'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...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ New Benjamin Franklin Museum, Philly Naked Bike Ride, Free Events and More!
August 23, 2013 By
'Experience a Naked Bike Ride or the New Opening of the Benjamin Franklin Museum' One could say it will be an interesting weekend in Philadelphia. Have you ever checked out the Philly Naked Bike Ride event? If you are into art and history, come to the new opening of the Benjamin Franklin Museum. How about the many free movies and free concerts throughout the city at any given night, the art tours, or kayaking on the Delaware River. No matter what tickles your fancy, we have a lot events … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Free Movies, Concerts, Fireworks and Much More!
August 16, 2013 By
'Two Weeks Left of Summer Fun in Philly’ The summer is nearing quickly. But don't sweat the small stuff, because there is still much to enjoy throughout the city before the kids go back to school. There are many free movies and free concerts throughout the city at any given night, art tours, kayaking and don't forget about the mock beach at Eakins Oval, which ends this weekend on August 18. No matter what tickles your fancy, we have a lot events and attractions for you below. What … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Dutch Festival, Dragon Boat Race, Free Movies and more!
August 9, 2013 By
'Explore The Many Festivals in Philadelphia’ The City of Brotherly Love seems to keep exploding with many excellent things to do, always keeping you busy. Experience the Pennsylvania Dutch Festival that continues until Saturday, the Southeast Asian Dragon Boat Festival on Saturday or the Night Market Philadelphia taking place on South Street on Thursday, August 15. Don't forget about the many free movies throughout the city at any given night, the backyard bash and beach party or the mock … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ 2nd Street Festival, First Fridays, Free Movies and More!
August 2, 2013 By
‘Philly Festivals, Philly Art, Movies, Action!’ Can you believe it's August already. The kids will be going back to school soon. Before that happens, enjoy the many things taking place in this awesome city of ours as a family. Today kicks off with a free concert at the Kimmel Center, many First Fridays events throughout the city, the 2nd Street Festival in Northern Liberties, free movies, free concerts at Philly parks and so much more. No matter what tickles your fancy, we have most of it … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ East Passyunk Car Show, Free Movies & More!
July 26, 2013 By
‘Summer Fun With The Family In Philly’ Seems like we are getting a slight reprieve with the weather this weekend. High's in the low to mid 80's all weekend, which is good news. So what will you be doing? There are many things to do in Philadelphia! How about free movies throughout the city, free concerts at Philly parks, or how about the East Passyunk Car Show. No matter what tickles your fancy, we have most of it for you below. What event or activity this weekend or during the week … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Historical Sites in Philly and More!
July 19, 2013 By
'Take Time to Explore the History of Philadelphia’ There are seems to be some sort of festival taking place in Philly. This week seems to be a little calm than usual. There is the Celtic Heritage Festival that is being held in Horsham, PA. You could always relax on the Schuylkill or Delaware Rivers while trying the many types of paddling activities. How about exploring the many historical sites that this great city has to offer. Even if you have lived her for years, have you ever been to … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Bastille Day, Food In Philly & More
July 12, 2013 By
’Exploring All That Philadelphia Has To Offer’ Off with her head! This Sunday is Bastille Day, which you can read more about below. It will be celebrated throughout the city on Saturday, July 13. Check out a fake beheading at Eastern State Penitentiary or check out the 7th Annual Bastille Day Celebration with the Media Arts Council in downtown Media. Love different kinds of foods? Check out the Sidewalk Sizzle and Ice Cream Freeze being held outside of the Reading Terminal Market. And don't … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ All You Can Eat Ice Cream and 4th of July
June 28, 2013 By
'4th of July in Philadelphia’ Can you believe that 4 of July is a week away! As many of you know, there will be many activities and events during the first week of July, thanks to Wawa Welcome America. To kick off the weekend, how about all the ice cream that you can eat at Penn's Landing on June 29 and 30. Definitely check out our 4th of July in Philadelphia cheat sheet below, for the many events and activities, to include the reading of the Declaration of Independence. What event or … [Read more...]
Things To Do In Philadelphia ~ Live Music and Art
June 21, 2013 By
'Summer Fun in Philadelphia’ Happy first day of Summer! To top it off, what great weather for this weekend! So many great events to kick of the summer of 2013. Anything from the Manayunk Arts Festival, to paddle boating at Penn's Landing, music festivals and free movie nights. What event or activity this weekend or during the week excites you the most? Please share with us in the comments below. MyPhillyAlive needs your help! We are in a social media contest and you can help us in … [Read more...]
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