Abraham Lincoln
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Rare Copy of Emancipation Proclamation Signed By Abraham Lincoln To Be Auctioned
There are just 27 known copies remaining of the only authorized and printed edition of the Emancipation Proclamation’s full text signed by President Abraham Lincoln…
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The Philadelphia Editor Who Made Thanksgiving a National Tradition
Did you know one woman’s determination turned Thanksgiving into a beloved national holiday? Sarah Josepha Hale, a trailblazing editor in 19th-century Philadelphia, convinced Abraham Lincoln…
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U.S. Penny’s 232-Year History Begins and Ends in Philadelphia
Philadelphia, where the penny was born, will also mark the end of its 232-year journey, except for the millions of coins tucked away in jars…
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Philadelphia’s Masonic Temple Houses Many Unusual Treasures, Including Mold of Former U.S. President’s Face
The mysterious Masonic Temple in Philadelphia houses many unusual treasures, including a replica of Abraham Lincoln’s 1860 plaster life mask, writes Kristin Hunt for PhillyVoice.…
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Lincoln Financial’s Rebranding Includes Stadium Sign Upgrades
Lincoln Financials’ decision to rebrand has meant modifications to the Eagles’ home stadium, Lincoln Financial Field, writes Jeff Blumenthal for Philadelphia Business Journal. There’s a…
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Lincoln Financial Is Rebranding, So Eagles Stadium Gets New Look
Lincoln Financial Field’s going to look slightly different at the start of the Philadelphia Eagle’s next season. Radnor-based Lincoln Financial, who has the naming rights…
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Forbes: Lincoln University Remembers Rich History, Looks Toward the Future
Lincoln University used the opportunity during its Founder’s Day earlier this year to showcase both its rich history and future aspirations, writes Marybeth Gasman for…
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Even Abraham Lincoln Has a Connection to Wawa. Find Out How
There honestly is an Abraham Lincoln Wawa connection and to find it, you have to learn out more about the Wood family, the folks that…
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West Philly’s Juneteenth Parade is One of the Largest in the Nation
On Sunday, June 16, Malcolm X Park in West Philadelphia served as the location of one of the nation’s largest Juneteenth celebrations, writes Vik Raghupathi…
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Lost Lincoln Presidential Order Signed 2 Days After Civil War’s End Being Sold in Ardmore
A presidential order signed by Abraham Lincoln four days before he was assassinated has been found in an old writing desk and is now being…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Rebecca Rhynhart, Controller of City of Philadelphia
Rebecca Rhynhart, City Controller of Philadelphia, spoke with Philadelphia Today about her childhood in Abington and the lessons she learned from working at a pet…
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