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Philadelphia Museum of Art
From the Schuylkill River, the Philadelphia Museum of Art rises majestically at the end of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. Constructed of Minnesota Dolomite and completed in 1928, the museum covers 10 acres and houses more than 300,000 works spanning 2,000 years....
Credit: Photo by B. Krist for GPTMC
Philadelphia International Championship
Philadelphia’s 156-mile annual bike race attracts top cyclists from around the world, who speed around the Schuylkill River Drives and labor up the 300-foot-high “wall” in Manayunk. This event is commonly called the "Bike Race."...
Credit: Photo by R. Kennedy for GPTMC
Penn’s Landing
Crowds gather for a festival at Penn’s Landing, a Philly summertime tradition like no other. Each year, the warm-weather season includes the PECO Multicultural Series, Smooth Jazz Summer Nights and Sippin’ by the River....
Credit: Photo by K. Ciappa for GPTMC
Odunde African-American Festival Weekend
A Philadelphia favorite for more than 30 years, the Odunde African-American Festival Weekend celebrates the Yoruba New Year, beginning with a spiritual procession to the Schuylkill River and ending with a lively street fair....
Credit: Photo by G. Widman for GPTMC
Fourth of July Fireworks
Fireworks blazing over the Philadelphia Museum of Art are a Fourth of July tradition during Philadelphia's multi-day Sunoco Welcome America! celebration. Timed perfectly with exhilarating live music, the fireworks paint the skies over the Benjamin Franklin Parkway....
Credit: Photo by G. Widman for GPTMC
Philadelphia Folk Festival
Philadelphia’s answer to Woodstock is the Philadelphia Folk Festival, the longest continuous running event of its kind attracting musicians, storytellers and craftspeople for a weekend of song and merriment....
Credit: Photo by G. Widman for GPTMC
Scarecrow Festival, Peddler’s Village
Held each fall, the Scarecrow Festival at Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, Pennsylvania, features scarecrow-making workshops, pumpkin painting and an exhibition of colorful scarecrows, which are judged for a competition....
Credit: Photo courtesy of Peddler's Village
OutFest
The party spills out into the street at OutFest, the world’s largest Coming Out Day festival. Every October, thousands of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender celebrants gather in the Gayborhood for food, music, entertainment, health screenings and other activities....
Credit: Photo by G. Widman for GPTMC
Please Touch Museum®
Kids are in charge at the fun-filled and hands-on Please Touch Museum®, the nation’s premier children’s museum. After marveling at the Statue of Liberty arm replica made completely of toys, pint-sized museum-goers enjoy the many play areas, including Maurice Sendak’s World, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and the River Adventure....
Credit: Photo courtesy of Please Touch Museum®
Love Letter: 2010 in Philadelphia
2010 is a great year to discover—or rediscover—Philadelphia and The Countryside®. What's going on? Picasso and Renoir exhibitions, two big hotel debuts, opening of the President's House Commemorative Site and the National Museum of American Jewish History, The Barnes Foundation gets ready to move to Center City, an exciting dining...
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It's That Time Of Year Again: 2010 Annual Events In Philadelphia
So Much To Do For Any Kind Of Trip
Art lovers, garden enthusiasts, film connoisseurs and sports fans keep coming back year after year for festivals, sporting events, art shows, parades and cultural events in Philadelphia. Here’s what’s going on in the region in 2010*:
January:
- Thousands of decorative strutters kick off the New Year by marching up
2009 Annual Events And Major Exhibtions In Philadelphia
So Much To Do For Any Kind Of Trip
Art lovers, garden enthusiasts, film connoisseurs and sports fans keep coming back year after year for festivals, sporting events, art shows, parades and cultural events in Philadelphia. Here’s what’s going on in the region in 2009:
January 2009:
- Thousands of decorative strutters kick off the New Year by marching
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Outdoor Happenings 2009
MAY 2009
May 3, 2009
BLUE CROSS 30TH ANNUAL BROAD STREET RUN. The largest and one of the fastest 10-milers in the nation goes from North Philadelphia down the length of Broad Street to The Navy Yard to raise money for the American Cancer Society. (215) 683-3594, broadstreetrun.com
May 8-9,
...11 Not-To-Be-Missed Gay And Lesbian Events In Philly Put An Extra Spring In Travelers' Steps
Four Pride Events, Four Sporting Showdowns, Two Festivals and One Mr. Gay Philadelphia Competition Make For One Fabulous Spring/Summer
