'Remembering Those That Protect Us' Fireman's Hall Museum is an old restored firehouse, Engine Company Number Eight, that is located in the historic old city district in Philadelphia. The museum is to preserve the ongoing history of Philadelphia firefighting and is operated by the Philadelphia Fire Department. Fireman's Hall Museum History The Fireman's Hall Museum is part of a restored firehouse that was built in 1902. The museum is a direct descendant of the Union Fire … [Read more...]
Betsy Ross House – Philadelphia History
February 24, 2025 By
'The American Flag - Freedom, Liberty, & Pride' The Betsy Ross House, one of our more treasured historic sites, is surrounded by a lot of Philadelphia History. Located in Old City, it is not far from historic icons and sites such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. The Main Question Did Betsy Ross make the American Flag? There are historians on both sides of the fence, but there are affidavits and evidence that prove that Betsy Ross made the American Flag. < click here … [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...]
Old City Dining Room With Outdoor Eating in Old City Philadelphia!
July 24, 2020 By
'Enjoying Fabulous Food On 2nd Street In Old City' Back again for week number 2, July 24 to 26! There is one little twist now! In order to drink, you must order food, unless you order beers and drinks to go. And in order to keep drinking, you still must have food in front of you while eating. You figure it out. Welcome to the first street closure for city dining in Old City Philadelphia! Thanks to the hard work of the Old City District and their staff, and the City of … [Read more...]
Center City District Restaurant Week – Fabulous Philly Foods
January 8, 2020 By
'Food Discounts in Philly' Center City District Restaurant Week is back. Here is your chance to taste many different delicious meals from well-known Philadelphia restaurants and experience chefs delights at discounted prices. From January 12 - 24, 2020, enjoy many types of food selections such as Oriental, Mexican, Seafood, Steak, American, Japanese, Italian, Indian, Cuban, Brazilian, and much more. Philadelphia Restaurant Week Experience & Atmosphere Center City … [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...]
Spirits of ’76 Ghost Tour – Halloween in Philadelphia
October 18, 2019 By
'Terrifying Tales from Haunted Philadelphia' Who enjoys spooky sites and stories that would be related to Philadelphia History. At the Spirits of '76 Ghost Tour, you get to travel down the cobblestone streets of Old City, hearing these chilling stories. The tour is approximately 75 minutes long and takes you to 20 sites throughout the Historic District of the city, visiting such sites as: City Tavern Congress Hall Independence Hall Merchant's Exchange Carpenters' Hall Old … [Read more...]
Old City Fest Rocks Historic Philly Neighborhood
October 7, 2019 By
'Food, Art, Live Music... Oh My!' What would William Penn say about Old City's Old City Fest? "Bring It! I just wish I could party in this awesome historical section of Philly with my friends on Sunday, October 13!" No worries William, because this festival certainly looks like a great time for all ages. The Old City Fest is a celebration of art and design, fashion and food, creativity and culture on the streets of America’s most historic square mile and will transform a four … [Read more...]
Old City District Introduces Old City Eats Summer Program!
June 19, 2019 By
'Experience A Refreshing Restaurant Series In History-Filled Neighborhood!' . Foodies can now celebrate in the Old City neighborhood of Philadelphia again! Old City District has created Old City Eats, a program to showcase the district's food and beverage scene. The program will include 20+ restaurants and bars, taking place every Thursday night May 26 to August 25 from 4 pm till 7 pm. The plan is that participating establishments will offer specials on appetizers and drink … [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...]
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