'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...]
The 2021 Philadelphia Flower Show – Habitat: Nature’s Masterpiece
May 12, 2021 By
'Philadelphia Flower Show - Habitat: Nature's Masterpiece At FDR Park' The Philadelphia Flower Show is known as the largest indoor flower show in the world, but this year's show will be outdoors! The 2021 Philadelphia Flower Show will make history, giving guests a chance to experience the beautiful vistas and rolling landscape of FDR Park – a registered historical district – as the Show moves outdoors for the first time in history. Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted – one of … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, March 9 – 15!
March 9, 2020 By
'Experience Broadway Shows, Travel Show, St. Patrick's Day Parade and More!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Sittin’ In at the Kimmel Center, One Book, Many Voices Community Dinner at Cobbs Creek Library, Philadelphia Orchestra: BeethovenNOW at the Kimmel Center, Broadway Philadelphia presents Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles at the Merriam Theater, Pennsylvania Ballet: La Bayadère at the Academy of Music, Israeli Film Festival, Marie Cuttoli at the Barnes … [Read more...]
Deck the Alley at Elfreth’s Alley
December 5, 2019 By
'A Fun Festive Holiday Event - Deck the Alley' Who loves Holiday traditions! Come experience this special annual holiday tradition, Deck the Alley on Saturday, December 7 at 3 pm at Elfreth's Alley in Historic Philadelphia located in Old City. Elfreth's Alley is the nation’s oldest continuously inhabited street since 1702. The 32 houses there today were built between 1720s and 1830s and the alley is a National Historic Landmark District. Numbers 124 and 126 are open … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, November 11 – 17!
November 12, 2019 By
'Exploring Philadelphia In The Fall!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Veteran's Day Events, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars, Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival, Oyster Fest at Reading Terminal Market, Peddler's Village Grand Illumination Celebration, Electrical Spectacle Holiday Light Show at Franklin Square, Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre, Gersham Philadelphia Jewish Film Festival, A Very Philly Holiday at One Liberty Observation Deck, Gingerbread House … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, September 16 – 22
September 16, 2019 By
'Exploring Philadelphia!' . Enjoy the many museum exhibits, Community Night at The Franklin Institute, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars, the Fringe Festival, Constitution Day at the National Constitution Center, Brews & Views at Parkway Central Library, Festival O19, Center City Restaurant Week, Philly Free Week at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, Hamilton at the Forrest Theatre, Free Fringe Philly, Franklin Square Fountain Show, Parks On Tap, Terror Behind The Walls At … [Read more...]
Free and Exciting Things To Do In Philly This Week, June 10 – 16
June 10, 2019 By
'Philadelphia Events & Activities Leading Up To The Official Day of Summer' . With the many museum exhibits, Pride Month in Philadelphia, Quizzo at the Plough & the Stars (winner $100), The Philadelphia Phillies, Chinese Lantern Festival, Marvel Exhibit at The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia Historical Activities for Kids & Adults, Outdoor Movie Screenings, Center City Sips, Cirque De La Symphonie at the Kimmel Center, Parks On Tap, Baltimore Avenue Dollar … [Read more...]
Philadelphia Historical Activities For Kids and Adults
June 10, 2019 By
'Exploring The History of Philadelphia With The Family' Philadelphia is so rich in history. Everything from the Declaration of Independence, to the first United States flag on record, to the oldest hospital in America and much more. Many of us don't take advantage of a good deal of historical activities and events that surround the City of Brotherly Love. You wouldn't believe the number of things for kids of all ages to enjoy. Such things as: drill marching with the Continental Army, many … [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...]
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