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Activities feature two special programs that explore 18th-century trades and pastimes that might have taken place at the property during the lifetime of the “Penman of the Revolution.”

Written by Robert Natelson for the Volokh Conspiracy and posted on the Washington Post webpage from Oct. 16–20, 2017.

Event features a day of expert presentations providing practical advice for those concerned with the preservation and maintenance of historic burial places in the First State.

Longtime physical-plant maintenance superintendent retired after 28 years of service.

Publicizing the division’s American Alliance of Museums’ accreditation and social-media best practices among topics discussed.

18th Century Market Fair, candle making and music of World War I among the events to be presented.

Trick-or-treaters invited to the governor’s home on Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2017, between 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.

American Alliance of Museums’ accreditation is the highest recognition afforded to museums in the United States.

Activities will include tours of the home, games and crafts.

“Who Did In the Delaware Ducks?” and “Mysteries of History” to be featured

Beginning in 1911, the company promoted the use of the phonograph for music-appreciation lessons for students in kindergarten through college.

“William Penn Day” plus readings and historical theater to be featured.