'Unique Glimps into the History of the White Viking Fleets' The American Swedish Historical Museum is an interesting and exciting museum in South Philly that is dedicated to the preservation of Swedish and Swedish-American cultural heritage and traditions. The museum even features exhibits of famous Swedes to include author Carl Sandberg and scientist Glenn Seaborg. The Swedish American Line Exhibit Experience & Atmosphere This rare exhibit offers visitors a rare glimpse into the “White … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Eagles 2012 – 13 Season ~ Who is Excited!!
September 8, 2012 By
'Super Bowl or Bust?' Who is truly excited about the Philadelphia Eagles this season! Sure, we had been labeled the "Dream Team" last year. Michael Vick has called the Eagles a "Dynasty", and we haven't even one a Super Bowl yet. Everything aside, someone must think we are good this year, because Vegas has the Eagles at 12/1 to win the Super Bowl. The Eagles kick-off their season by playing the Cleveland Browns tomorrow at 1 pm. In our opinion, they have a semi-tough schedule this year, … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Festivals, Art, Music, Food
September 7, 2012 By
'Celebrating Fun, Excitement, & History’ Summer is over and fall begins it's season. What can fall translate to in Philadelphia. Music festivals, art festivals, food festivals, and just touring the city with cooler weather. So many things to do in Philadelphia, we just can't keep the excitement down. The are several things taking place this weekend: such as the 3-day WHYY Connections Festival, First Fridays in Old City and Penn's Landing, Drink Philly's 1st Phestiv-Ale, a free guided … [Read more...]
Open Air on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
September 6, 2012 By
'Awesome 3-D Interactive Light Display Appearing in the Skies of Philadelphia' Open Air will be introduced along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway for a whole month. 24 powerful robotic searchlights will create enormous three-dimensional light formations, which will be visible up to 10 miles away, all by your voices. Open Air Experience & Atmosphere The City of Philadelphia is always promoting some form of art, especially of which takes place in the Art Museum District. With so many … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Labor Day Weekend
August 31, 2012 By
'End the Summer at the Budweiser Made in America Concert’ It's that time of year, Labor Day Weekend, when people either rush to the shore for the last weekend of the summer or have family barbecues. If you are doing neither this weekend, there are still plenty of things to do in Philadelphia. The main attraction this weekend is the Made in America Concert that will take place both Saturday and Sunday. Plan your travels around this part of the city carefully, since several streets will be … [Read more...]
American Swedish Historical Museum
August 29, 2012 By
'Delaware Valley's First Settlers' The American Swedish Historical Museum is the oldest Swedish Museum in America which is located in South Philadelphia. A museum highlighting the contributions of Swedes and Swedish-Americans in the United States. The American Swedish Historical Museum Experience & Atmosphere Built in 1926, the Museum today consists of 12 permanent galleries, one changing exhibition gallery, and a library. A very interesting building that was modeled after a 17th-century … [Read more...]
Young Rembrandts – The Power of Drawing with Kids
August 26, 2012 By
'Kids Having Structure While Having Fun' Young Rembrandts is an award winning art enrichment program that has given the power of drawing to thousands of young artists. These types of classes are done at schools such as public schools, charter schools, private, and pre-school schools throughout Philadelphia. You can also find them at recreational centers, kids gyms, museums, parks, education centers and special events. History Young Rembrandts was founded by Bette Fetter in 1988 who first … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Free Movies, Art Lessons & Live Music
August 24, 2012 By
'Many Things to do in Philadelphia for Free’ Two more weekends left until summer is officially over with. Yet the city heats up down the stretch with many free movies and concerts, to even include free art lessons by the Young Rembrandts down at Penn's Landing this weekend. This great city of ours keeps impressing us more and more. Philly is so rich in history, Philly sports, foods, events, attractions, festivals, and so much more. How can one not get excited about living here or visiting … [Read more...]
The Bourse Building
August 24, 2012 By
"Lunch at the Historical Bourse Building" The Bourse Building is a strong architectural Victorian building adjacent to Independence Mall, which is located in the Independence National Historical Park area, blocks from many iconic symbols in the city of Philadelphia. Such symbols as the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall to where the Declaration of Independence was adopted, and Carpenters’ Hall. The Bourse Building History The Philadelphia Bourse Building was the first commodities exchange in the … [Read more...]
Sister Cities Park at Logan Square
August 20, 2012 By
'Beautifying the Benjamin Franklin Parkway' Sister Cities Park is the newest addition to Parks in Philadelphia, opening on May 10, 2012. The park is located at Logan Square in front of the Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Did you know? The City of Philadelphia was named one of the top ten cities for parks in the world. Read More - Best Cities for parks in the World Sister Cities Park Experience & Atmosphere The Park provides … [Read more...]
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