'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...]
Franklin Square – Parks in Philadelphia
April 4, 2019 By
'Carousel Rides, Mini-Golf, Burgers, Movie Nights & More' Franklin Square is located in the historical part of Philadelphia in Old City. It's one of the five original open-space parks planned by William Penn during the late 17th century. The Square opens its new season Wednesday, March 1, 2017. SquareBurger, the STARR Restaurants burger stand, opens later in March (stay tuned for an exact date). There will be many special events and exciting happenings this … [Read more...]
History Buffs Will Love The Museum Of The American Revolution In Historic Philadelphia!
August 1, 2017 By
'Showcasing The Birth Of Our Country!' The Museum of the American Revolution, steps from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall, is the first National Museum to tell the story of the American Revolution. Two centuries have passed and there was still no national museum that tells the entire story of this remarkable period until now. So this will be a very exciting time in history! The Museum of the American Revolution Experience & Atmosphere The museum is located at 3rd and Chestnut … [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...]
Chinese Lantern Festival At Franklin Square April 22 – June 12
June 9, 2016 By
'A Celebration of Light & Culture' Be visually inspired as visitors will get to experience the Chinese Lantern Festival at Franklin Square in Historic Philadelphia April 22 to June 12. The Festival, appearing for the first time in the Northeast United States, is a celebration of light and culture that features artisans from China and the Philadelphia region. In conjunction with Franklin Square's 10-year anniversary, the square will come alive and glow with more than 25 … [Read more...]
Independence Beer Garden Joins Historical Independence Mall
April 15, 2016 By
'Come Drink Beer With The Ghosts Of Our Founding Forefathers' Come enjoy this beautiful and inviting beer garden, the Independence Beer Garden, which is located at 100 South Independence Mall West, directly across the street from the Liberty Bell. This enchanting space adds to the Independence National Historical Park area. The beer garden is back, opening April 15 and 16 as a teaser, and then officially opening for the season on April 21! Independence Beer Garden Atmosphere & … [Read more...]
Benjamin Franklin Museum
January 12, 2014 By
'A Museum Dedicated To An Extraordinary Man' Benjamin Franklin was a man of many talents, thoughts and one of our Founding Fathers. The Benjamin Franklin Museum is located in Historic Philadelphia in Independence National Historic Park. It is dedicated to bringing visitors closer to his private life as a citizen, as a philosopher, a diplomat and much more. Benjamin Franklin Museum Experience & Atmosphere The museum, originally built for the 1976 Bicentennial celebration, is built next to … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Manayunk Winter Solstice, Philadelphia Eagles and More!
December 20, 2013 By
‘Holiday Fun in the City of Brotherly Love!’ Who doesn't get excited about this time of year. So many holiday attractions, family fun, excitement and much more. Have you been to the many light attractions such as the Comcast Spectacular, Macy's Holiday light show, the Franklin Square Electrical Spectacular, the Waterfront Winterfest at Penn's Landing, or such fun family activities as the the pop up rink at the Piazza at Schmidt's, shopping at the Christmas Village, the Blue Cross RiverRink … [Read more...]
Where It All Began At Independence Hall – Part of Philadelphia History
September 12, 2013 By
'They Risked Everything - Part of Philadelphia History' . History of Independence Hall Independence Hall is a significant building in American History, to where the Declaration of Independence was adopted and where the Constitution of the United States was debated, drafted and signed. It was built between 1732 and 1753 and designed by Edmund Woolley and Andrew Hamilton. Independence Hall can be thought as the birthplace of the United States. It was initially inhabited by the colonial … [Read more...]
First Friday – First Fridays in Old City & Manayunk
March 1, 2013 By
"Art Appreciation in Philly" Ever been to a First Friday in Philadelphia? Do you like art? Like to socialize? First Friday brings the Philadelphia Arts Community together with Philadelphians and those art aficionado's, which takes place in Old City. History of First Friday's in Philadelphia First Friday started in 1991 by a group of galleries and with the help of the Old City Arts Association, allowing art and people coming together in a relaxing setting. First Friday's has grown into one of … [Read more...]
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