Faith and Liberty Discovery Center

Faith and Liberty Discovery Center An immersive museum that explores the impact of the Bible on individuals throughout American history.

The Faith and Liberty Discovery Center offers a unique lens from which to understand the history of Philadelphia and the nation — faith. Among America’s essential founding documents, the Bible is a significant cultural force that has inspired, influenced, and informed the American ideal of liberty, and continues to shape our national identity as a free people.

Celebrating National Author’s Day with the “Bay Psalm Book” - America’s first printed book, published in 1640, made poss...
11/01/2023

Celebrating National Author’s Day with the “Bay Psalm Book” - America’s first printed book, published in 1640, made possible by countless writers who contributed. 📖 🇺🇸

Today, there are approximately 11 copies remaining. One of these copies was auctioned in New York for a staggering $14.2 million, highlighting its immense cultural and historical significance.

10/20/2023

This month we had the privilege of hosting Professor Steele Brand from Cairn University for an inspiring presentation to kick off this season’s Scholar Lecture Series. History came to life as we dove into the world of political leadership and explored insights on St. Patrick’s lasting impact on society.

10/13/2023

Embracing love 🤍 Uncover Jillian’s take on love, and how her concept of family inspired the creation of her mural. She reminds us that “showing somebody a tiny amount of kindness can turn their life around, and change it for the better”.

Join us in celebrating the beauty of love and kindness in Jillian’s mural THIS Saturday, October 14th 🏙️

10/12/2023

Presenting unity 🌎 Listen to Luke’s interpretation of unity and how he created a masterpiece that represents “joining together with others to build something that’s bigger than yourself”.

Experience the power of togetherness and join us for the unveiling of Luke’s mural THIS Saturday, October 14th 🤝

10/11/2023

Bringing hope to life 🕊️ Step inside Emma’s creative process and explore the inner workings behind her mural. Drawing inspiration from the Constitution and the idea of a “living document”, Emma finds a unique way to embody the spirit of hope.

To see the reveal of Emma’s completed vision of “Hope”, join us at Faith and Liberty Day, THIS Saturday, October 14th 💫

10/10/2023

Next up: Justice ⚖️ This episode features art students, Kylie and Clare, who share their perspectives on the concept of justice and how it fueled the creation of their murals.

Don’t miss the chance to witness the unveiling of “Justice” by Kylie and Clare at Faith and Liberty Day on Saturday, October 14th 🤗

10/09/2023

Featuring liberty 🌟 Our next episode includes art students, Deanna and Jasmine, who take us behind the scenes, revealing why they chose liberty, what it means to them, and the inspirations behind their unique concepts.

Join us for the grand unveiling of Deanna and Jasmine’s murals on Saturday, October 14th to experience their creative visions come to life 👩‍🎨🖼️

10/08/2023

Lights, camera, action 🎬 Discover which core value - faith, liberty, justice, hope, unity, or love - each of the artists from Cairn University and Holy Family University chose to showcase in their murals in our interview series. In this episode, Julia and Douglas reveal their inspirations and the artistic concepts behind their murals.

To see “Faith” come to life in Julia and Douglas’ completed murals, join us at Faith and Liberty Day on Saturday, October 14th! You won’t want to miss it 🤩🖌️

10/07/2023

The unveiling of the Illuminations Artist Showcase is just around the corner! Cayla Belser, a professor from Cairn University, shares her passion for this project and the work of her students in the first part of our interview series. We are happy to announce that this program has expanded to not only include Cairn University, but also Holy Family University. Join us on Saturday, October 14th for the unveiling of the murals, a part of our American Values Exhibit!

Stay tuned for our artist interviews 👀🎨

Join us for an unforgettable day celebrating faith, liberty, and American values on Faith and Liberty Day ✨ 🇺🇸  Meet and...
10/05/2023

Join us for an unforgettable day celebrating faith, liberty, and American values on Faith and Liberty Day ✨ 🇺🇸 Meet and greet William Penn, witness the Faith and Liberty Day proclamation presentation, and experience our American Values Art Exhibit unveiling!

You’ll even have the chance to indulge in free ice cream sundaes and snag some FLDC giveaways (while supplies last). Plus, don’t miss the chance to get a free tour of the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 14th 🗓️ Festivities begin at 11am!

