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Target 1st Wednesdays 5:00 pm Event Details

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Target First Wednesday gives visitors two hours of extra playtime at an affordable price. Admission for all guests over the age of one is discounted to $2.00 admission from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble 6:00 pm Event Details

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6:00 pm8:00 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

One of Philadelphia's most innovative and progrssive jazz groups, Warren Oree and The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble has been a favorite fixture of Junior Jazz for over 15 years, introducing young children to jazz with fun, interactive performances. Formed in 1979, the band has performed throughout the world and has recorded eight CDs of uniquely styled jazz originals and standard compositions. Since 1990 Oree has been lecturing and presenting workshops on jazz, music composition and other aspects of the music industry.

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Star Wars Day 9:00 am Event Details

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"MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU"

Come out and enjoy Star Wars Day. Celebrate the play value of Star Wars with activities related to "space" and a display of vintage and contemporary Star Wars toys which have had a significant impact on play and childhood in the late 20th century and beyond. Special programming include:
12:30PM - A Far, Far out dance party
3-5PM - Character Appearances by Darth Vader, Boba Fett & Storm Troopers
4:30PM - End of Day Parade/Imperial March
Star Wars themed Art experience in the program room
And More

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Louie Miranda 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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Louie Miranda is a Junior Jazz regular who performed at the grand opening of the new Museum at Memorial Hall and is featured at our Countdown to Noon celebration every year. Louie is an amazing guitarist who performs Latin Jazz in highly interactive family-oriented concerts that blend sophisticated rhythms with inspiring lyrics to create music that teaches as it entertains.

The Clef Club of Philadelphia Student Jazz Band 12:00 pm Event Details

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12:00 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Musical performances from The Clef Club

Louie Miranda 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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Louie Miranda is a Junior Jazz regular who performed at the grand opening of the new Museum at Memorial Hall and is featured at our Countdown to Noon celebration every year. Louie is an amazing guitarist who performs Latin Jazz in highly interactive family-oriented concerts that blend sophisticated rhythms with inspiring lyrics to create music that teaches as it entertains.

The Clef Club of Philadelphia Student Jazz Band 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Musical performances from The Clef Club

Louie Miranda 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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Louie Miranda is a Junior Jazz regular who performed at the grand opening of the new Museum at Memorial Hall and is featured at our Countdown to Noon celebration every year. Louie is an amazing guitarist who performs Latin Jazz in highly interactive family-oriented concerts that blend sophisticated rhythms with inspiring lyrics to create music that teaches as it entertains.

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Louie Miranda 12:00 pm Event Details

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12:00 pm
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Louie Miranda is a Junior Jazz regular who performed at the grand opening of the new Museum at Memorial Hall and is featured at our Countdown to Noon celebration every year. Louie is an amazing guitarist who performs Latin Jazz in highly interactive family-oriented concerts that blend sophisticated rhythms with inspiring lyrics to create music that teaches as it entertains.

The Clef Club of Philadelphia Student Jazz Band 12:30 pm Event Details

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12:30 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Musical performances from The Clef Club

Louie Miranda 1:30 pm Event Details

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1:30 pm
PTM: Please Touch Playhouse Theater

Louie Miranda is a Junior Jazz regular who performed at the grand opening of the new Museum at Memorial Hall and is featured at our Countdown to Noon celebration every year. Louie is an amazing guitarist who performs Latin Jazz in highly interactive family-oriented concerts that blend sophisticated rhythms with inspiring lyrics to create music that teaches as it entertains.

The Clef Club of Philadelphia Student Jazz Band 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Musical performances from The Clef Club

Louie Miranda 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
PTM: Please Touch Playhouse Theater

Louie Miranda is a Junior Jazz regular who performed at the grand opening of the new Museum at Memorial Hall and is featured at our Countdown to Noon celebration every year. Louie is an amazing guitarist who performs Latin Jazz in highly interactive family-oriented concerts that blend sophisticated rhythms with inspiring lyrics to create music that teaches as it entertains.

