Date & Time
6:00pm EDT - 10:00pm EDT
Thank you for celebrating the First Bank!
On June 16, 2026, the Independence Historical Trust celebrated the Grand Reopening of the First Bank of the United States with a Gala honoring the completion of its restoration. The evening brought together supporters, community leaders, and partners to celebrate the reopening of one of the nation's most significant historic buildings. We are grateful to our sponsors, donors, and guests whose support helped make the evening a success! Thank you for celebrating with us and for supporting the ongoing preservation of Philadelphia's National Park.
Thank you for celebrating the First Bank!
On June 16, 2026, the Independence Historical Trust celebrated the Grand Reopening of the First Bank of the United States with a Gala honoring the completion of its restoration. The evening brought together supporters, community leaders, and partners to celebrate the reopening of one of the nation's most significant historic buildings. We are grateful to our sponsors, donors, and guests whose support helped make the evening a success! Thank you for celebrating with us and for supporting the ongoing preservation of Philadelphia's National Park.
Date & Time
6:00pm EDT - 10:00pm EDT
Event Details
The First Bank Reopening Gala was hosted by Independence Historical Trust and took place on the first and second floors of the First Bank of the United States.
Event Location
First Bank of the United States
120 S. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Evening Schedule
6:00 PM to 7:00 PM | Cocktail Reception on the Second Floor
We are excited to welcome you with an open bar with specialty cocktails, luxurious hors d’oeuvres, a photo moment and music by Night Music, a Philadelphia-based chamber ensemble dedicated to performing music of the Revolutionary era.
7:15 PM to 9:30 PM | Seated Dinner and Program on the First Floor
Enjoy a delicious seated dinner by Jeffrey A. Miller Catering, plus an exciting program of recognition and reflection on the incredible efforts to reopen the historic First Bank building.
Catering provided by Jeffrey A. Miller Hospitality Group
Entertainment provided by History Makers with Historic Philadelphia, Inc.
Music provided by Night Music