09/27/2023

Embark on your journey of self-discovery as you enter through our 180-degree Welcome Gallery. Here you’ll have the opportunity to hear from a diverse group of individuals and get a glimpse of how the six core values the FLDC is built upon have impacted their lives 🌟 🙏

Yesterday was the celebration of 234 years of justice! On September 24th, 1789, the Judiciary Act laid the foundation fo...
09/25/2023

Yesterday was the celebration of 234 years of justice! On September 24th, 1789, the Judiciary Act laid the foundation for our judicial system. Join us in commemorating its historic legacy and the pillars of justice it established 🇺🇸 🏛️ ⚖️

On the evening of September 11, 2001, President George W. Bush quoted Psalm 23:4 to a nation in shock:"Tonight, I ask fo...
09/11/2023

On the evening of September 11, 2001, President George W. Bush quoted Psalm 23:4 to a nation in shock:

"Tonight, I ask for your prayers for all those who grieve, for the children whose worlds have been shattered, for all whose sense of safety and security has been threatened. And I pray they will be comforted by a power greater than any of us, spoken through the ages in Psalm 23: 'Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me."

Today and every day we honor those who lost their lives and the heroes who tried to save them.

It was 55 years ago when César Chávez started his well-known 25-day fast on behalf of workers' rights. His nonviolent pr...
09/04/2023

It was 55 years ago when César Chávez started his well-known 25-day fast on behalf of workers' rights. His nonviolent protests for farmworkers led many to compare him to the likes of Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr.

We commemorate him, and many other Changemakers, who have made an impact in our nation's history.

Visit us today!

08/28/2023

Today, we celebrate the 60th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech. Visit us today to learn more about how the Bible influenced his speech and his life.

08/25/2023
Today's the day! Come to the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center for a chance to win Jordan Davis concert tickets and han...
08/19/2023

Today's the day! Come to the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center for a chance to win Jordan Davis concert tickets and hang with Andie Summers and the 92.5 XTU Crew. Random ticket drawing is at 1pm!

Ready for a brand new event this weekend with a musical twist? Come to the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center this Satur...
08/16/2023

Ready for a brand new event this weekend with a musical twist? Come to the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center this Saturday, August 19th for your chance to score a pair of tickets to see country music sensation, Jordan Davis, and hang with Andie Summers and the 92.5 XTU Crew.

Did you know that our City of Brotherly Love used to be the capital of the United States!? This week marks 233 years sin...
07/22/2023

Did you know that our City of Brotherly Love used to be the capital of the United States!? This week marks 233 years since Philadelphia became the temporary capital of our nation, 10 years before moving down 95 to Washington D.C.!

💡 Immerse yourself in the rich history of Philadelphia during your next visit to the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center!

💡   that the first English-Language Bible to be published in our nation was done so right here in Philadelphia by printe...
07/20/2023

💡 that the first English-Language Bible to be published in our nation was done so right here in Philadelphia by printer, Robert Aitken? We're lucky enough to have it featured at the FLDC!

Discover more firsts when you plan your next visit to the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center at www.faithandliberty.org

📍 Visit Philly’s Award-Winning Museum– Plan your visit to the FLDC, and explore America's story from the beginning! 🗓️ M...
07/19/2023

📍 Visit Philly’s Award-Winning Museum– Plan your visit to the FLDC, and explore America's story from the beginning!

🗓️ Monday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm

Visit www.faithandliberty.org for tickets and information!

🇫🇷 Vive la liberté!  , July 14, 1789, the people of France stormed the Bastille, a fortress and prison in Paris, as a sy...
07/14/2023

🇫🇷 Vive la liberté! , July 14, 1789, the people of France stormed the Bastille, a fortress and prison in Paris, as a symbol of their fight against monarchy and oppression. Bastille Day commemorates the spirit of freedom and liberty that ignited the French Revolution sparking a period of radical political and social change!

💡Discover similar stories of the pursuit of freedom and liberty at FLDC! Plan your visit today at www.faithandliberty.org

💡 📖 Calling all bookworms: Check out our summer reading list! Follow along each week as we feature a new book from the F...
07/11/2023

💡 📖 Calling all bookworms: Check out our summer reading list! Follow along each week as we feature a new book from the FLDC gift shop— many of which were penned by featured and scholars from our team of historians and religious experts.