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
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Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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Children's Mental Health Awareness Day 2012  Event Details

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The Delaware Valley Art Therapy Association (DVATA) and Please Touch Museum of Philadelphia Supports National Children's Mental Health Day.

The theme this year is Heroes of Hope.
Volunteers from DVATA will be visiting PTM in the program room to play with our visitors and make puppets of visitor's heros.

SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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Centennial Opening Day Celebration  Event Details

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PTM will celebrate the history and excitement of the Centennial Exposition with programming that highlights the major themes (music, patriotism, discovery & transportation) running through the Centennial. All programming is intended to introduce our young audience to the concept of history though age appropriate, familiar and fun activities.

SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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Tony Miceli 11:00 am Event Details

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Vibraphone virtuoso Tony Miceli, who debuted at the 2008 Junior Jazz Festival, is one of Philadelphia’s most renowned jazz musicians, having performed and recorded with Gerald Veasley, Olivier Hutman, and John Swana. He is currently involved with groups such as The Philly 5, Monkadelphia, Mallet Madness and Meg Clifton and the Cliftones. He performs virtually everywhere in town, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Chris’ Jazz Cafe, and he mentors a number of young jazz musicians.

The Clef Club of Philadelphia Student Jazz Band 12:00 pm Event Details

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12:00 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Musical performances from The Clef Club

Tony Miceli 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
PTM: Please Touch Playhouse Theater

Vibraphone virtuoso Tony Miceli, who debuted at the 2008 Junior Jazz Festival, is one of Philadelphia’s most renowned jazz musicians, having performed and recorded with Gerald Veasley, Olivier Hutman, and John Swana. He is currently involved with groups such as The Philly 5, Monkadelphia, Mallet Madness and Meg Clifton and the Cliftones. He performs virtually everywhere in town, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Chris’ Jazz Cafe, and he mentors a number of young jazz musicians.

The Clef Club of Philadelphia Student Jazz Band 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Musical performances from The Clef Club

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

Tony Miceli 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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Vibraphone virtuoso Tony Miceli, who debuted at the 2008 Junior Jazz Festival, is one of Philadelphia’s most renowned jazz musicians, having performed and recorded with Gerald Veasley, Olivier Hutman, and John Swana. He is currently involved with groups such as The Philly 5, Monkadelphia, Mallet Madness and Meg Clifton and the Cliftones. He performs virtually everywhere in town, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Chris’ Jazz Cafe, and he mentors a number of young jazz musicians.

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Tony Miceli 12:00 pm Event Details

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12:00 pm
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Vibraphone virtuoso Tony Miceli, who debuted at the 2008 Junior Jazz Festival, is one of Philadelphia’s most renowned jazz musicians, having performed and recorded with Gerald Veasley, Olivier Hutman, and John Swana. He is currently involved with groups such as The Philly 5, Monkadelphia, Mallet Madness and Meg Clifton and the Cliftones. He performs virtually everywhere in town, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Chris’ Jazz Cafe, and he mentors a number of young jazz musicians.

The Clef Club of Philadelphia Student Jazz Band 12:30 pm Event Details

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12:30 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Musical performances from The Clef Club

Tony Miceli 1:30 pm Event Details

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1:30 pm
PTM: Please Touch Playhouse Theater

Vibraphone virtuoso Tony Miceli, who debuted at the 2008 Junior Jazz Festival, is one of Philadelphia’s most renowned jazz musicians, having performed and recorded with Gerald Veasley, Olivier Hutman, and John Swana. He is currently involved with groups such as The Philly 5, Monkadelphia, Mallet Madness and Meg Clifton and the Cliftones. He performs virtually everywhere in town, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Chris’ Jazz Cafe, and he mentors a number of young jazz musicians.

