Monthly Archives: July 2024

At a time when gender roles were very strict and women generally did not work outside a few very limited industries, David Rittenhouse, the first director of the US Mint, hired women onto the production staff.  In 1795, Sarah Waldrake and Rachael Summers were hired as adjusters making the US Mint the first federal agency …

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We often go to Independence National Historical Park just to see the big historic sites but its good to remember that this is also a very tranquil park (when you get away from the tourist).  Next time you are there, take some time to visit the gardens. 18th Century Garden The 18th Century Garden showcases …

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