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	Christ Church Burial Ground - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Christ Church Burial Ground in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin and his wife, Deborah.
		Five signers of the Declaration of Independence are buried there, with two more buried at Christ Church just a few blocks away.
		The cemetery belongs to Christ Church, the Anglican church founded in 1695 and place of worship for many of the famous Revolutionary War participants, including George Washington.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Christ_Church_Burial_Ground (188 words)

	Christ Church Tingalpa and Burial Ground - EPA/QPWS
		Christ Church Tingalpa and Burial Ground, established 1868 with the church re-constructed in 1886, is important in illustrating the pattern of development of Queensland history.
		The establishment of Christ Church Tingalpa is important in illustrating the determination of early immigrants to transplant to Queensland the culture and religion of their homeland.
		The present Christ Church Tingalpa was erected in 1886 for the Anglican parish of Tingalpa, replacing an 1868 church designed by Brisbane architect RG Suter and demolished during the cyclone of 5 December 1885.
	www.epa.qld.gov.au /projects/heritage/index.cgi?place=601799 (2299 words)

	Independence National Historical Park (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Christ Church is still an active Episcopal church and is maintained by the congregation.
		Christ Church Burial Ground is located at 5th and Arch Streets.
		Built between 1727 and 1754, Christ Church is considered one of the most beautiful 18th century structures in the United States, a monument to colonial craftsmanship.
	www.nps.gov /inde/christ-church.html (103 words)

	Best Western - The Independence Park Inn, Philadelphia PA
		In 1719, the burial ground next to Christ Church was nearly full and land was purchased along Fifth Street to add to the Churchyard.
		Christ Church Burial Ground is owned by Christ Church and is closed to the public to protect the graves.
		The ground around the Meeting House was first used for burial purposes under a patent issued by William Penn in 1701.
	www.independenceparkhotel.com /sub1a.html (1348 words)

	Historic Christ Church: The Burial Ground (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Christ Church Burial Ground is one of America’s most interesting Colonial and Revolution-era graveyards, with 1,400 markers on two beautiful acres right in the heart of historic Philadelphia.
		The Burial Ground is the final resting place for some of our most prominent leaders including Benjamin Franklin and four other signers of the Declaration of Independence.
		The Burial Ground has been restored and is open to visitors.
	www.oldchristchurch.org /burial (196 words)

	Christ Church Burial Ground
		In 1719 the burial ground next to Christ Church was becoming full, and the neighboring lands proved too marshy to be useful for burials.
		And as the process of embalming was still not practiced, burials were conducted with all possible celerity.
		Interred at Christ Church Burial Ground are hundreds of Colonial, Revolutionary and Post-Revolutionary notables.
	www.ushistory.org /tour/tour_christb.htm (1537 words)

	Religion Resources: christ church philadelphia (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		He was buried with his wife in the graveyard (Fifth and Arch Streets) of Christ Church, Philadelphia.
		All Hallows continues an international ministry with a strong relationship with The Epiphany, New York and Christ Church, Philadelphia, the Church of Sweden and the Diocese of Cyprus and the Gulf, of...
		Christ Church Ithan is proud to present the wonderful brass sound of John Swana The following...
	www.lovekjb.com /b/christchurchphiladelphia (1279 words)

	Christ Church Philadelphia Welcomes You
		Christ Church has a Pastoral Care Ministry that includes parishioners who visit those who are unable to come to Sunday services.
		Every child who visits the burial ground will receive a “History Hunt” booklet that contains questions which can only be answered by visiting the grave markers of the seven signers of the Declaration of Independence buried on Christ Church grounds.
		Five signers are buried at the Christ Church Burial Ground located at 5th and Arch Streets.
	www.christchurchphila.org (772 words)

	The Philadelphia Insider: Travel Tips for your Vacation to Philadelphia and Pennsylvania
		Called "The Nation's Church" by some, Christ Church has been an active Episcopal parish for over 3 centuries.
		The Church was organized in 1695; the current building was completed in 1744.
		The Christ Church burial ground (at 5th and Arch Street -- which was the outskirts of town when the burial ground was founded) is the final resting place of
	www.theinsider.com /Philly/Attractions/christchurch.htm (198 words)

	Christ Church Philadelphia Welcomes You (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Fill them with the love of truth and righteousness, and make them ever mindful of their calling to serve this people in thy fear.
		Whoever you are, and wherever you find yourself on the journey of faith, you are welcome at Christ Church.
		Christ Church is a forward-looking urban parish, steadfast in the
	www.christchurchphila.org /home.html (476 words)

