Source: African American Museum in Philadelphia Description: This museum offers information and exhibits for teachers and students covering the history of African Americans in Philadelphia and the US, and offers professional development for teachers. Founded in 1976 in celebration of the nation’s Bicentennial, the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) is the first institution funded and built by…

Source: Mid-Atlantic Regional Center for the Humanities at Rutgers University (Camden) Description: The Encyclopedia of Greater Philadelphia is a civic project to increase understanding of one of America’s greatest cities. Based at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Center for the Humanities (MARCH) at Rutgers-Camden, the encyclopedia project builds from a foundation of civic engagement and brings the work of…

Source: Independence Visitor Center Corporation Description: This center offers teachers, students, and families a wide variety of opportunities to visit many sites, museums, and  other locations all focused on the history of Philadelphia. We provide access to all the city has to offer: activities, tickets, reservations, and opportunities.  Our friendly, helpful, multilingual staff can turn any visitor’s wish list…

Source: Global Philadelphia Association Description: The “World Heritage Tool Kit” contains 29 model lesson plans for primary and secondary students focusing on Philadelphia’s history and global heritage in a variety of subjects, including STEM. The Tool Kit is a searchable PDF and also contains a listing of additional resources, including websites, local organizations and museums, and…