Fairmount
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Longtime Fairmount Restaurant Owner Sells, New Restaurant Set to Come In Soon
Salvatore De Cristofaro, the longtime chef and owner of Figs in Fairmount, has sold his BYOB to veteran private chef and cooking instructor Landi Prendi, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Prendi plans to reopen the space as Valentina Italian Ristorante by the end of May 2026. Cristofaro’s move to sell marks the end…
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Rocky Statue Headlines Philadelphia Museum of Art’s New Monument Exhibition
The Rocky Statue has stood outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art for decades. However, now the iconic statue has taken residence inside the museum as part of its new exhibition, writes Nick Kariuki for Billy Penn at WHYY. That is a major contrast from the relationship the museum and statue has had over the years.…
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Philadelphia Author Promotes Body Positivity, Acceptance Through New Billboard
Philadelphia author Emma Copley Eisenberg is a big proponent of body positivity and that advocacy can be seen through a new billboard along I-95 North near Fairmount Avenue, writes Christie Ileto for 6abc. In a contrast from the often-seen weight-loss messaging online, Eisenberg wanted to provide a counterpoint. The new billboard features the phrase “Your…
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Eastern State Nears Fundraising Goal to Open New Center, Pursue Exhibit Upgrades
Eastern State Penitentiary has met 90 percent of its fundraising goal to construct a new center and upgrade its interior ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday this summer, writes Isaac Avilucea for AXIOS Philadelphia. Eastern State had previously launched a $2.7 million fundraising goal for this new project. The William Penn Foundation recently gifted Eastern…
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Fairmount Native Sheinelle Jones Talks Journey From Good Day Philadelphia to the Today Show
Sheinelle Jones was born in Philadelphia’s Fairmount neighborhood and grew up in Kansas before eventually returning to hometown for several years back in 2005, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Jones, 47, was born to college sweethearts who moved to Philadelphia shortly after graduating. After they divorced, the young Sheinelle moved to her mother’s native…
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Philadelphia Relic Named Most Popular Abandoned Building in the World
A couple months ago, unoccupied house insurance experts at Alan Boswell Group released its list of the most famous and popular abandoned buildings across the world, and a Philadelphia building is atop the list, writes Stacey Leasca for Travel + Leisure. That building is the Eastern State Penitentiary in Fairmount, often described as America’s most…
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House of the Week: Gorgeous Traditional in Fairmount
A gorgeous traditional home with four bedrooms and three bathrooms is available for sale in Fairmount. This remarkable residence is a rare historic 22-foot-wide brownstone meticulously restored for modern living, offers timeless charm combined with contemporary sophistication. Distinctive details include soaring 13-foot ceilings, original architectural embellishments, exposed white brick arches, and striking proportions throughout. .…
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Joe Frazier Statue Will Be Moved to Base of Philadelphia Museum of Art Steps
After a recent Philadelphia Art Commission approval vote, the statue of “Smokin’” Joe Frazier will be moved from South Philadelphia to Fairmount, writes Nick Kariuki for Billy Penn at WHYY. Currently located in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex in front of Stateside Live!, the nine-foot bronze statue will soon be moved to the base of…
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Philadelphia Museum of Art Abandons New Name for Familiar Former One
After four months of controversy following its rebranding to the Philadelphia Art Museum, the Philadelphia Museum of Art has returned to its longtime, familiar name, writes Peter Crimmins for WHYY. The museum’s rebranding in October introduced the more colloquial name Philadelphia Art Museum, along with a new logo showcasing a bold black-and-white griffin within a…
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New CEO of Fairmount Park Conservancy Sets Sights on Boosting Philadelphia’s Parks Profile
It has now been about three months since Anthony Sorrentino officially took on the role as the CEO of the Fairmount Park Conservancy. However, even before being installed into the role, Sorrentino was already highlighting’s the city’s park system and had sights on exactly what kind of leader he strived to be, writes Kyle Bagenstose…
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What Will Happen With the Philadelphia Art Museum’s Rebrand After Marketing Chief’s Resignation?
The Philadelphia Art Museum’s chief marketing officer Paul Dien has announced his resignation, effective February 1, writes Peter Dobrin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Dien was in charge of overseeing the museum’s rebranding campaign that was unveiled in October 2025. When he and former director and CEO Sasha Suda came up with the rebrand, their hope…
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Rocky Statue Set for Move After Philadelphia Art Commission Approval Vote
The Philadelphia Art Commission has voted in favor of moving the iconic Rocky Statue to its original home, writes Ross DiMattei for CBS News Philadelphia. It will be moved from the foot of the Philadelphia Art Museum steps back permanently to the top of the steps, after the commission voted 4-1 in favor of the…
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House of the Week: Unique Converted Contemporary in Fairmount
A truly unique contemporary home set on a lovely 5,663-square-foot lot with three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms is available for sale in Fairmount. This remarkable residence has an unexpected composition of historic structures thoughtfully unified into one distinctive living environment. This blends heritage architecture of a Victorian home, an 1877 blacksmith’s shop,…
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Fairmount to Gain New Mixed-Use Development in Place of Former Rite Aid Location
Yoav Shiffman, a Philadelphia developer, is set to begin construction on a new mixed-use project at the former Rite Aid location in Fairmount, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Shiffman purchased the property at 20th Street and Fairmount Avenue during Rite Aid’s bankruptcy auction. He intends to break ground on a 28-unit apartment…
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Fairmount Restaurant and Dog Park, The Boozy Mutt, Closes After Two Years in Business
The Boozy Mutt, the dog friendly bar and social club in Fairmount, has permanently closed its doors after just over two years in business, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice. The business’ last day of operation was Saturday, January 3. Its owners, Allison and Sam Mattiola, have not cited an official reason for the closure. The…
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Philadelphia’s Iconic Rocky Statue to Remain in Place After Public Outcry
The Rocky statue will reportedly remain in Philadelphia after actor Sylvester Stallone, who starred as the main character in the movie series, changed his mind about wanting it back following a public outcry, writes Sarah Kuta for Smithsonian Magazine. The city has decided to give Stallone a replacement version of the sculpture while moving the…
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Philadelphia Art Museum to Unveil New Exhibit Showcasing Iconic Rocky Statue
The Philadelphia Art Museum will be debuting a new exhibit in April that will feature the Rocky statue at the forefront, writes Cherise Lynch for NBC10 Philadelphia. Rising Up: Rocky and the Making of Monuments is the name of the new exhibition. The exhibition’s unveiling will be just in time for the 50th anniversary of…
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Frank Gehry, the World-Renowned Architect Who Helped Redesign Philadelphia Art Museum, Remembered
Frank Gehry, the architect responsible for designing some of the world’s most creative and imaginative buildings, is being remembered after passing away at the age of 96, write Nick Vadala and Peter Dobrin for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Gehry is known for various buildings like the Guggenheim Museum in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall…
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