'The Undisputed Center of Natural Sciences in the United States' The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University was once called the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia. 200 Years of research and discovery, and still expanding young minds. History The Academy's history mirrors the evolution of the relationship between the American people and the natural world. Founded in 1812, The Academy of Natural Sciences is the oldest continually operating natural history museum and science … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Live Music, Free Movie Screenings, & Festivals
July 20, 2012 By
Live Music, Free Movie Screenings, & Festivals in Philly 'Middle of Summer Fun’ Kick off today with a very Big Soccer Ball with Mayor Nutter, MLS, and the City of Philadelphia. Check out the many free movie screenings, festivals, and concerts all summer long. Just a good way to spend time with the family, friends, to relax some, and enjoy these free activities. How excited are you about this great city! Did you know : Philly was named #2 in best burgers in the country by Travel + … [Read more...]
Kick it with MLS Soccer, Mayor Nutter & the City of Philadelphia
July 19, 2012 By
Major League Soccer All Stars vs Chelsea FC in Philadelphia 'Come Out and See The Giant Ball' Come kick it and welcome Major League Soccer to Philly. Philadelphia will be hosting the AT&T Major League Soccer All-Star game, also known as MLS, at PPL Park in Chester, Pa., on Wednesday, July 25 at 8:30 pm. The MLS All Stars will play Chelsea FC. Leading up to the game throughout the week, there will be many events starting with tomorrow's special event that you won't want to … [Read more...]
Seeking Hidden Treasures at Penn Museum
July 16, 2012 By
University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology 'Exploring Cultures of the World' The Penn Museum is located on the University of Pennsylvania's campus, across from Franklin Field. It is one of the world’s finest archaeological and anthropological museums which boasts archaeological collections from all over the world. History Penn Museum, which is also known as the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, was founded in 1887. The Museum is … [Read more...]
Things To Do in Philadelphia – Bastille Day, Free Movies, & Cultural Festivals
July 13, 2012 By
‘Expressing Yourself in Philly’ Who loves movies or cultural festivals. You'll have your choice of all kinds of movies and different types of cultural festivals all summer long. A good way to spend time with the family, relax some, and enjoy these free activities. Don't forget to check out the Bastille Day events throughout the city. How can one not get excited about this great City of Philadelphia! Did you know : Philly was named #2 in best burgers in the country by Travel + Leisure. In the … [Read more...]
Get Chills Exploring Independence National Historical Park
July 12, 2012 By
'America's Most Historic Square Mile' Feel the power walking throughout many parts of the Independence National Historical Park while knowing that it was a part of the American Revolution and the nation's founding history. Even though the park itself is 55-acres large, which comprises much of the downtown area known as Center City or the Historic District, the main focal point is within several square blocks which is called Independence Mall. The park has been nicknamed "America's most … [Read more...]
A Memorial for All Imigrants Located at the Irish Memorial
July 9, 2012 By
'Meeting the Irish of the Past' The Irish Memorial, which overlooks the Delaware River, is located in a 1.75 acre park in Penn's Landing, right at the southeast corner of Front and Chestnut Streets. It first opened on October 25, 2003 and is recognized as a National Monument. The Irish Memorial was sculpted by Glenna Goodacre, the artist who sculpted the Vietnam Women's Memorial in Washington, D.C.. The monument is dedicated to the memory of more than one million men, women and children … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Philly Arts & Movies All Summer Long
July 6, 2012 By
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Events, Festivals, & Attractions All Summer Long ‘Enjoying the Arts & Movies in Philly' Hope everyone had a great 4th of July. Who gets excited about this great City of Philadelphia! Did you know : Philly was named #2 in best burgers in the country by Travel + Leisure. In the last 8 months, the city has been recognized for top 10 parks in the world, best cheesesteaks, #1 in Culture; and we can feel that the list will be growing in 2012. This city just … [Read more...]
Get Your Sea Legs at the Independence Seaport Museum
July 4, 2012 By
'Experience the Old & the New of Philadelphia’s Maritime History' Independence Seaport Museum, once known as the Philadelphia Maritime Museum, is located in the Penn's Landing Complex along the Delaware River. The museum was founded in 1961 by J. Welles Henderson. Independence Seaport Museum Experience & Atmosphere The Independence Seaport Museum has been at it's current location since 1995, after relocating several times within the city. The Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers have … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – 4th of July Events with Fireworks, Food, Parades & More
June 29, 2012 By
Things To Do In Philadelphia - 4th of July Events with Fireworks, Food, Parades & More ‘Come Celebrate a Week Long of 4th of July Events in Philly' Who loves 4th of July, fireworks, good food, history, and so much more. Well, you can get all of that in the next 6 days right here in the City of Brotherly Love. And if you are visiting Philly, you'll be in for a treat. Thanks to Wawa Welcome America and the City of Philadelphia, there will be two days of fireworks, food festivals, the … [Read more...]
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