Take your copy home from our !

🔔 Yesterday, July 8, marked the day Philadelphia became home to the first public reading of the Declaration of Independe...
07/09/2023

🔔 Yesterday, July 8, marked the day Philadelphia became home to the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence in 1776– right at the Liberty Bell, steps away from the FLDC!

Plan your next visit & explore the stories that shaped our nation: www.faithandliberty.org

07/08/2023

Last weekend, we celebrated faith, liberty, and the birth of our nation 🇺🇸! We hope everyone who joined the celebration had an amazing July 4th Weekend— here’s a quick recap of ours!

Today, we're celebrating   with Free Museum Day c/o Wawa Welcome America! Come explore the story that sparked our nation...
07/04/2023

Today, we're celebrating with Free Museum Day c/o Wawa Welcome America! Come explore the story that sparked our nation's independence– we're here until 5!

Today, some very special visitors stopped by the FLDC and toured our galleries as part of their visit to the city for Ph...
07/04/2023

Today, some very special visitors stopped by the FLDC and toured our galleries as part of their visit to the city for Philadelhia's July 4th festivities! We're honored to have hosted Miss Philadelphia Scholarship Organization, Miss Pennsylvania, Miss Philadelphia's Teen, & Miss Pennsylvania's Teen– Jacqueline Means, Miranda Moore, Eva Delricci, and Lizzie Shacklett.

Only a few more hours until   begins! Swipe for our weekend schedule + lineup:💡 7/1 Open 10am to 5pm💡 7/2 Gospel on Inde...
06/30/2023

Only a few more hours until begins! Swipe for our weekend schedule + lineup:

💡 7/1 Open 10am to 5pm
💡 7/2 Gospel on Independence* (6pm)
💡 7/3 Parables of Jesus (11am) + Open 10am to 5pm
💡 7/4 Free Museum Day (10am to 5pm)

It’s never too late to plan your visit to the FLDC! Stop by or plan ahead at www.faithandliberty.org

*Limited tickets for reserve seating at Gospel on Independence are available when you tour the FLDC today and tomorrow

WE'RE HIRING! The FLDC is looking for a passionate, customer service professional to join our Visitor Experience Team. A...
06/29/2023

WE'RE HIRING! The FLDC is looking for a passionate, customer service professional to join our Visitor Experience Team. As a Visitor Experience Assistant, you will ensure that our guests enjoy their time at the FLDC from beginning to end, helping them explore the relationship between faith and liberty in America.

If you love American History, love Philadelphia, and love bringing people of all backgrounds together, this is the team for you!

For more information or to apply, visit: https://bit.ly/3CUriAG

06/28/2023

Get in! We’re headed to the FLDC for FREE MUSEUM DAY on July 4th!

We’re excited to be able to offer FREE access as a part of Wawa Welcome America's Free Museum Days.

Come explore the precursor of our nation’s independence!

Yesterday was Hellen Keller’s birthday! Let’s celebrate with some   trivia: Q: What book did Hellen Keller read and re-r...
06/28/2023

Yesterday was Hellen Keller’s birthday! Let’s celebrate with some trivia:

Q: What book did Hellen Keller read and re-read the most?

A: 📖 The Bible! In her autobiography, Midstream, Hellen said “The [book] I have read most is the Bible. I have read and reread it until in many parts the pages have faded out—I mean, my fingers have rubbed off the dots, and I must supply whole verses from memory, especially the Psalms, the Prophets, and the Gospels.”

💡 We’re lucky to have her exact Bible on display right here at the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center!

🎵 This Sunday, get ready to be moved and uplifted! In collaboration with Wawa Welcome America and The Kimmel Cultural Ca...
06/26/2023

🎵 This Sunday, get ready to be moved and uplifted! In collaboration with Wawa Welcome America and The Kimmel Cultural Campus, we’re proud to be a sponsoring partner of Gospel on Independence— a tribute to the 160th Anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation hosted by Philly’s own, Patty jackson - WDAS FM.

