On August 5, National Oyster Day, join Carpenters’ Hall and Fishtown Seafood for the inaugural “Shells of Liberty Oyster Bash” in Philadelphia’s Historic District.

We’re throwing it back to the Revolutionary era when oysters were the snack of choice for the Founding Fathers. In the 1700s, these briny bites were the original fast food, with shells paving city streets. By the 1800s, Philly boasted 379 oyster houses and devoured 300 million oysters a year. Carpenters’ Hall—where the First Continental Congress sparked America’s fight for freedom—recently unearthed oyster shells beneath its 250-year-old floors.

How to Shellebrate:

Join us from 3–5 p.m for Family Fun, Fresh Oysters, and Free Tours! - NO TICKETS REQUIRED

1. Dive into games, crafts, and hands-on history outside in Carpenters’ Court!
2. Learn about oysters with the Independence Seaport Museum, the Bayshore Center at Bivalve, and Partnership for the Delaware Estuary (which will be recycling oyster shells all day!)
3. Slurp up freshly shucked local oysters (available for purchase)
4. Enjoy free tours of Carpenters’ Hall—walk-ins welcome!

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Purchase tickets below for an Adults-Only TICKETED Bash Inside the Hall that evening from 5:30–7:30 p.m:

Sip, savor, and mingle with drinks from Triple Bottom Brewing!

1. Sample a dozen local oysters, handpicked by Fishtown Seafood’s Bryan Szeliga (oyster supplier to top Philly restaurants)
2. Explore the Hall and catch pop-up talks connecting oysters, the Revolution, and the Founders, featuring professor of American history and urban studies, Dr. Stephen Nepa, Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, and Triple Bottom Brewing
3. Proceeds benefit Partnership for the Delaware Estuary

Tickets: $75, includes one beer and 12 oysters (with additional drinks and food available for purchase)

For one delicious day, Old City is your oyster. Secure your spot for this pearl of an event now!