'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...]
Visiting The Reading Terminal Market in Philadelphia
February 22, 2025 By
'America's Oldest Farmers' Market' . Reading Terminal Market is the country's oldest continuously operating farmers' market. It is like a small town of its own, considering that it covers 1.7 acres. Ground entrances are on Filbert Street to the south, Twelfth Street to the West, and Arch Street to the North. Interesting Facts and History of Reading Terminal Market Reading Terminal Market opened its doors in 1892, and in its first year of operation, there were 380 merchants. The … [Read more...]
McGillin’s Olde Ale House – Oldest Irish Pub in Philly
February 20, 2025 By
'Oldest Irish Pub in Philadelphia' McGillin's Olde Ale House, an Irish Pub in Philadelphia, is the oldest pub in Philadelphia. How old is McGillins? So old that it opened its doors the same year when Abraham Lincoln was elected President in 1860. McGillin's Olde Ale House Description and Atmosphere McGillins Irish Pub is located in a small alley in Midtown Village, in the City of Philadelphia, around the corner from City Hall and Macy's. It's a great place to stop in during any time of year, … [Read more...]
Know any History of Philadelphia? – The Independence Vistor’s Center
February 20, 2025 By
'Walk Through Philly's History Starting Here' How many of you live in Philadelphia, PA and hardly get around to learn the History of Philadelphia. Or those of you visiting Philadelphia who want explore the historical sites. You might know the basics, which would include the Liberty Bell, Ben Franklin, George Washington, William Penn, The Revolutionary War, and the Declaration of Independence. But do you know anything else? So where would a good place to start in regards to the … [Read more...]
Historical Philadelphia – The History of Philadelphia
August 1, 2024 By
Historical Philadelphia - The History of Philadelphia History of Philadelphia History states that Philadelphia was first founded by William Penn on October 27th, 1682. But prior to Penn, it's been said that Philadelphia was home of the Lenape Indians. Penn bought the land from the local Lenape Nation to be on good terms with the Native Americans and to ensure peace for his colony. Penn then named the city Philadelphia, which is Greek for brotherly love, hence the reason why … [Read more...]
Veterans Day In Philadelphia November 11
November 3, 2022 By
'Honoring Those Men & Women Who Have Served In The Armed Forces For Our Freedom' Veterans Day is an official United States federal holiday that is observed annually on November 11, honoring people who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces, also known as veterans. The History of Veterans Day U.S. President Woodrow Wilson first proclaimed Armistice Day for November 11, 1919. Armistice Day was created for November 11 to mark … [Read more...]
Unmasking The Legacy Gala In Philadelphia!
October 27, 2022 By
'Philly’s Greatest Masquerade Celebration Honors Local Heroes and Gives Back' . JerseyMan and PhillyMan Magazine host their 7th annual Unmasking the Legacy Gala, November 3 from 6 pm to 10 pm, to celebrate its man and woman of the year honorees at Ballroom at the Ben. This masquerade-themed celebration will bring together 6 men and women who have had profound impacts on their community. A portion of each ticket sold will benefit the charity or non-profit chosen by the two … [Read more...]
The Annual WAWA Hoagie Day
June 28, 2022 By
'Celebrating With FREE WAWA Hoagies!' Imagine 7 tons of hoagies! Now imagine a free hoagie! That's what you get with WAWA Hoagie Day! WAWA Hoagie Day was celebrated in 1992 with a free, 500-foot hoagie. On that day, then-Mayor Ed Rendell, proclaimed the hoagie the “Official Sandwich of Philadelphia.” Decades later, the 29th annual Wawa Hoagie Day taking place on June 29th at noon, focuses on honoring our troops and First Responders, and expands on Wawa’s partnership with the … [Read more...]
Flag Day Events in Philadelphia
June 14, 2022 By
'Honoring the Symbol of Our Country!' Flag Day is a special day that takes place on June 14, which commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened on that day in 1777 by resolution of the Second Continental Congress. The Second Continental Congress originated in Philadelphia and had it's original meeting place at Independence Hall. Flag Day is not an official holiday, but in 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a … [Read more...]
Old City Eats Kick-Off Party!
May 25, 2022 By
'Eating With Friends Like There Is No Tomorrow' . Hey foodies, get your appetites ready! The Old City Block Party on Thursday, May 26 from 4 pm to 9 pm, kicks-off Old City Eats. During this event, there will be approximately 13 restaurants and bars that will offer discounted food and drinks. Every Thursday afterwards, that will continue all summer long until August 25, 2022, there will be 20 plus restaurants and bars that will be participating in Old City Eats. Old City … [Read more...]
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