I am so PROUD to be involved with the Friends of Independence

Being in the presence of Independence Hall on the July 4^th weekend was truly a thrill for me!  As I looked up at the temporary dressing (Decorative Scrim) on Independence Hall Tower, I knew that without the financial support of the Friends and others in the business community, the Tower would be without its striking and majestic façade.    The Friends of Independence were able to raise the much needed funds to properly dress the Hall with a fine casing (Decorative Scrim,) and to restore her image during the renovations.

While listening to the sounds of Peter Nero and the Philly Pops on Independence Mall this year, with so many people from all over the world, I was proud to be an active Board Member, Co-Chair of the Independence Hall Restoration Project and volunteer. (As you can see from my picture below in the new Friends’ tee shirt.)



Thank you Don Kaufman for being my photographer



I wonder what people feel when they look up and see the Tower.  Do they know the financial and historical contributions that the Friends Sponsors have made to this project?  I know what one Society Hill Resident and Sponsor said regarding her involvement…

As a Philadelphian and an Educator, I take great pride in being able to take part in a free society. Since Independence Hall embodies all that we hold dear through our Declaration of Independence and Constitution, it needs to be as beautiful as the concept of our democracy.
It is there so that those who visit may know that we are one people under
one tower -----Americans all!

Bubbles Seidenberg
Society Hill Resident

But so many of people were instrumental in the success of this project!  What do you feel or think when you look up at the Decorative Scrim that covers the scaffolding around Independence Hall ?  Please share your thoughts here on our blog…..

With the Decorative Scrim in place and renovations to the Tower underway, the Friends of Independence have started our 39^th year of supporting key projects to benefit our beloved Independence National Historic Park. What will be the next project the Friends are engaged in?  You never know, but I am sure that the park has a list and the Friends will happily agree to help. 

As a Friend, Board Member and committed Philadelphia neighbor, I ask that you continue to invest in the preservation of our national treasures and consider being a life-long friend and financial supporter.   Your backing will continue to improve the parks and symbols of our freedom for generations to come.  Please contribute here.

Thank you and see you in the park!

Karen D. Kaufman

Board Member and Treasurer