments, tours, museums, reenactments, costumed-characters and even friendly, modern Philadelphians will open the door to the past for all visitors. More >>

"Nature always wears the colors of the spirit," wrote Emerson. This fall, Pennsylvania will again be home to more than a few bold spirits. Golden mandarin, burgundy, deep forest green and crimson. The colors simply spell out: Watch this. Now is the time to brighten your own spirit and move forward. Rekindle old friendships and spark new ones. Embark on an adventure before frost settles in. Take a new road or path, and witness the change. More >>

Suddenly they're everywhere: feisty new theater groups, artist's studios, terrific new energy. The Avenue of the Arts is a glittering string of dance, theater, and music. Our Philadelphia Museum of Art is a must-see, naturally, and it's a pretty drive to the Wyeth paintings at the Brandywine River Museum, traditional American crafts at the Mercer Museum, and the world's largest private Impressionist collection at The Barnes Foundation. But no matter what, don't miss our more, shall we say, eccentric collections, from Mutter (medical artifacts) to Mummers (there's just nothing like it on the planet).  More >>

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