'The Thinker Hangs Out in Philadelphia' The Rodin Museum is located in the Art Museum District of Philadelphia. The Museum contains the most extensive collection of sculptor Auguste Rodin's works outside of Paris. History of Rodin Museum The Rodin Museum was a gift to the City of Philadelphia from movie theater magnate Jules Mastbaum (American, 1872 - 1926), who began collecting works by Rodin in 1923. He intended to have a museum that enriched the lives of his fellow … [Read more...]
Jack’s Firehouse in Fairmount – Restaurants in Philadelphia
February 20, 2025 By
'Innovative American Cooking Style' . Jack's Firehouse is located in the Fairmount section of Philadelphia, approximately five blocks from Eastern State Penitentiary. The restaurant was a firehouse from the 19th century, built around 1871 and moved to its new location in 1954. Jack's Firehouse Experience & Atmosphere When walking into Jack's Firehouse, the original mahogany interior, wood plank floors, and even the brass fire pole remain intact. You'll also notice the … [Read more...]
Terror Behind the Walls – Halloween in Philadelphia
September 24, 2019 By
'A Massive Haunted House in a Real Prison' It's that time of year again, Halloween will be upon us before you know it. Do you scare easily? If you answered no, you might want to rethink your answer again prior to visiting Terror Behind the Walls at the Eastern State Penitentiary in the Fairmount neighborhood of Philadelphia. Terror Behind the Walls kicks off on September 20 and continues until November 9! (Read below for ticket giveaway and discounts) Terror Behind … [Read more...]
Bastille Day in Philadelphia To Include the Bastille Day Block Party In Fairmount!
July 8, 2019 By
'LIVE Music With Bastille Day In Philadelphia' Get ready for some great music, games, food and more - while celebrating Bastille Day in Philadelphia! For the past 24 years, Bastille Day in Fairmount was celebrated with Marie Antoinette, the Bearded Ladies and dozens of French revolutionaries center stage outside of Eastern State Penitentiary. That came to an end last year. Welcome in the new era of celebrating Bastille Day in Fairmount thanks to Kronenbourg 1664, local Fairmount … [Read more...]
Dad Vail Regatta in Philadelphia
May 6, 2019 By
'Largest Intercollegiate Regatta in the United States' The Dad Vail Regatta is a rowing event that takes place on the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia on the second Saturday of May annually. This event is the largest collegiate rowing event in the United States and has become a Philadelphia tradition for decades and takes place on May 10 and 11, 2019. Dad Vail Regatta History The Dad Vail Regatta started in 1934 with "Rusty" Callow, then coach at the University of Pennsylvania, and the … [Read more...]
Sports Bars in Philadelphia for March Madness
March 19, 2019 By
'March Madness in Philadelphia' Who doesn't love March. You have spring fast approaching, St. Patrick's Day, American Red Cross month, Women's History month and of course, there is March Madness. The 2019 NCAA Basketball Tournament kicks off March 19 and 20 with a few play in games. Then the real excitement takes place March 21 and ends on April 8 with the National Championship game at the U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This is the time of year that many businesses … [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...]
Bastille Day in Philadelphia
July 10, 2017 By
'A Long Day Party at Eastern State Penitentiary & Much More' What is Bastille Day? It's a French holiday, which in France, is called La Fête Nationale (The National Celebration). It takes place every year on July 14. This day represents the storming of the Bastille on 14 July 1789; which was a French prison and is seen as a symbol of the uprising of the modern nation that took place back then in Paris, France. Bastille Day, an annual celebration, has become very popular all over the City … [Read more...]
“Rhythm and Hues” ~ 2016 Summer Fun At The Oval
July 22, 2016 By
‘Summertime Fun At The Pop-Up Park On The Parkway’ Eakins Oval, the public space across from the Philadelphia Museum of Art, is transformed into a summer oasis from July 15 to August 21, 2016. The Oval, presented by PNC, is a partnership of the Fairmount Park Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation. The 2016 Summer Season is highlighted by “Rhythm & Hues,” a colorful mural that is meant to signify musical rhythm and music, which is an installation created by … [Read more...]
Picasso: The Great War, Experimentation and Change at The Barnes Foundation
February 24, 2016 By
'Experience 50 Works By Picasso Highlighting Pieces From World War I' This majestic Picasso exhibit: The Great War, Experimentation and Change, is being shown at The Barnes Foundation from February 21 to May 9. This special Picasso exhibit in partnership with the Columbus Museum of Art will examine the dramatic variance in Pablo Picasso’s style during the period surrounding World War I. Visitors will be able to travel back in time to witness his fluctuation between cubism and a more … [Read more...]
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