Our tours capture Philadelphia’s unique place in American history as the birthplace of religious freedom and democracy.
We aim to foster an appreciation of diverse, democratic societies while encouraging dialogue about how the past can speak to American civic life today.
Email tours@dialogueinstitute.org to book today!
Popular Tour Offerings
“A very informative tour that kept everyone’s sharp attention all the way through. Dr. Krueger is an excellent teacher as well as a tour guide. He kept us involved by asking questions, and allowed other people to make comments. Our group looks forward to another tour in the future! ”
Custom Tours and Learning Experiences
Our tours can be customized to specific themes, time periods, topics, or regions of the city. Extended versions of tours can be conducted over multiple days or weeks and can incorporate lectures by local scholars, dialogue training, and facilitated dialogue experiences with local communities. Programs can be adapted for a variety of groups (high school, college, older adults, academics, religious, etc.)
We also work with members of our Dialogue Institute Network to conduct tours and learning experiences across the U.S. and around the world.
Dialogue Institute Tour Guide Training Program
We are looking to engage a handful of high quality guides who will be equipped to offer tours and participate in our other public engagement initiatives leading up to the America 250 celebrations in 2026.
Please fill out the following form to be contacted by Dr. David Krueger with additional information and possible next steps.
Our Guiding Values
Dialogue Institute Tours…
Foster an appreciation of diverse, democratic societies
Recognize that people, like histories, are complex, multi-faceted and cannot be reduced to heroes and villains
Include a variety of perspectives and experiences to gain a fuller understanding of the past
Facilitate conversations that advance understanding and trust across difference
First Amendment Monument on Philadelphia’s Independence Mall.
Walking tour of Harlem, New York with local Muslim leaders.
Christ Church Burial Ground in Philadelphia.
Visit to a Tibetan Buddhist Community in Philadelphia.
Historic Riverside Church in New York City.
Latter Day Saints Temple in Philadelphia.