Philadelphia is heating up this spring with some of the East Coast’s hottest gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender (GLBT) events. Festivities swing into high gear with the first-ever Philadelphia GLBT Artists Festival, the 10th anniversary of Philadelphia Black Gay Pride and the second annual Liberty Stampede Rodeo. Throughout the
...Philadelphia Region Hosts A Stampede Of Gay-Friendly Events, May-July 2008
LGBT Sports, Theater, Film And Pride Events Planned For Gay And Lesbian Tourists
Visitors from the lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender (LGBT) community are in for a treat this spring and summer as Philadelphia makes way for a series of new and annual LGBT events. In May, the city hosts two major sporting events—the Liberty Stampede Rodeo and the Liberty Bell Classic—for
...23 Reasons To Visit Philadelphia And The Countryside® In Fall 2009
Mark The Calendar For Princess Diana, Jim Henson, Halloween, Philadelphia Marathon And The Thanksgiving Day Parade
As summer’s high temperatures subside and leaves turn red, orange and yellow, Philadelphia and The Countryside® welcomes autumn with special exhibitions, Halloween haunts and all-ages annual events. Princess Diana, Jim Henson, Henri Matisse, George Washington Carver and Barkley L. Hendricks lead the lineup, which also includes Body Worlds 2 at
...Fun And Games: Turn A Summer Trip To Philly Into A Playful Adventure
Feel Like A Kid (Or Bring One Along) On Scavenger Hunts, Clue-Finding Expeditions And Role-Playing Activities
Thanks in part to the popularity of TV shows like The Amazing Race and movies like National Treasure (filmed partially in Philadelphia) that send people around the world on the search for clues, prizes and hidden treasures, Philadelphia attractions are mapping out creative ways to help visitors get to know
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Affordable Summer Vacations In Philadelphia For Families And You
Galileo, Lincoln And Sesame Place’s “The Count” Headline A Summer To Remember In Philadelphia
Summer 2009 in Philadelphia is gearing up to be festive, affordable and full of family-friendly fun. New exhibitions and attractions indoors and out let visitors explore the stars, walk along the treetops, frolic in cooling waters and come face-to-face with historic figures. Free activities, including mural tours, historic storytelling and
...15 Reasons To Make Philadelphia Your Summer Vacation Destination
Summer’s The Season For History, Arts, Sports, Music And More In Philly
Summer in Philadelphia has long been the ideal time to celebrate our nation’s independence. This year, visitors can also learn about the tales of real pirates, gaze at contemporary American artwork, watch potential Olympic gymnasts in action, take the Presidential Oath of Office and experience other annual events that make
...Mummers 101: The Scoop On Philly's New Year's Day Tradition
Tips For Watching 10,000 Men And Women Twirl, Sashay & Strut Up Broad Street
New Year’s Day is about celebrating, and there’s no better place to fete than at the Philadelphia’s Mummers Parade, a 110-year-old tradition in which 10,000 men and women dressed in colorfully lavish costumes twirl, sashay, pirouette and strut up one of the city’s main streets. An unforgettably wild ritual, the
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Experience Holiday Traditions Old And New In Philadelphia
Festivities Include Holiday Lights, House Tours, New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Mummers Parade
The Christmas season really is the most wonderful time of the year in Philadelphia and The Countryside®, where families partake in old and new traditions to make happy holiday memories. Parents who remember standing in awe of the Enchanted Colonial Village at Lit Brother’s department store can take another peek
...Calling All Vampires: Get A Bite Of Philadelphia This Halloween Season
Vamp It Up With Dracula Delights And Lots Of Other Halloween Treats
Consider yourself warned: Dracula is taking over Philadelphia this Halloween season, along with Edgar Allan Poe, a Sphinx and other thrill-ebrities who will wreak delightfully scary havoc with ghoulish events and ghostly attractions throughout the region. Dracula events range from kid-friendly treats at Sesame Place during The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular
...10 Not-To-Miss Halloween Treats In Historic Philadelphia
Edgar Allan Poe Show, Ghost Tours And Pumpkin Painting Make Authentic Treats—And That’s No Trick
It’s the time of year when visitors wander the cobblestone streets of Historic Philadelphia and ask the question, are they or aren’t they…haunted. Halloween offers lots of “Poe-tential” for literary encounters with spooky characters, as well as family-friendly ghosts and goblins who some think still inhabit the centuries-old neighborhood.