Join us at Independence National Historic Park for an unforgettable performance by the Welcome America Mass Choir, led by the talented Austin Woodlin and Zak Williams and featuring the incredible Six Singing Sista's Ensemble, the Soulful Philly Remembers Choir, and special appearances by Treena Ferebee and the Generations.

Limited reserve seating is available with a ticket on a first-come, first-served basis. Stop by the FLDC this week to receive a free event ticket with your visit! Lawn seating will also be available, so we encourage you to bring a blanket or lawn chair!

🗓️ When: Sunday, 07/02, 6pm
📍 Where: 599 Market Street, 19106

For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3WZSojc!

06/21/2023

What's the Faith and Liberty Discovery Center, you ask? Come see for yourself for FREE on July 4th!

Many thanks to Wawa Welcome America for making Free Museum Days possible!

"Sojourner Truth would understand that Juneteenth isn’t as much a holiday as it is an annual reminder that the job isn’t...
06/19/2023

"Sojourner Truth would understand that Juneteenth isn’t as much a holiday as it is an annual reminder that the job isn’t finished, the journey not complete."

marks the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston, Texas learned from the Union Army they had been liberated– two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was originally signed!

It was not until recently (2 years ago to be exact) that Juneteenth came to be recognized as a federal holiday, and many still don't know the meaning or context behind today's importance. In an op-ed by FLDC Scholar, Dr. Nancy Koester– an American religious historian and expert on how 19th-century women helped spur faith-inspired social reforms– she explores "Juneteenth in Context: The Journey of Sojourner Truth." Click to read: https://bit.ly/3CAOp39

This Monday, join us for a Juneteenth celebration at the Liberation Rising: Juneteenth Block Party at the African Americ...
06/17/2023

This Monday, join us for a Juneteenth celebration at the Liberation Rising: Juneteenth Block Party at the African American Museum in Philadelphia located at 7th and Arch! Stop by our booth where we'll be giving away goodies and free FLDC admission cards for July 4th!

Yesterday would’ve been Harriet Beecher Stowe’s 212th birthday. Happy Belated Birthday, Harriet!Harriet Beecher Stowe, a...
06/15/2023

Yesterday would’ve been Harriet Beecher Stowe’s 212th birthday. Happy Belated Birthday, Harriet!

Harriet Beecher Stowe, a featured FLDC , was an author and abolitionist best known for — her controversial anti-slavery novel that positions slavery as a sin.

Immerse yourself in her and her family's story when you explore the interactive Liberty Gallery!

🔗 Plan your visit at www.faithandliberty.org


06/14/2023

🇺🇸 Happy Flag Day!

Today marks 246 years since the commemoration of the American Flag– one of the most recognized symbols of liberty, justice, hope, and unity!

06/12/2023

🇺🇸 The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and it only seems right to celebrate American Independence in its birthplace— Philadelphia (we may be a bit biased)!

📜 In 1776, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence right across from where the FLDC is located at 5th and Market. You can actually still feel the excitement of this monumental moment in history on every inch of Independence Mall!

Click to add the FLDC to your itinerary and explore the story that led our Founding Fathers to this defining moment: www.faithandliberty.org

We're sending our deepest condolences to the family of Peter Saylor, one of our city's most distinguished architects. He...
06/10/2023

We're sending our deepest condolences to the family of Peter Saylor, one of our city's most distinguished architects. He played an instrumental role in the construction of the FLDC, and his spirit will continue to live on through his family, Philadelphia's architecture, and the many people he's impacted.

👭 Meet us in the Unity Tunnel for  ! You never know who you might connect with.The Unity Tunnel analyzes everything you’...
06/08/2023

👭 Meet us in the Unity Tunnel for ! You never know who you might connect with.

The Unity Tunnel analyzes everything you’ve collected with your FLDC Lamp during your tour. Discover what values inspire you, but most importantly— don’t forget to follow your light trail! It will guide you to others in the tunnel who resonate with those same values.