	Go silly in Philly
		More colonial and Revolutionary War leaders are buried in Christ Church Burial Ground than in any other non-military cemetery in America.
		After his death in 1790, the statesman was interred at Christ Church Burial Ground, eventually to be joined by four other signers of the Declaration of Independence.
		Closed to the public for more than 25 years, Christ Church Burial Ground is reopened for tours.
	www.cincinnati.com /travel/stories/092103_philly.html (1945 words)

	Genealogy Report (Custom) Conover Unconnected
		He was buried after May 9, 1791 Christ Church Burial Ground 2nd and Arch St., Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania.
		Elizabeth (181202) was born July 26, 1772 Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania; baptized January 5, 1773 Christ Church, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania; m.
		Maria (208344) was born November 28, 1773 Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania; baptized December 24, 1773 Christ Church, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania; m.
	www.conovergenealogy.com /conover/uncon072.htm (1474 words)

	The Benjamin Franklin Tercentenary
		The tours will start at the grave marker of Benjamin and Deborah Franklin, then head to the markers of Franklin’s family, friends, and foes in this 2-acre historic burial ground.
		Christ Church Burial Ground, 5th and Arch Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19106, United States.
		The Burial Ground is open from 10-4 Monday-Saturday and from 12-4 on Sunday, weather permitting.
	www.benfranklin300.org /upcoming.php?id=12 (91 words)

	Historic Christ Church: News and Events (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Christ Church Preservation Trust celebrated "The Things That Last" on Monday September 12th.
		"Open Ground: There is new life for an historic gravesite that has been closed since the Bicentennial", AAA World.
		"Christ Church Burial Ground to Reopen for Public Strolling," by Inga Saffron, The Philadelphia Inquirer, January 17, 2003
	www.oldchristchurch.net /news (239 words)

	Virtual Tour of Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt
		The next stop on the tour is the Christ Church Burial Ground.
		You will see a link for Christ Church Burial Ground near the bottom of the Christ Church page.
		Name 2 people (besides Ben Franklin) who are buried here and what they are famous for.
	www.ea.pvt.k12.pa.us /htm/Units/lsDevon/DFormSS/virtualphilly.htm (270 words)

	Graveyard's gift shop is a star attraction (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Just inside the ornate iron gates of Christ Church Burial Ground in downtown Philadelphia is a crypt-sized souvenir stand.
		"It's better than charging admission," adds Neil Ronk, a Christ Church historian who notes the burial ground was closed to the public until two years ago.
		But the folks at Christ Church are too tasteful for that.
	www.courierpostonline.com /columnists/cxwa070504a.htm (548 words)

	ExplorePAHistory.com - Teach PA History - Lesson Procedure
		Benjamin Rush Grave at Historic Christ Church Burial Ground
		Burial grounds are now open to the public.
		Cost: Visiting the Burial Ground is free (with a suggested donation of $2 adults and $1 students to help maintain the Burial Ground).
	www.explorepahistory.com /lesson_after.php?id=53 (413 words)

	Burial - James Wolcott: Super-Patriot Performs Premature Mass Burial (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Burial Ground Christ Church Burial Ground is one of America’s most interesting Colonial and Revolution-era graveyards, with 1400 markers on two
		This Bronze Age burial site features more than 30 granite burial cairns, providing a unique insight into the funerary practices and social and religious
		Christ Church Burial Ground: Part of ushistory.org Congress of Websites.
	centrepages.com /?q=burial (169 words)

	Benjamin Franklin by Richard Jensen
		On Mar. 12, 1781, on the ground that excessive duties were impairing his health, Franklin tendered his resignation to Congress (Writings, VIII, 221).
		He took the ground that Congress could not compensate the Loyalists, since the confiscation acts were state laws; but he suggested that Britain might contribute much to real conciliation by voluntarily ceding Canada, in which case the Loyalists might possibly be compensated by grants of wild lands in that country.
		He was buried in Christ Church Burial Ground under a stone bearing a simple inscription of his own devising: Benjamin and Deborah Franklin (Ibid., 489, 508).
	tigger.uic.edu /~rjensen/franklin.htm (8571 words)

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		Now they rest at the Christ Church Burial Ground.
		Hear the stories of the famous and forgotten as you explore this tranquil spot with a park ranger.
		Meet at the entrance to the burial ground at the corner of 5th and Arch Streets for a walk through this historic cemetery.
	www.nps.gov /inde/prog-rip.html (50 words)

	The Political Graveyard: Philadelphia County, Pa.
		a private or family graveyard, Chowan County, N.C.; reinterment in 1906 at Christ Church Burial Ground.
		Original interment at Free Quaker Burial Ground; reinterment in 1905 at
		Original interment at New Market Street Baptist Church Graveyard; reinterment in 1851 at Glenwood Cemetery.
	politicalgraveyard.com /geo/PA/PH5.html (2469 words)

