Lunch & Learn
2015-08-19 12:00 - 14:00, 2015-09-16 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
This special monthly program for lifelong learners combines an intimate one-hour tour of the Fairmount Water Works facility with an outdoor lunch on the grounds overlooking the scenic Schuylkill River. Enjoy learning about the history, engineering, architecture and environmental significance of the historic landmark. Purchase tickets here.

CANCELLED River Reimagined: A Land & Water Tour
2015-08-20 14:30 - 16:30 | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
CANCELLED
Due to the forecast of inclement weather (thunderstorms, downpours, etc.), and for the safety of our visitors, the August 20th River Reimagined tour has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience, and hope that you’ll visit the Fairmount Water Works soon!

Invisible River 2015
2015-08-29 14:00 - 20:00 | PA
The Fairmount Water Works is proud to partner with Invisible River for its annual public art and boating event, featuring a live music processional through the park, dance performances on water and suspended from the Strawberry Mansion Bridge, free boating and paddling lessons, food vendors, and a beer garden. Family fun and free for all ages!
Kick off at Mander Recreation Center, 2140 N. 33rd St. (corner of Diamond St.), Philadelphia, PA 19121

River Reimagined: A Land & Water Tour
2015-09-03 14:30 - 16:30 | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
Learn about Philadelphia’s first tourist attraction, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along this historic river. After passing through FWW’s beautifully landscaped South Garden, stroll along the ‘Schuylkill Banks’ for a 1.5 mile walk to the Walnut Street dock to board a boat for a one-hour narrated cruise. PLEASE NOTE: in the event of inclement weather, we may have to cancel the tour. You will be notified by email if the tour must be cancelled. Tickets must be purchased in advance. There will be no at-the-door sales. Purchase tickets here.

Fairmount Water Works: Inside & Out
2015-09-12 13:30 - 14:00 | PA
Learn about the Water Works’ architecture, and then head inside for a guided orientation to the “Water in our World” exhibit. Watch a 15-minute film about the building’s important role in Philadelphia’s history. Purchase tickets here.

Trails Through Time Tour
2015-11-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Tacony Creek Park Gateway, I Street & Ramona Avenue, Philadelphia, 19124, United States
Join Philadelphia Water Department’s Drew Brown and Adam Levine on this bus tour that will follow the winding course of the Wingohocking Creek.

Philadelphia was once laced with a system of streams and their tributaries, most now hidden underground. In the 19th and 20th centuries, city engineers re-channeled most of these waterways into massive sewers that run far beneath our streets.

Once a major tributary to Frankford Creek, the Wingohocking now runs in a sewer that drains Mt. Airy, Germantown, Olney, Feltonville, and Juniata. Points of interest along the way will include Awbury Arboretum and Belfield, home of Charles Wilson Peale. Learn about watersheds and how you can help protect the streams in your neighborhood. -Adam Levine, Philadelphia Water Department

Parking available at starting location & rest stops along the way.
Limited space. RSVP required.
RSVP to Robin Irizarry
robin@ttfwatershed.org | 215.744.1853

Fall Open House
2015-11-27 13:00 - 15:00, 2015-11-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
Continue your holiday festivities at the Fairmount Water Works!
Enjoy a special tour of the historic landmark, including a behind-the-scenes look at Kelly Pool. Eye-level with the Schuylkill, you’ll walk the same underground paths as a royal family and Olympic swimmers.
Visitors of all ages will be able to calculate the “water footprint” of their holiday meal during our “Setting the Thanksgiving Water Table” activity. Discover the many ways that water is a part of everything you eat, drink, and use throughout your Thanksgiving feast – from the mashed potatoes to the tablecloth – even the main attraction: the turkey!
We’ll even serve up some tasty seasonal treats, including apple cider.
(Note: The latter portion of the tour requires a hard hat, and may not be accessible for all of our visitors. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended.)

Saturday Family Tour
2016-03-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-03-19 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-04-02 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-04-23 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-04-30 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-05-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-05-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-06-11 13:00 - 14:00 and 2 more dates | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
Join Let’s Go Outdoors for a general family-friendly tour of the Fairmount Water Works!
Learn about amazing grounds outside of the historic site, including the Fishway Dam, then head inside for a guided orientation to “Water in our World” and watch a 15-minute film about the building’s important role in Philadelphia’s history. Let’s Go Outdoors inspires an appreciation for the outdoors through education and recreation programming, especially among people of color and those that live in city communities.
After the tour, stick around for our weekly Science Saturday activity that starts at 2pm.
The tour is FREE, but registration is required, as space is limited.

River Reimagined: A Land & Water Tour
2016-06-02 14:30 - 16:30, 2016-06-16 14:30 - 16:30, 2016-06-30 14:30 - 16:30 | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
Learn about the Fairmount Water Works, one of Philadelphia’s first tourist attractions, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along this historic river. After a brief tour of the Fairmount Water Works, stroll through the beautifully landscaped South Garden, and along the Schuylkill Banks for a 1.5 mile walk to the Walnut Street dock to board a boat for a 1-hour narrated cruise. Purchase tickets here:
PLEASE NOTE: Comfortable and sturdy shoes are strongly recommended for the 1.5-mile walk. Transportation from the Walnut Street dock back to the Fairmount Water Works is available. In the event of inclement weather, we may have to cancel the tour. You will be notified by email if the tour must be cancelled.

Family Tour with Let's Go Outdoors
2016-07-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States

20th Annual Delaware Estuary Watershed Workshop: Urban Waters
2016-07-19 08:45 - 16:00 | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
This day will focus on the complete process of how we use water in the city. Tours may include the wastewater treatment plant as well as where the water is before we drink it. We will also tour the Fairmount Water Works to learn the history of water in the city of Philadelphia. After exploring the center we will discuss ways to incorporate water into your classroom using the Understanding the Urban Watershed curriculum.

River Reimagined: A Land & Water Tour
2016-07-28 14:30, 2016-08-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
Learn about the Fairmount Water Works, one of Philadelphia’s first tourist attractions, and cruise the Schuylkill for a new perspective on sites along this historic river. After a brief tour of the Fairmount Water Works, stroll through the beautifully landscaped South Garden, and along the Schuylkill Banks for a 1.5 mile walk to the Walnut Street dock to board a boat for a 1-hour narrated cruise. Purchase tickets here.
PLEASE NOTE: Comfortable and sturdy shoes are strongly recommended for the 1.5-mile walk. Transportation from the Walnut Street dock back to the Fairmount Water Works is available. In the event of inclement weather, we may have to cancel the tour. You will be notified by email if the tour must be cancelled.

Family Tour w/ Let's Go Outdoors
2016-07-30 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-08-06 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-08-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2016-08-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States
