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Essra Mohawk

Philadelphia Native Essra Mohawk, Remembered For Eclectic Singing and Prolific Songwriting

Essra Mohawk, a notable singer and songwriter who released more than a dozen albums and wrote a hit for Cyndi Lauper, passed away earlier this…

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The Heritage West Community Archaeology Project Digs Up the Past, History of West Philadelphia's Black Bottom Neighborhood

The West Philadelphia community members joined forces with Penn faculty members and students over the last four months to carefully dig below the surface and…

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Michael Forman and Jennifer Rice

New York Times: How an Artist and the Founders of the Forman Arts Initiative in Philadelphia Built a Strong Friendship

While collectors and artists often only get involved in financial transactions, in some instances, it can lead to a friendship between the two parties, writes…

Learley McAllister holds framed photo of the family outside Girard College during 1965 Martin Luther King Jr. speech

A Philadelphia Family is a Part of History, as Photo Shows Them in Attendance During a 1965 Speech Martin Luther King Jr. Gave at Girard College

The McAllister family knew they had a front-row ticket to history when Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. gave his speech in front of then…

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Community Members Rally to Preserve Wissahickon’s Historic Character as It Continues to Expand

As the Wissahickon neighborhood continues to grow, the community members are working together in an effort to preserve its historic character, writes Jake Blumgart for…

Dom DiSandro

Here Are Some Things to Know About Eagles’ Chief Security Officer Dom DiSandro

Dom DiSandro made headlines during last weekend’s Philadelphia Eagles vs. San Francisco 49ers game, but he’s more than just a guy who got…

Wagner Free Institute of Science

The Wagner Free Institute of Science is a Haven of History

The Wagner Free Institute of Science is a hidden, lesser-known tourist destination lost in a city steeped in loads of history, writes Tom Gralish…

Hannah Westerman holds cover to "A Philly Special Christmas'

Meet the Philly Artist Responsible For Designing the ‘A Philly Special Christmas’ Album Cover

This year’s “A Philly Special Christmas” album has been very popular due to the musical talents it showcases from some of the city’s…

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Nasheli Ortiz-Gonzalez

For Taller Puertorriqueño Leader Nasheli Ortiz-González, Her Success And Mission is Always About the People

Despite finding success throughout her career as a fashion designer and businesswoman, Nasheli Ortiz-González has often struggled with imposter syndrome, writes Némesis…

Delaware County Symphony perform in a concert.

Delaware County Symphony Presents: A Holiday Chamber Concert

The Delaware County Symphony performs a holiday chamber concert on Dec. 17 in a celebration of the season.

The second chamber concert of the season…

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Washington Post: Drexel’s Inclusion to Philly’s Big Five Brings More Competition to Local College Basketball

This is Drexel University’s first season as an official member of the NCAA’s Big Five and it adds a new layer to a…