	Fringe & Live Arts Festival - P.A.W. Print - Philadelphia Arts Writers
		The Leah Stein Dance Company will perform Cornerstone at the Christ Church Burial Ground.
		Stuccio added, "By virtue of its unique format, [each] festival also provides a high concentration of people normally dispersed in smaller venues at various times of the year." So go find your people.
		You might finally see them in the daylight, away from the dark, smoky corners of the dingy bars you've patronized together, suddenly watching the Leah Stein Dance Company performing Cornerstone at the Christ Church Burial Ground on Arch Street on September 4 at 6pm.
	www.philadelphiawriters.com /articles/08_2004/fringe.htm (951 words)

	Christ Church Burial Ground
		William Smith, Provost of the University of Pennsylvania and his old enemy, gave the eulogy in Christ Church, and the Comte de Mirabeau did the same before the French National Assembly in Paris.
		Franklin was as well loved by the French as by the Americans and as honored by them, too.
		Also buried here are Benjamin Rush (1745-1813), the Father of American Medicine who was also a Declaration signer and Philip Syng Physick (1768-1837), Father of American Surgery.
	www.ushistory.org /districts/marketstreet/chris_.htm (176 words)

	Franklin Friends in the Philadelphia Area
		Benjamin Franklin was a visitor to the Keith House at Graeme Park in the 1700s while his son was engaged to Dr. Graeme's daughter.
		The Christ Church Burial Ground at 5th and Arch Streets is the final resting place of Benjamin and Deborah Franklin and many of their family.
		Historic RittenhouseTown is the site of America's first paper mill, established in 1690 by Wilhelm Rittenhausen.
	sln.fi.edu /franklin/birthday/phila.html (386 words)

	Philadelphia Live Arts Festival & Philly Fringe / September 3-18, 2004
		CornerStone marks the mysterious and the absurd, the meditative and the wild, by creating a connection between the two sides of this final resting place.
		Leah Stein Dance Company, famed for such site-specific performances as Corner Lot at the 2000 Festival, premieres a new work – this time in the historic Christ Church cemetery at 5th and Arch Streets, the burial place of Benjamin Franklin.
		The performance takes place on two sides of the site, implying the two-sidedness of our experience – then and now, life and death, dream and reality, mundane and sacred, dark and light.
	www.livearts-fringe.org /2004/livearts/templates/details.cfm?id=3912 (234 words)

	Historic Christ Church and Burial Ground, Philadelphia
		Christ Church, Philadelphia, founded in 1695, is a marvelous place to explore Colonial and Revolution-Era history.
		Its Burial Ground, which includes the tomb of Benjamin Franklin, is a wonderful tour location.
		Philadelphia, PA Tour Groups: Use our online Reservation Form for the Burial Ground
	www.oldchristchurch.org (52 words)

	Professors World Peace Academy » Happy 300th Birthday Benjamin Franklin
		His support for religion and morality was broad; he donated to all denominational churches (liberal and conservative) and the synagogue in Philadelphia.
		He owned a pew in the Episcopal Church, he built a church for evangelist George Whitfield when he came to Philadelphia, and he contributed the the building of the first Jewish synagogue.
		He was interred in Christ Church Burial Ground in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
	www.pwpa.org /pwpa/index.php?itemid=25 (5768 words)

	Christ Church Burial Ground \| Museum/Attraction Review \| Philadelphia \| Frommers.com
		Home > Destinations > North America > USA > Philadelphia > Attractions > Christ Church Burial Ground
		This 1719 expansion of the original graveyard of Christ Church contains the graves of Benjamin Franklin and his wife, Deborah, along with those of four other signers of the Declaration of Independence and many Revolutionary War heroes.
		There are always pennies on Ben's grave; tossing them there is a local tradition that is supposed to bring good luck.
	www.frommers.com /destinations/philadelphia/A22635.html (175 words)

	The Friends of Franklin (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-23)
		Start at the Holiday Inn and depending on group pace, includes stops at Elfreth's Alley, Christ Church, Franklin Court and Second Bank of the U.S. Ends at Christ Church Burial Ground.
		The tour will end at Christ Church Burial Ground.
		4:00 – 4:30 PM: Cemetery visit and wreath-laying at Christ Church burial ground,
	www.benfranklin2006.org /reunion.html (946 words)

	Live Arts Listings
		CornerStone, Leah Stein Dance Company, 6pm, $15, Christ Church Burial Ground, Arch St. between 4th & 5th St.s
		Off the Map, Zen In The Basement Dance Company, 7pm, $15, Christ Church Neighborhood House, 20 N. American St.
		Off the Map, Zen In The Basement Dance Company, 1:30 & 7pm, $15, Christ Church Neighborhood House, 20 N. American St.
	www.citypaper.net /articles/2004-09-16/livearts_.shtml (926 words)

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