The Clef Club of Philadelphia Student Jazz Band 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Musical performances from The Clef Club

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

Tony Miceli 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
PTM: Please Touch Playhouse Theater

Vibraphone virtuoso Tony Miceli, who debuted at the 2008 Junior Jazz Festival, is one of Philadelphia’s most renowned jazz musicians, having performed and recorded with Gerald Veasley, Olivier Hutman, and John Swana. He is currently involved with groups such as The Philly 5, Monkadelphia, Mallet Madness and Meg Clifton and the Cliftones. He performs virtually everywhere in town, including the Philadelphia Museum of Art and Chris’ Jazz Cafe, and he mentors a number of young jazz musicians.

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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Tap Team Two 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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Join us as the Tap Team Two showcases Irish, African, Hip-op and house rhythms. These two "hoofing" dancers create unbelievable percussion with their feet.

Tap Team Two 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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Join us as the Tap Team Two showcases Irish, African, Hip-op and house rhythms. These two "hoofing" dancers create unbelievable percussion with their feet.

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

Tap Team Two 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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Join us as the Tap Team Two showcases Irish, African, Hip-op and house rhythms. These two "hoofing" dancers create unbelievable percussion with their feet.

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Tap Team Two 12:00 pm Event Details

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12:00 pm
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Join us as the Tap Team Two showcases Irish, African, Hip-op and house rhythms. These two "hoofing" dancers create unbelievable percussion with their feet.

Dance Improv with Pennsylvania Ballet II 12:30 pm Event Details

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12:30 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Can you dance ballet in tennis shoes? Legendary choreographer Jerome Robbins thought so! N.Y. Export: Opus Jazz is Robbins' "ballet in sneakers," bursting with 1950's flair, high energy and the spirit of his famous Broadway musical West Side Story. Join us as the dancers will lead the crowd in a fun-filled dance improv - no experience necessary! You'll be moving to swinging Robert Prince score.

Tap Team Two 1:30 pm Event Details

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1:30 pm
PTM: Please Touch Playhouse Theater

Join us as the Tap Team Two showcases Irish, African, Hip-op and house rhythms. These two "hoofing" dancers create unbelievable percussion with their feet.

Dance Improv with Pennsylvania Ballet II 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

Can you dance ballet in tennis shoes? Legendary choreographer Jerome Robbins thought so! N.Y. Export: Opus Jazz is Robbins' "ballet in sneakers," bursting with 1950's flair, high energy and the spirit of his famous Broadway musical West Side Story. Join us as the dancers will lead the crowd in a fun-filled dance improv - no experience necessary! You'll be moving to swinging Robert Prince score.

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

Tap Team Two 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
PTM: Please Touch Playhouse Theater

Join us as the Tap Team Two showcases Irish, African, Hip-op and house rhythms. These two "hoofing" dancers create unbelievable percussion with their feet.

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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One of Philadelphia's most innovative and progrssive jazz groups, Warren Oree and The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble has been a favorite fixture of Junior Jazz for over 15 years, introducing young children to jazz with fun, interactive performances. Formed in 1979, the band has performed throughout the world and has recorded eight CDs of uniquely styled jazz originals and standard compositions. Since 1990 Oree has been lecturing and presenting workshops on jazz, music composition and other aspects of the music industry.

High School of the Future Jazz Band 12:00 pm Event Details

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12:00 pm
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Musical performance by the High School of the Future Jazz Band

Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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One of Philadelphia's most innovative and progrssive jazz groups, Warren Oree and The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble has been a favorite fixture of Junior Jazz for over 15 years, introducing young children to jazz with fun, interactive performances. Formed in 1979, the band has performed throughout the world and has recorded eight CDs of uniquely styled jazz originals and standard compositions. Since 1990 Oree has been lecturing and presenting workshops on jazz, music composition and other aspects of the music industry.

