Upcoming Meetings
June 8, 7-8:30 pm
The Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides (APT) will hold its next monthly meeting on Wednesday, June 8. The meeting kicks off at 7 pm at Philly’s Gourmet Steaks (114 Market St.) with a talk by West Chester University professor tonya thames-taylor on the theme of preservation. She’ll cover Juneteenth, People’s Hall, and how Black people shape democracy. Following the presentation will be a short business meeting and some social time.
The Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides (APT) holds monthly meetings the second Wednesday of each month at 7 pm which feature a guest speaker on a topic of historical significance in Philadelphia or a field trip for a behind-the-scenes tour of a local historic site. Meetings are open to aspiring and working tour guides as well as anyone with an interest in Philadelphia-focused history. Attend one meeting for free and then it is $50 to join the association for the year or $10 per monthly meeting event. Please join us for convivial company, good food, fascinating presentations, and lively discussions.
Discounted rates are being offered for 2022: $25 individual membership and $100 corporate.
ABOUT APT
The Association of Philadelphia Tour Guides (APT) was founded in 2008 to bring professional and volunteer guides together, to act as a voice for our membership, and to ensure a high quality experience for every visitor in our city. The Association conducts the Education and Certification Program for Philadelphia city guides. APT, with a membership of 128 as of December 2019, is a Pennsylvania non-profit organization.
Philadelphia tour guides take great pride in the services they provide to visitors and local residents exploring the rich historical, architectural, and cultural resources of Philadelphia.
Recent reviews on APT
Wonderful tour guides who are great at story telling to weave the rich history of Philadelph
I just completed all four legs of the River to River 12 hour tour. Had a different guide for each section and they were all wonderful!
Thanks for a great day and also for the chance to have dinner with the guides! Excellent day!
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Certification
The APT Guide Certification Programs assess basic and master competency for anyone wishing to work as a Philadelphia tour guide.
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Membership
Everyone connected to Philadelphia’s thriving tourism industry is invited to join APT as well as anyone interested in Philadelphia and its history.
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Membership Specialties
- Women’s History Tour
- African American Tour
- Master Guides Tour
- Immigrant History Tour
- LGBTQ History Tour
What’s New at APT
Volunteers are needed for 2-hour shifts at Elfreth’s Alley Fete Day on Saturday June 4, 1-5 pm. Most volunteers act as hosts for the private homes, using historical notes provided. To apply or learn more, fill out this Google Form Thank you!
Save the Tanner House All are encouraged to contribute to preservationist efforts to stabilize the North Philadelphia house in which artist Henry Ossawa Tanner was raised. As the first African American artist to win an international reputation, he inspired a generation of black artists to pursue professional careers.
Updated APT HANDBOOK APT is now offering its tour guide handbook online to streamline the evolution process. Members are encouraged to submit changes and additions to create a truly inclusive document.
NEW! ONLINE ACCESS TO THE UPDATED APT HANDBOOK
