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The Square
The Treasure Of
David Rittenhouse
Introduction
Explore Rittenhouse Square. Follow the clues. Solve what others could not. My treasure awaits the one worthy enough to claim it.
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I am David Rittenhouse. History claims I died in 1796. They call me an astronomer, mathematician, inventor, and clockmaker, but "clockmaker" hides the truth—time travel.
Chronokey
I invented a device to traverse time.
Depletion
The energy source depleted.
Trapped
I am unable to return to my time.
Heir
I seek an heir in your time for my fortune.
Hunt
I have established clues to guide my heir.
Your Quest Ahead
Timing
Whenever you want.
Free
There is no charge to take part in this treasure hunt.
Clues
Escape room style clues will guide you around Rittenhouse Square Park.
Equipment
All you need is a phone. Pen and paper are helpful.
Solo Or Groups
This journey can be completed by yourself or with a group of any number.
Multiple Sessions
Complete it all in one go or in multiple sessions.
When you are ready, head to Rittenhouse Square.
Treasure Awaits!
hints
Below you will find hints which you can use, but will impact your final score.
Scoring
The scoring guide below will help you calculate your score based off your time and number of hints.
Rules
1-Don't step away from a lock with a clue.
2-No tools allowed except:
Camera, Digital or Physical Writing Tool, Watyn.com, Dictionary, Map
Issues
If you encounter any issues such as missing or damaged hardware, the Issues section below will aid you.
Four Locks guard the square. Each reveals the next. The fourth reveals vast riches.
Lock 1
Lock 3
Lock locations
Lock 4
Lock 2
LET THE ADVENTURE BEGIN
AVG-2HR (Varies Widely)
DIFFICULTY-4/5
To Begin, You Must Know:
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1. The rules above (e.g. no Google or AI)
2. Each clue is solved in the park and locks are across the street.
3. The first clue is online, but then each lock will contain the next clue. All clues yield a combination to the next lock.
4. If a lock or clue is missing or damaged, the issues section below has what you need to continue.
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Record your start time to track your duration.
