Academy of Music - Theaters in Philadelphia 'The Grand Old Lady of Broad Street' The Academy of Music is one of many theaters in Philadelphia that adds to the cultural aspects of the City of Philadelphia. The Academy of Music is the oldest opera house in the United States that is still used for its original purpose. The theater is located in the Rittenhouse Square and the Avenue of Arts section. History of the Academy of Music The Academy of Music was built in 1857 and it's current location … [Read more...]
23rd Annual Civil War Re-enactment at Neshaminy State Park in Bensalem PA
March 20, 2012 By
23rd Annual Civil War Re-enactment at Neshaminy State Park in Bensalem PA 'Be a Part of History' The 23rd Annual Civil War Re-enactment takes place on April 28 and 29 at Neshaminy State Park in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. This event is the largest Civil War re-enactment on the East Coast outside of Gettysburg. The 23rd Annual Civil War Re-enactment Experience & Atmosphere The theme for this year’s re-enactment is “Spring 1862 Campaign -1st Kernstown and 1st Winchester”. Over 1,000 … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – St. Patrick Day events in Philadelphia
March 9, 2012 By
Things To Do In Philadelphia - St. Patrick Day events in Philadelphia “City of Brotherly Love” This weekend in Philadelphia should be one of the better ones this year. If you are visiting Philadelphia, you should be in for a treat. The Philadelphia Flow Show ends this weekend and we have the 2012 Philadelphia St. Patrick's Day parade on Sunday. With so many things to do in Philadelphia this weekend, how could one go wrong. Here at MyPhillyAlive, we like to share these events and attractions … [Read more...]
National Liberty Museum – Museums in Philadelphia
March 5, 2012 By
'Honoring Diverse People and Heroes' . History of the National Liberty Museum The National Liberty Museum is a place for preserving America’s heritage of freedom. It opened on January 12, 2000 and was founded to help "combat America's growing problem with violence and bigotry by celebrating our nation's heritage of freedom and the wonderful diverse society it has produced." National Liberty Museum Experience & Atmosphere The National Liberty Museum is four … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Get Excited About Philadelphia
March 2, 2012 By
Things To Do In Philadelphia - Get Excited About Philadelphia “City of Brotherly Love” We are beginning March in Philadelphia with a bang. The Philadelphia Flow Show begins this weekend and is a must see in the City of Philadelphia. If you go to the Philadelphia 76'ers game tonight, you get to take home a piece of history with you. So, who is ready for March. No matter if you are single, with the family, or those that are visiting Philadelphia there are always many things to do in … [Read more...]
Carpenters’ Hall – History of Philadelphia
February 18, 2012 By
'Key Meeting Place of the First Continental Congress' Carpenters' Hall is a historic building in Old City Philadelphia that is also part of Independence National Historical Park. This building was part of the start of our Independence as we know it today. History of Carpenters' Hall Carpenters' Hall was built in 1770 and completed in 1773 by the Carpenters' Company. It was first used as a meeting site by the guild in 1771 and would continue to hold annual meetings there until the British … [Read more...]
Things to do in Philadelphia – President’s Day Weekend
February 17, 2012 By
Things to do in Philadelphia - President's Day Weekend “City of Brotherly Love” In the City of Philadelphia, there are always some things to do in Philadelphia. May it be for that single person, the family, or those that are visiting Philadelphia. Here at MyPhillyAlive, we like to share those events and attractions that will only be around for a short time. Here are a few highlighted events or attractions for this weekend in Philly and a few upcoming attractions or events to put on your … [Read more...]
Bruce Springsteen at the National Constitution Center
February 13, 2012 By
Bruce Springsteen at the National Constitution Center 'From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen' Bruce Springsteen comes to the National Constitution Center, that opens on March 17th. Bruce Springsteen once said, "The American idea is a beautiful idea. It needs to be preserved, served, protected and sung out. Sung out." Bruce Springsteen Exhibit Highlights The anticipated exhibit of Bruce Springsteen is finally arriving at the National Constitution … [Read more...]
Things to do in Philadelphia
February 10, 2012 By
Things to do in Philadelphia “City of Brotherly Love” There are always some things to do in Philadelphia. We like to share those events and attractions that will only be around for a short time. Are you visiting Philadelphia this weekend? You will be in luck in regards to a few special events this weekend. Here are a few highlighted events or attractions for this weekend in Philly of for the entire month of February. Things To Do In Philadelphia this Weekend - Feb. 10th-12th Manayunk On … [Read more...]
Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia – Museums in Philadelphia
February 4, 2012 By
'Where the Kids Take Charge' Please Touch Museum is an interactive children's museum in Fairmount Park. This type of museum in Philadelphia is where you can let your kid(s) loose for hours of fun and enjoyment and actually have fun with them. History of the Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia The Please Touch Museum originally opened in 1976 and has been in several different areas since then. On February 14th, 2005, the museum received an 80 year old lease to move into the Memorial Hall … [Read more...]
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