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WAWA TO OFFER FREE ADMISSION TO THE NATIONAL CONSTITUTION CENTER ON MARCH 26 IN CELEBRATION OF WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
Wawa Community Care mobile coffee vehicle to be on-site from 1 – 4 p.m. to serve free coffee, hot chocolate, and snacks to visitors
Philadelphia, PA (March 21, 2022) – In celebration of Women’s History Month, Wawa and the National Constitution Center are teaming up to offer visitors a free Wawa Community Day Honoring Women’s History Month, on Saturday, March 26. Admission to the National Constitution Center will be free courtesy of Wawa, with Wawa Innovation Network (WIN) associate volunteers serving hot beverages, pretzels, pastries, as supplies last, from Wawa’s Community Care Van. A full list of National Constitution Center programming for March 26 can be found here.
On Saturday, March 26, visitors to the National Constitution Center can experience special programs including Remember the Ladies Trivia; Women Leading the Way, an interactive presentation about generations of American women who led the fight for suffrage; a Kids Town Hall with figures from the women’s suffrage movement; the “Four Harriets” program, an exploration of the lives of four American women named Harriet who confronted slavery; and more. The Center will also host scholar talks exploring the impact of women at different points in American history featuring Villanova University’s Judith Giesberg and West Chester University’s tonya thames-taylor.
Wawa’s Community Care coffee vehicle and Wawa Innovation Network associate volunteers will serve free coffee, hot chocolate, pastries, and soft pretzels, as supplies last, to visitors from 1 – 4 p.m. at the National Constitution Center.
All month long, the National Constitution Center is recognizing extraordinary American women throughout the nation’s history, with discounted museum admission and free admission on Saturday, March 26, courtesy of Wawa, as well as special on-site programming, virtual events, and online educational classes featuring a great lineup of women scholars through the month of March. A full schedule of online and on-site programming for Women’s History Month, including links to register, is available here.
The National Constitution Center’s Women’s History Month celebration is presented as part of the Center’s series of freedom and equality themed programming and discounted admission between January and March 2022. Civic holiday celebrations and special programs at the Center include discounted admission and free admission days on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, and Wawa Community Days on February 26 for Black History Month programs and March 26 Women’s History Month programs; online classes taught by constitutional experts; virtual tours of the museum; and professional learning opportunities featuring distinguished guest speakers.
National Constitution Center general operating hours are currently Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Now through Thursday, March 31, visitors can enjoy discounted admission of $10 for adults (usually $14.50) and $7.50 for youth ages 6-18 (usually $11). This promotion is valid online only; tickets must be purchased in advance. The National Constitution Center is committed to the health and safety of visitors, staff, and volunteers and is following protocols in accordance with local, state, and federal health guidelines. Masks are required; proof of vaccination is not required. As a GBAC STAR™ accredited facility, the Center is proud to be recognized for cleaning and disinfecting to a higher standard. More information on health and safety policies is available here.
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About the National Constitution Center
The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia brings together people of all ages and perspectives, across America and around the world, to learn about, debate, and celebrate the greatest vision of human freedom in history, the U.S. Constitution. A private, nonprofit organization, the Center serves as America’s leading platform for constitutional education and debate, fulfilling its congressional charter “to disseminate information about the U.S. Constitution on a nonpartisan basis.” As the Museum of We the People, the Center brings the Constitution to life for visitors of all ages through interactive programs and exhibits. As America’s Town Hall, the Center brings the leading conservative and liberal thought leaders together to debate the Constitution on all media platforms. As a Headquarters for Civic Education, the Center delivers the best educational programs and online resources that inspire citizens and engage all Americans in learning about the U.S. Constitution. For more information, call 215-409-6700 or visit constitutioncenter.org.
About Wawa, Inc.
Wawa, Inc., a privately held company, began in 1803 as an iron foundry in New Jersey. Toward the end of the 19th Century, owner George Wood took an interest in dairy farming and the family began a small processing plant in Wawa, PA in 1902. The milk business was a huge success, due to its quality, cleanliness and “certified” process. As home delivery of milk declined in the early 1960s, Grahame Wood, George’s grandson, opened the first Wawa Food Market in 1964 as an outlet for dairy products. Today, Wawa is your all day, every day stop for freshly prepared foods, beverages, coffee, fuel services and surcharge-free ATMs. Wawa stores are located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Florida and Washington, D.C. The stores offer a large fresh foodservice selection, including Wawa brands such as custom prepared hoagies, freshly-brewed coffee, hot breakfast sandwiches, specialty beverages and an assortment of soups, sides and snacks. Forbes.com Ranks Wawa as #29 of America’s Largest Private Companies in 2021 and #12 on Forbes 100 Halo List in 2022. For more information, visit us on www.wawa.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram at @wawa
About Wawa Innovation Networks (WIN)
Wawa Innovation Networks (WINS) are volunteer, associate led resource groups focused on leveraging unique insights and experience to inspire innovation and inform programs and initiatives. WINs are a key component of Wawa’s overall Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and work collaboratively with the business to ensure both customers and associates feel a sense of appreciation and belonging. To date, there are five WINs at Wawa, including Rainbow Alliance, Unity Alliance, Young Professionals, Veterans Alliance and Women’s Alliance.
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About the National Constitution Center
The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia brings together people of all ages and perspectives, across America and around the world, to learn about, debate, and celebrate the greatest vision of human freedom in history, the U.S. Constitution. A private, nonprofit organization, the Center serves as America’s leading platform for constitutional education and debate, fulfilling its congressional charter “to disseminate information about the U.S. Constitution on a nonpartisan basis.” As the Museum of We the People, the Center brings the Constitution to life for visitors of all ages through interactive programs and exhibits. As America’s Town Hall, the Center brings the leading conservative and liberal thought leaders together to debate the Constitution on all media platforms. As a Headquarters for Civic Education, the Center delivers the best educational programs and online resources that inspire citizens and engage all Americans in learning about the U.S. Constitution. For more information, call 215-409-6700 or visit constitutioncenter.org.