For tickets & group rates, visit www.faithandliberty.org 🔗

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The Faith and Liberty Discovery Center offers a unique lens from which to understand the history of Philadelphia and the nation — faith. Among America’s essential founding documents, the Bible is a significant organizing cultural force that has inspired, influenced, and informed the American ideal of liberty and continues to shape our national identity as a free people. Faith and Liberty Discovery Center will be one of Philadelphia's most immersive and interactive experiences coming to Independence Mall. Projected Opening 2021


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Donald Trump: 'I Could ... Shoot Somebody, And I Wouldn't Lose Any Voters'. His statement made on January 23, 2016 5:00 PM ET
The president actually does believe that he is above the Law. He opened up the People's White House as his campaign headquarters, this was a first. No other presidents of this country has ever done this, and this was a violation if the Hatch Act... big time. This president holds no regards for the Constitution of the United States..He also committed Treason by inviting Communist China to investigate an American dignitary.
How much the American will continue to take before they calls for accountability.
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George Washington, Samuel Adams, Alexander Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, James Madison, and Paul Revere; men of renoun, men who are venerated and held in high esteem in our classrooms and churches, their actions and leadership celebrated each year on July 4th. Christian historians laud their faith and many quote from their writings. They're held up as great men of God, our "Founding Fathers."

They financed, planned and led the charge against a tyrannical British Empire who had subjugated the colonies of the Americas. Thousands fought and died to birth this nation through great trials, giving their lives as a sacrifice for the hope that if they could not live free themselves their family would one day. So they held on, persevered and won the victory.

I wonder if any of these men ever stopped to ponder Romans 13? The King of England was the rightful ruler over the colonies. He was the authority appointed by God, yet, these men whom so many of you revere rebelled against the King. Yet you celebrate them as great God fearing men.

Millions more came after them, serving this great nation and through blood and anguish they have preserved your freedoms. And now, you scoff at what was purchased at such a high price. You make the deaths of my brothers and sisters of no account by your capitulation of the freedoms we purchased. This is a betrayal by the American people and the church in particular. When you refuse to walk in the freedom we that had provided you might as well be spitting in our faces and desecrating the graves of our fallen soldiers.

William Wallace, a name only known by historians before the release of the movie Braveheart in 1995. It's a favorite among many Christian men for its fearless pursuit of justice and freedom. Most reading this know of the passion the movie elicited and like me were probably ready to go buy a claymore and a kilt to charge the fields at Fulkirk and Stirling Bridge.

Many Christian confrences, workshops and bible studies were fashioned after the theme of the movie...FREEDOM. And many a person quoted, "They may take our lives, but they'll never take OUR FREEDOM!!!" And even today, when you read that quote, many of you read it with emotion. It is a movie worthy of many quotes, such as this;

"Men don't follow titles, they follow courage. Now our people know you, both noble and common, they respect you and if you would just lead them to freedom, they'd follow you. And so would I."

"Solemn" ceremonies were held in men's confrences and churches across America where men were "knighted" for completing a course of study as swords were given in "honor" of their great achievement as if they had actually charged in battle. This kind of "courage" is short lived because it's cheap.

Today, not a peep from these men. Only a spirit of compliance is propagated from the virtual pulpit. Let's not offend, let's not talk about the truth because it can be deemed as negative. After all, we don't want to be labeled as conspiracy theorists. Whatever the government wants, we will comply. We will be safe.

My heart aches. Not for the nation as a whole, but for those who served and sacrificed themselves to preserve what you now throw away.

And yet, there is ONE who sacrificed far more than anyone to purchase your freedom. He left glory, his high place to dwell among men. He fought, he bled and he died to purchase your freedom and he rose again on the third day to seal it for all eternity. But many who call themselves Christians are too afraid to walk in that freedom and are today making his sacrifice of no account. He leads us to freedom. And it's not a freedom without risk but one that must be lived through faith and courage while laying down the crutches of peace and safety.

