'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...]
Titanic Sails into Philadelphia – Exploring the Mysteries of a Tragic Wreck
October 18, 2012 By
'The Titanic Artifact Exhibit - Showcasing more than 300 Legendary Artifacts' The Titanic Exhibit comes to the Franklin Institute, celebrating 100 years of a tragic incident that took place on April 15, 1912. At the time, this ship was the largest in the world and was carrying 2,224 passengers and crew. Colliding with an iceberg during her maiden voyage from Southampton, UK to New York City, the sinking of the Titanic caused the deaths of 1,502 people in one of the deadliest peacetime … [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...]
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...]
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
July 24, 2012 By
'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...]
Old Philly History at Mace’s Crossing Pub
July 22, 2012 By
Mace's Crossing Pub 'Old Fashion Bar with Value' Mace's Crossing is at a prime location at the intersection of 17th Street, Cherry Street and the Ben Franklin Parkway. Opening in 1975, it sits in the forefront of the city's biggest high rise office buildings and hotels. Mace's Crossing Experience & Atmosphere Approaching Mace's, you'll notice a nice brick building with a few windows, a decent size green tree and an outdoor patio that fits with the city backdrop. Once walking inside, the … [Read more...]
Free Library of Philadelphia
June 26, 2012 By
'Where Mind Meets Education & Explores History' The Free Library of Philadelphia is located on Vine Street, not far from Logan Square. This large free standing structure is situated right off of the Ben Franklin Parkway, which could be classified as "Museum Row". That's because of such fine museums as the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Franklin Institute, the Rodin Museum, and others that are in the same vicinity. Free Library of Philadelphia History Opening in March 1894, the Free … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia – Memorial Day Weekend
May 25, 2012 By
Things To Do In Philadelphia - Memorial Day Weekend 'Remembering & Thanking Those Men & Women Who Have Faught For Our Freedom' Are you ready for a long weekend of fun and relaxation? Many people seem to be making plans to go outside the city. Why, when there is so much to do within this awesome City of Philadelphia. Why not go to some place in the city that you haven't been to before. Try something new. Make a new family experience or tradition. Try some of the new restaurants, … [Read more...]
The Barnes Foundation Opens on the Parkway
May 22, 2012 By
'World's Leading Collections of French Art' What happens when you leave strict orders not to move or change a thing in your world famous art collection but the funding isn’t enough to last in perpetuity? It is Dr. Barnes’ worst nightmare comes to fruition. His beloved art collection has left Lower Merion. After a decade of litigation, protests and even a documentary, The Art of the Steal: The Untold Story of the Barnes Foundation the famed art collection is relocating to the Parkway with … [Read more...]
Fare Restaurant in Fairmount Philadelphia
May 14, 2012 By
Fare Restaurant in Fairmount Philadelphia 'Organic. Local. Sustainable. Artisan. Crafter.' Fare Restaurant is located near the Art Museum area on Fairmount Avenue in Fairmount. Opening in May 2011, this establishment is right down the street from historic Eastern State Penitentiary and several blocks away from the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Fare Restaurant Experience & Atmosphere At Fare Restaurant, not only can the cuisine be described as clean, placing their focus on all organic … [Read more...]
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