A Companion Driving and Walking Tour of Indigenous Paths of New Sweden by Bob Thomas
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One of 12 upcoming events at American Swedish Historical Museum, and 3,302 across Philadelphia.
Get your tickets for the ASHM Centennial Gala - October 17th! Have you ever wondered where local Ancestral Indigenous trails from the 17th century are located? Join us for an all-day fall motoring tour on remote back roads and walking trails, some of which are reputed to have been used by Indigenous peoples in southern New Jersey. Be prepared for beautiful and remote trails, interesting history, lessons on the Pine Barrens, and some enjoyable tales as well. Registration and Information: Contact Bob Thomas at [email protected] and put “Paths of New Sweden” in the subject line. Meeting Place, Time, Food, Supplies, and Other Details: will be provided by October 1st once we know where people are coming from. This is a free event with limited space. Be sure to register early! About the Presenter: Robert P. Thomas , AIA is a partner in Campbell Thomas & Co. Architects, a firm noted since 1976 for historic preservation, sustainable community development, trails and greenways. Bob has served for several decades on the City’s Historical Commission, as well as on the boards of numerous non-profit organizations oriented to preservation, conservation and community revitalization. Bob shares his passion for history and trails by giving lectures and leading tours in eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, and the northern Delmarva Peninsula and elsewhere. Please visit this link to view our previous virtual lecture on the subject.