Masterman High School Jazz Band 2:00 pm Event Details

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Musical performance by the Masterman High School Jazz Band

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
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Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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One of Philadelphia's most innovative and progrssive jazz groups, Warren Oree and The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble has been a favorite fixture of Junior Jazz for over 15 years, introducing young children to jazz with fun, interactive performances. Formed in 1979, the band has performed throughout the world and has recorded eight CDs of uniquely styled jazz originals and standard compositions. Since 1990 Oree has been lecturing and presenting workshops on jazz, music composition and other aspects of the music industry.

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Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble 12:00 pm Event Details

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12:00 pm
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One of Philadelphia's most innovative and progrssive jazz groups, Warren Oree and The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble has been a favorite fixture of Junior Jazz for over 15 years, introducing young children to jazz with fun, interactive performances. Formed in 1979, the band has performed throughout the world and has recorded eight CDs of uniquely styled jazz originals and standard compositions. Since 1990 Oree has been lecturing and presenting workshops on jazz, music composition and other aspects of the music industry.

Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble 1:30 pm Event Details

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1:30 pm
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One of Philadelphia's most innovative and progrssive jazz groups, Warren Oree and The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble has been a favorite fixture of Junior Jazz for over 15 years, introducing young children to jazz with fun, interactive performances. Formed in 1979, the band has performed throughout the world and has recorded eight CDs of uniquely styled jazz originals and standard compositions. Since 1990 Oree has been lecturing and presenting workshops on jazz, music composition and other aspects of the music industry.

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
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Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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One of Philadelphia's most innovative and progrssive jazz groups, Warren Oree and The Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble has been a favorite fixture of Junior Jazz for over 15 years, introducing young children to jazz with fun, interactive performances. Formed in 1979, the band has performed throughout the world and has recorded eight CDs of uniquely styled jazz originals and standard compositions. Since 1990 Oree has been lecturing and presenting workshops on jazz, music composition and other aspects of the music industry.

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
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Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
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Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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SCAT CAT 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

SCAT CAT 3:00 pm Event Details

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An ordinary alley cat stumbles upon a trash can with a musical occupant: Max Roach! Dazzled by Max's drumming and wishing to hear more music, the cat embarks on a journey to learn all about a special kind of music: Jazz!

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Tom McDonnell Magic Show 11:00 am Event Details

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11:00 am
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Please Touch Museum's favorite magician!

Odunde Festival Performers 12:00 pm Event Details

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12:00 pm
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The Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble visits Please Touch Museum. Their show includes amazing stilt walkers, dancers and drummers. The Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble are known for their West African presentations of Guinea, Senegal, Mali, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, The Gambia, Liberia, Sierra Leone and more!

Tom McDonnell Magic Show 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
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Please Touch Museum's favorite magician!

Odunde Festival Performers 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
PTM: Hamilton Hall

The Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble visits Please Touch Museum. Their show includes amazing stilt walkers, dancers and drummers. The Universal African Dance & Drum Ensemble are known for their West African presentations of Guinea, Senegal, Mali, Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, The Gambia, Liberia, Sierra Leone and more!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

Tom McDonnell Magic Show 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
PTM: Please Touch Playhouse Theater

Please Touch Museum's favorite magician!

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Tom McDonnell Magic Show 1:00 pm Event Details

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1:00 pm
PTM: Please Touch Playhouse Theater

Please Touch Museum's favorite magician!

Centennial Grown-Up Tours 2:00 pm Event Details

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2:00 pm
Please Touch Museum

Take a trip back in time and enjoy the restored architecture and rich history of Memorial Hall. On your tour learn about the works of art that were displayed in the galleries at the Centennial and later, when the massive, domed building housed the earliest collections of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

A highlight is a visit to the museum’s Centennial Exploration exhibit, which features a scale model, built in 1889, depicting the more than 200 buildings erected for the Centennial.

See Centennial Tours for more information!

Tom McDonnell Magic Show 3:00 pm Event Details

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3:00 pm
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Please Touch Museum's favorite magician!

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