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Philadelphia's Hidden Gems
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"Secret" history can be found all over Philadelphia. Whether it's unique museums or untold stories, the city is full of hidden gems to seek out. Use this guide to locate a few gems and use it to lead the way to discover your own!
- Pop culture
- Art
- Architecture
- Science & Tech
- Nature
- Local culture
- History
- Religion
Places in this guide
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Fort MifflinOldest fort in continuous military use 🏛️ - 2
The Masonic TempleLaid with Washington's Capitol gavel 🔨 - 3
The Rosenbach Museum & LibraryOnce home to Maurice Sendak's collection 📚 - 4
Wagner Free Institute of ScienceHome of the first American saber-toothed tiger 🦷 - 5
WyckAmerica's oldest rose garden in its original plan 🌹 - 6
The Fabric Workshop and MuseumMuseum unlike any other 🎨 - 7
Museum for Art in WoodInternational leader for contemporary art in wood 🪵
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