Revolutionary November
Join us on PHILADELPHIA Today this November for Revolutionary November, inspired by Ken Burns’ The American Revolution, a month of stories celebrating the people, places, and pivotal moments that made Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley the cradle of America’s fight for freedom.
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Philadelphia’s Fort Mifflin Provides Unique Glimpse into Grit and Determination of American Revolution
Often overshadowed by its more famous Philadelphia neighbors, Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, Fort Mifflin offers a truly unique glimpse into the American Revolution,…
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Revolutionary-Era Gunboat Built Near Philadelphia in 1770s Finds New Forever Home
A Revolutionary War-era gunboat, likely built near Philadelphia in the 1770s and later discovered buried beneath the World Trade Center wreckage, has found its permanent…
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Across All 6 Episodes, Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley Take Center Stage in Ken Burns’ The American Revolution
The Revolution that changed the world was born right here in the Delaware Valley, in the muddy crossroads of Chester County, the meeting houses of…
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Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Flagmakers Maintain Tradition Started by Betsy Ross Centuries Ago
Flagmakers at the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support are continuing a unique Philadelphia tradition that was started by Betsy Ross centuries ago, writes Nikki DeMentri…
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Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park Subject to Administration’s DEI Crackdown
As the Trump administration continues efforts to reshape cultural institutions and crack down on DEI, the Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia is now being…
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Located in Philadelphia, the Nation’s Oldest Theater Has Delighted Audiences for Over Two Centuries
Walnut Street Theatre in Philadelphia, the oldest continuously operating theater in America, has been delighting audiences of all ages for more than two centuries, writes…
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Historic Cadwalader Mansion in Rittenhouse Square Hits Market for $4.625M
Cadwalader Mansion, a Rittenhouse Square home that once served as the French Consulate, recently hit the market for $4.625 million, writes Ryan Mulligan for the…
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Enjoy the Best of Philadelphia’s Historical Sites with These Visitor Tips
As the birthplace of the United States, Philadelphia has much to offer in the way of historical sites, and these tips will help you enjoy…
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Historic Philadelphia Celebrating 30 Years of Bringing Philly’s History to Life
This year marks the 30 years since Historic Philadelphia was founded, writes John McDevitt for KYW Newsradio. The Old City-based nonprofit’s mission is to bring…
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Benjamin Franklin Can Be Credited For Inventing the Library As We Know It Today
Founding father Benjamin Franklin was a versatile inventor, and one of his many contributions to humanity include libraries as we know them today, writes Elizabeth…
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Just Outside of Bucks County, the Country’s Oldest Bookstore Remains in Operation
Just outside of Bucks County, the country’s oldest bookshop continues to offer incredible reading material for everyone. The Moravian Book Shop, the official bookstore of…
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N.Y. Times: George Washington’s Chef Hercules Posey Spent Several Years in Philadelphia
When President George Washington celebrated his 65th birthday at a ball in Philadelphia, his chef Hercules Posey was an underrated part of the equation, writes…
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Philadelphia Ranks Among Most Popular American Cities to Visit Now
Philadelphia is currently one of the most popular travel destinations among the nation’s cities, writes Teena Apeles for Stacker. Stacker ranked the top 25 most…
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Most Illustrations of Ben Franklin’s Philadelphia Kite Experiment Filled with Historical Inaccuracies
Most of the illustrations of Benjamin Franklin’s kite experiment on the outskirts of Philadelphia are riddled with historical inaccuracies, writes Jennifer Ouellette for Ars Technica.…








































