'Mummy Conservation at the Artifact Lab at Penn Museum' Who wants their mummy. Here is your chance to get up close and personal. Hop on over to University City to where the Penn Museum brings to you, In the Artifact Lab: Conserving Egyptian Mummies. The museum is known for having one of the largest Egyptian collections in the world, home to more than 42,000 ancient artifacts, in which a select portion are held in the Egypt Gallery (the rest are in storage, in traveling exhibitions, and in … [Read more...]
The Philadelphia Museum of Art – Fairmount Park, PA – Museums in Philadelphia
January 3, 2013 By
'Colorful Art In Philly' The Philadelphia Museum of Art is a masterpiece within itself because of it's strong columns in the front of the building, yet it has a soft appealing color and texture to the structure. The Museum is the 3rd largest in the United States while housing over 200 galleries which has spanned over 2,000 years. The face of the Museum is an icon itself because its steps have played a symbolic role in the Rocky movies, where you can see visitors running up … [Read more...]
End 2012 with Philadelphia Fireworks & Begin 2013 with Mummers Parade
December 28, 2012 By
'Leaving 2012 with a Bang' Who is ready to leave 2012 behind and start off 2013 with a bang, on a positive note. We couldn't think of two better events to help you to accomplish this. You can go out with a bang with the fireworks show in Philadelphia, known to be one of the better fireworks shows along the east coast. After you recovery from ringing in the new year, head over to Broad Street for the Mummer's Parade on New Year's Day, a long standing Philly tradition dating back to the … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – The Holiday Spirit
December 21, 2012 By
‘Happy Holidays from MyPhillyAlive to You & Your Familys’ Today is the official day of winter. Hope you all have gotten your holiday shopping done. If you haven't finished, there are many holiday attractions in Philadelphia and places to shop, supporting your local small businesses, so we wanted to highlight them for you below. Here are a few places to stop at: The Christmas Village in Love Park, the Reading Terminal Market, the stores in Manayunk, East Passyunk, and so many other … [Read more...]
The President’s House in Philadelphia
December 19, 2012 By
'Freedom & Slavery in the Making of a New Nation at the President's House' The President's House, that originally combined slaves and freedom, is located just steps from the Liberty Bell in the Independence National Historical Park. This open-aired site is open 24-hours a day. History of the President's House The President's House was built by Mary Lawrence Masters in 1767, who moved to England in the early days of the Revolutionary War. The house was later bought by Robert Morris, in … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Best of the Best In Philly
December 14, 2012 By
'Family Fun In Philly During The Holidays' It certainly feels like December now with the cold temps. The only thing missing is the snow. Have you gotten into the holiday spirit. There are so many holiday attractions and events in Philadelphia and we wanted to highlight them for you below. Don't forget to support your local small businesses during these holidays by stopping at the Christmas Village in Love Park, the Reading Terminal Market, the stores in Manayunk, and so many other places. … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Named One of Top 10 US Travel Destinations for 2013
December 13, 2012 By
'The City of Brotherly Love' The City of Philadelphia just keeps shinning and gets recognized for many excellent attributes. Every year, travel publisher Lonely Planet, lists their top travel destinations for the upcoming year. Did you hear that Philly has been named as one of their top 10 US travel destinations for 2013. Our historic city was mentioned not for our cheesesteaks and sports, for which this city is referenced about most often. The article highlighted that Philadelphia is … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Making Family Traditions
December 7, 2012 By
‘Holiday Spirit in Philadelphia’ December is upon us. Are you getting into the holiday spirit! Well, we have many treats for you, with many things to do during the holidays in Philadelphia. It's even first Friday's in the City and in Manayunk. So check out the art fun and mingle with the artists. Support your local small businesses during these holidays by stopping at the Christmas Village in Love Park, the Reading Terminal Market, the stores in Manayunk, and so many other places. Start or … [Read more...]
Things to do in Philadelphia ~ Tis The Season in Philly
November 30, 2012 By
‘Holiday Traditions in Philly’ Can you believe tomorrow is December 1st. Are you getting into the holiday spirit! Well, we have many treats for you, with many things to do during the holidays in Philadelphia. Support your local small businesses during these holidays by stopping at the Christmas Village in Love Park, the Reading Terminal Market, the stores in Manayunk, and so many other places. Start or continue family holiday traditions by going to the Macy’s Holiday Light Show, the … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Holiday Fun In Philly
November 16, 2012 By
'Fun Family Holiday Activities’ Who can believe that Thanksgiving is a week away, with Christmas right around the corner. The Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade, on November 22nd, is the oldest in the country and will be packed full of fun for the family and kids. There will be many holiday events and activities to get you into the holiday spirit. Such things as Christmas Village at Love Park, the Macy's Holiday Light Show, and even the Ice Skating rink opening up at the Blue Cross … [Read more...]
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