Consider Peter and John in chapter 3 and 4 of the book of Acts. They were preaching in Jerusalem and were arrested. After spending the night in jail and being "severely threatened" by the pharisees, what did they do? Did they go home and cower in fear? Did they reason among themselves and decided it would be safer to comply with the demands of the government? Did they pray for deliverance? No. They prayed for boldness. What's happened to your boldness church?
Many years ago we (Global Diversity office staff) went to the predecessor of this museum (in Philadelphia) . The Liberty Museum was amazing....
Will it have a display of all the heretics NOT burned at the stake? And all the witches who were allowed to live? (Trying to imagine the intersection of Faith and Liberty)
ALWAYS post this with all the faith baloney.
This would make more sense. In approx. {?} month, of the summer, in 1981, I lost my wallet at a pay phone, in the Quaker area, in Virginia, where I had stopped to make a call to my mom. It was so hot, when I closed the door of my car, a1966 Catalina, I loved, anyway, my window broke, it just turned to crumbled sugar. Like shattered, in crumbled many pieces, of sugar. This upset, then trying to call my mom, in N.J. just to check in, did not answer the phone, of course, increased my level of anxiety. I some how, left my wallet at that pay phone, I didn't need anything, etc. I was just calling to check in, I had a bit of a experience, just prior, that also concerned me. While going down the highway, a tire on the car, just plain blew, while going down the highway. So a higher rate of speed, and I was praising and thanking the good lord, things went the way they did, also. However, that experience, just sparked my concern for everyone, my family. We were ok, completely fine, I just wanted to check in with my family, i always, checked in on, if at times, my anxiety was a bit escalated. Who by the way at the time? Had company, in, visiting, more of our family, visiting at the time, so they were not at home, they were out and about, having a dinner, going to the casino, just some tourist things, for our family that was visiting at the time. I was thinking, i am out on the road, and thought to myself, something must have been wrong, not there to answer my call? I did not know, we had family from out of town, visiting. I was very happy, to learn later and Thanking, praising God, nothing was wrong there. It just added to my distractions, my thought process at the time, etc. My little ditz phase, distraction, forgetting my wallet at the pay phone. Anyway, My Maiden name at the time was Grier and the name on my license, identity, of my wallet I had lost, then. Later, Upon realizing, I had lost my wallet, went back to the gas station, where we had stopped, where my window broke, where I had tried to use the pay phone to call my mom, check on the family, where I left my wallet. When I went into the gas station, to ask if anyone found, or returned my wallet? I had explained, aside from my license, we are on vacation, I had $80.00 in the wallet. I never planned on receiving back when it was lost, so was not a thought again. i just hoped it helped someone that actually needed it. Not much money at all, however, I had left at the pay phone, I had tried to use, to call my mom. I was on a camping trip with a friend, {I no longer speak to these days, I think, since about, 1982ish. Everyone grew up, got married, moved on in life, etc.} Anyway, the gas station attendant looked around a bit, they did not have my wallet. They explained, I was in a Quaker area, which they insisted, were very honest people. So they did not believe anyone of the Quaker's, if found it, would have taken it, without returning it and if had, to the gas station, it would be there. So, It could have been yet another tourist, also going through the area, as we were, if it could not be found. It was reported, I had to replace all of my information, the normal things, if and when loose your license, identity, et. Quite possibly, someone may have taken the money and tossed the wallet and identity. To think now, I do not believe, identity theft, in my opinion, was something of a norm back in those days. Nothing at all like these days. It was definitely, a different time, day and age, in our Nation. Even in that short period of time, ago. The 1981 to 2020, not that long of a period of time. Things were definitely, not like they are today. So I kind of felt quite comfortable, even as I thought, when I had reported the loss, what had happened. Not finding my wallet, or any thing in it. Really didn't seem to matter as much at that time. Identity theft certainly was not even a thought back then, as it maybe, in these days. I have heard stories, of crime, etc. in different inner city areas, through time. There was theft in the cities, some rare reports of violent crimes, areas of financial desperation, however, not nearly as bad as things are in these days. I was happy, that if I had to loose my identity, it was in a Quaker area, as my thoughts were, my address was on the identity in the wallet. So if a Quaker had found it at a later time, they would have mailed it back. At a later time, some time later, my mom had called me and said I received a envelope, with a license in it. Did I need it? No, but that is probably, why, or where I received it from, some honest person found it, and mailed it to my parents home at that time. I do not recall, I was not living at home, at that time either. In any regard, I think I said, no, just toss it, I had replaced my lost information, and my mom likely tossed it. So, my thoughts, story about, a Quaker town, in Virginia, back around the 1981, period of time.
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