Five queer Philadelphians are getting their due with a lush, floral mural
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Philadelphia Stars Negro League mural design to be unveiled on Jackie Robinson Day
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Philadelphians share visions of freedom with new exhibition
What would be written in the Declaration of Independence if people from all walks of life came together…
Saturday festival honors pioneering history during 52 Weeks Of Firsts
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Philadelphia prepared to spend big for America 250 festivities, report shows
New figures released Thursday show Philadelphia is preparing to spend big for America’s 250th birthday celebration this July.…
Philly rallies to reclaim its street art crown
By Molly Given Philadelphia has long worn its reputation as an open-air gallery, with towering works of art…
Mother Bethel to celebrate first African Methodist Episcopal congregation
The Philadelphia Historic District’s “52 Weeks of Firsts” begins its second month of historical highlights with Mother Bethel…
From museums to storytelling: Philly’s ultimate Black History Month guide
By Molly Given From immersive museum experiences to hands-on workshops, story-filled performances, and neighborhood art showcases, Philadelphia is…
Ben Franklin’s volunteer fire company next on show
The Philadelphia Historic District’s “52 Weeks of Firsts” continues this weekend with a Saturday “Firstival” at the Fireman’s…
Artists will celebrate a year of Philadelphia ‘firsts’
Before looking at the list, Saxmore did not know either of these things were Philly firsts. “My family…