Living History Mystery Cache
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The cache is not hidden at the posted coordinates. The coordinates will take you to historic Christ Church.
WARNING! You are caching in a city near many buildings. I took the time to average 200 readings for the final location. If you do not spend the time to take 200 readings, you may find the coordinates to be inaccurate. You have been warned! (Now quit your whining, and find the cache.)
This cache is only available during the following hours:
Monday - Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Christ Church was established on 15 November, 1695, and for 66 years was the only Church of England parish in the city of Philadelphia. The present building was started in 1727 and completed in 1744. The tower and steeple, financed in part by lotteries managed by Benjamin Franklin was completed in 1754. It was the tallest structure in the colonies for 75 years. The building is an outstanding example of colonial architecture in the Georgian spirit.
Christ Church was intimately associated with the people and events that brought forth our nation, and because of this it is often called 'The Nation's Church'. In this sanctuary worshipped such persons as George and Martha Washington, Benjamin Franklin, John Penn (William Penn's grandson), Francis Hopkinson, Robert Morris, Benjamin Rush, Absalom Jones, Betsy Ross, Dr Thomas Bond, Tench Coxe and many others.
The baptismal font in the back of the church was sent to Philadelphia in 1697 from All Hallow's Church Barking-by-the-Tower, London. It is the font in which William Penn was baptized. The chandelier has been in use since its installation in 1740. The Holy Communion is celebrated each Sunday on a table given by noted Philadelphia craftsman, Jonathan Gostelowe, in 1788.
The church and nearby burial grounds at 5th and Arch is the final resting place for some of our most prominent leaders including Benjamin Franklin and four other signers of the Declaration of Independence. Unlike outdoor graves, it's considered respectful to walk on the graves in the aisles of the church.
The church today is still an active Episcopal parish and also the location of daily talks for visitors about the history of the church.
A microcache is hidden at another nearby piece of living history. You need to bring your own pen to sign the log. **Your feet should not leave the bricks when you find the final container.**
You will find the cache at:
N 39 57.ABC W 075 08.XYZ
A = Benjamin Franklin's pew number minus 69
B = Robert Morris pew number minus 46
C = Penn family pew number minus 57
X = First digit in George and Martha Washington's pews
Y = Francis Hopkinson pew number minus 64
Z = Elizabeth Ross pew number minus 3
Additional Hints
(Decrypt)
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Treasures
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