'Most Impressive Building in Philadelphia' Philadelphia's City Hall, the biggest slice of gingerbread you’ll ever see, is the most impressive building in Philadelphia. Although the structure towered over the city for four-score years, in 1987, a developer got permission to build higher. Now 8 ordinary office towers dwarf the seat of municipal government. The blueprints called for Earth’s biggest building, but by the end of its 30-year construction, the Eiffel Tower and the Washington … [Read more...]
Where Was the Nation’s First Public Hospital Built?
September 23, 2024 By
While Pennsylvania Hospital is significant in American medical history as the nation's first public hospital, the distinction of being the first hospital established in the United States goes to Bellevue Hospital in New York City. Founded in 1736, Bellevue served as a modest infirmary for the poor and sick. Pennsylvania Hospital: A Pioneer in Public Healthcare Though not the first overall, Pennsylvania Hospital's founding in 1751 by Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Bond marked a crucial … [Read more...]
How Long Does it Take to Drive Through Pennsylvania?
September 23, 2024 By
PENNSYLVANIA STATE - Pennsylvania, with its diverse landscape ranging from bustling cities to serene countryside, offers a picturesque drive. However, the time it takes to traverse this state varies significantly based on your chosen route and mode of transportation. East to West on Major Highways The quickest way to cross Pennsylvania is by utilizing its major highways, such as Interstate 80 or the Pennsylvania Turnpike. Driving from east to west, or vice versa, typically takes about … [Read more...]
What Was Pennsylvania Known As Before Colonial Times?
August 29, 2024 By
PENNSYLVANIA - Before the arrival of European settlers, the land we now call Pennsylvania was a tapestry of Native American territories, each woven with unique linguistic and cultural threads. The Lenape people, whose ancestral homeland, Lenapehoking, stretched across much of the present-day Mid-Atlantic region, had their own names for the rivers, mountains, and valleys that shaped their world. Pennsylvania: Echoes of Lenapehoking and the Penn's Woods Legacy Philadelphia, the … [Read more...]
What Was Philadelphia Named After?
August 3, 2024 By
PENNSYLVANIA - Philadelphia, often called the "City of Brotherly Love," bears a name steeped in history and symbolism. The city's moniker is derived from the Greek words "philos" (love) and "adelphos" (brother), reflecting the ideals of its founder, William Penn. Philadelphia: The City of Brotherly Love and Its Ancient Roots A Quaker Vision In 1681, William Penn, a devout Quaker who sought religious freedom and tolerance, received a land grant from King Charles … [Read more...]
Fete Day’s Annual Celebration at Elfreth’s Alley
May 28, 2019 By
'Residents Open their Doors to the Public on America’s Oldest Street' Did you ever want to meet Ben Franklin? Here is your chance to meet historical figures, to include Sarah Milton, the highly successful seamstress who lived on the Alley, and Ben Franklin himself, on our nation’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street, Elfreth’s Alley. Elfreth's Alley is located on the historic district section of Old City. Fete Day is June 3rd and is a day designated for … [Read more...]
Eastern State Penitentiary in Fairmount Philadelphia
September 10, 2018 By
'U.S. National Historic Landmark' The Eastern State Penitentiary, once known as the most famous and expensive prison in the world, held some of the most notorious criminals in America. Eastern State was considered to be the world’s first true penitentiary and is located in the Fairmount section of Philadelphia. History of Eastern State Penitentiary Eastern State Penitentiary was built in 1829, becoming the most expensive public structure ever built and quickly becoming a model for … [Read more...]
Elfreth’s Alley – Museums in Philadelphia – History of Philadelphia
March 31, 2017 By
'Nation’s Oldest Continuously Inhabited Residential Street' Elfreth's Alley is known as our nation’s oldest continuously inhabited residential street. The alley is located off Second and Front Streets, between Arch and Race Streets in the Old City Neighborhood of Philadelphia. The Elfreth's Alley Museum officially opens April 1 for the 2017 season! The Alley will be offering tours from 12-5 pm on the half hour. When the museum is closed for the season, they do offer private tours as … [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...]
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...]
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