 The Center City trolley tour takes guests through the Avenue of the Arts, City Hall, Old City, Spring Garden, Chinatown, and more. See Philadelphia's most iconic murals in addition to City landmark attractions. Experienced guides lead participants through Philadelphia’s diverse neighborhoods, providing an “off the beaten path,” behind-the-scenes look at some of the city’s 3,000 murals, including details on how they are made and the stories behind them. A mural arts trolley tour is a can’t-miss, uniquely Philadelphia, experience.
Check-in at the Mural Arts Program booth located on the North End of the Visitor Center. Please check-in at the booth 15 minutes before departure. The antique trolleys are heated when necessary and have windows that open, but the trolleys do not have air conditioning. Photos courtesy of the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program. |
Date: Saturday, May 7, 2011
Time: 9:45 AM Assemble
10:00 AM-12:00 noon: Trolley Tour
Location: Independence Visitors Center,
6th & Market Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Meet at the Visitors Center promptly at 9:45
Trolley Tour Web site
Cost: $20 for dues-paying Club Members and their guests
$30 for non-members
Reservations: via MIT Infinite Connection:
https://alum.mit.edu/smarTrans/register-login.vm?eventID=55281&groupID=158
Club Membership -- Join or Renew on-line:
https://alum.mit.edu/smarTrans/user/PayDues.dyn?groupID=158
For Questions: Larry Ward, e-mail lward@alum.mit.edu
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