One of the things our residents love most about life at The Philadelphia Protestant Home (PPH) is its easy access to the bright lights of Philadelphia and all of the many attractions there, from sporting events to cultural attractions to historic sites. We frequently go as a community on excursions to explore the sights, sounds and tastes of the city. Everything, from the Liberty Bell to Phillies ball games, is just a short trip away. Although these special attractions are currently closed to the public due to COVID-19, many of them are still open virtually 24 hours day. Here are some ways to explore the city of Brotherly Love with just a few clicks, right from the comfort of your couch.
1. Travel back in time to Independence Hall.
Get an inside look at the birthplace of freedom through a guided video tour of Independence Hall. See where the Declaration of Independence was signed and the constitution was written; hear the story of the Liberty Bell; and much more.
Click here to visit Independence Hall.>
2. Go wild at the Philadelphia Zoo.
Hang out with exotic animals without leaving your home. Check out the full library of “Philly Zoo at 2” Facebook Live videos. Get up close with giant tortoises, meet a legless lizard, soar with a bald eagle and splash with a big, beautiful hippo!
Click here to meet some wild and wonderful animals.>
3. Study your brain at The Franklin Institute.
Dig deep into your gray matter through interactive activities from the award-winning brain exhibit at the renowned Philadelphia science museum, The Franklin Institute.
Click here to explore The Franklin Institute.>
4. Have a ball with the Phillies.
Replay all the highlights from the most memorable baseball games in “Phillies Must C,” a video series that features top moments from the 2019 season, miraculous saves and bat-cracking home runs.
Click here to catch some Phillies highlights.>
5. Explore the City of Brotherly Love.
Now that you’ve visited some of Philadelphia’s individual attractions, it’s time to put on your tourist hat and explore the entire city. This 3D virtual tour takes you on a sightseeing trek across all of Philly’s best-loved spots, from Race Street Pier to Boathouse Row to Reading Terminal Market. While you’re watching, you can also listen to a commentator explain fascinating facts about the birthplace of America.
Click here for a 3D tour of Philly.>
At PPH, we can’t wait to have you back on our beautiful campus and invite you to come along on some in-person outings to our favorite city, Philadelphia. Until then, please feel free to call us at 215-697-8000 for more information about our community, or click here to watch our Virtual Information Series, a collection of informative videos about life at PPH.