Halloween
...16 Ways To Celebrate America's Birthday In The Philadelphia Region
The Independence Day Party Lasts For Days In And Around Philadelphia
When Philadelphia throws a birthday party, everyone catches the spirit—especially leading up to and during Fourth of July weekend. In addition to the many free events that are part of the city’s annual Sunoco Welcome America! celebration, the region is jamming with dozens of events and festivals that celebrate our
...Sheryl Crow Headlines July 4 Concert In Philadelphia
Mayor Nutter Launches Sunoco Welcome America! Festival With Concert Headliner Announcements, Parade Routes Updates
NOTE: Click here for the Sunoco Welcome America! media credential form.
This is a Sunoco Welcome America! press release.
Spirited summer family fun in Philadelphia keeps marching on with the annual Sunoco Welcome America! festival. Visitors to the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection will be treated to two
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$1.5 Million African-American Histroy Exhibition Kicks Off Summer In Historic Philadelphia
New July Fourth Parade, Lincoln Celebration And Behind-The-Scenes Boat Tours Headline A Summer Of Discovery
This summer, Historic Philadelphia is home to brand-new attractions, activities and events, including the provocative new exhibition at The African American Museum in Philadelphia, Audacious Freedom: African Americans in Philadelphia, 1776-1876. After undergoing an extensive renovation, the city’s premier African-American museum will unveil its stunning permanent display on Juneteenth
...Philadelphia Quest For Freedom Features New Exhibitions, Tours And Learning Weekends Throughout The City
Programs Highlight African-American History And The City’s Free Black Community
This summer’s Philadelphia Quest for Freedom will feature new programs, tours and exhibitions—including the brand-new permanent exhibition at The African American Museum in Philadelphia, Audacious Freedom: African Americans in Philadelphia, 1776-1876—to give visitors a more exciting and in-depth view of African-American history in Philadelphia and in the United States’
...A Dozen African-American Exhibtions, Events And Restaurants Not To Miss In 2009
Mark The Calendar For A Spring And Summer To Remember
Travelers heading to Philadelphia this spring or summer will have a chance to immerse themselves in the region’s rich African-American history and culture thanks to an assortment of special events and exhibitions taking place in the city and beyond. During the course of both seasons, they can check out The
...Free Concerts, A New Parade And Two Weekends Of Fireworks Add Up To Affordable Fourth Of July Family Fun In Philadelphia
Sunoco Welcome America! Celebrates America’s Birthday In America’s Birthplace
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Two weekends of patriotic summer fun add up to one big party when Philadelphia welcomes residents and visitors for the 17th annual Sunoco Welcome America! festival, celebrating the nation’s birthday in its birthplace. For two weekends, June 26-28
...Philly's More Romantic During The Holiday Season
The following itinerary is available on gophila.com/holidays.
LOCATION: Center City, Penn’s Landing and the Brandywine Valley
TRANSPORTATION: Foot, taxi and car
DURATION: Two days and two nights
Crisp starry skies…cozy firelight dinners…colorful twinkling lights. The holidays are here, and all around Philadelphia, romance is in the air. Time for
...Holiday Fun In Philly For The Whole Family
The following itinerary is available on gophila.com/holidays.
LOCATION: Center City, Penn’s Landing, South Philly, Kennett Square
TRANSPORTATION: Foot, taxi or car
DURATION: Two days and two nights
Holiday time is family time, but too often, busy schedules and bustling activities have everyone running in different directions. In 2008, start
...25 Ways To Celebrate The Holidays In Philadelphia For Less Than $25
Affordable Holiday Experiences From Thanksgiving Through The New Year
It doesn’t take a holly, jolly budget to have a holly, jolly holiday—especially in Philadelphia and The Countryside®, where even Ebenezer Scrooge would be impressed with all the budget-conscious ways to celebrate the season. Here are 25 entertaining reasons to make merry in 2008—all while keeping the tab under $25
...Haunted Philly: A Little Bit Scary And A Whole Lot Of Fun
Discovering Some Of The Philadelphia Region’s Spookiest Spots
Ghosts and goblins are nothing new to Philadelphia and The Countryside®, an area known for historic sites, Colonial-era graveyards and centuries-old buildings, some dating back to pre-Revolutionary War times. What many people don’t know is that many of the original residents of Historic Philadelphia never left town. The area is
...Celebrate Halloween 2008 In Philadelphia, America's Most Hauntingly Historic City
Party With Elvira, Tour An Abandoned Prison And See A Lock Of Edgar Allan Poe’s Hair
Professional actors, state-of-the art computer technology and Hollywood-quality special effects combine to convert Philadelphia and The Countryside® into one of the world’s scariest Halloween destinations for families, couples and singles. But what adds a deeper and more authentic layer to the just-for-fun sites that thrill hundreds of thousands of visitors
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Holidays Are All About Tradition In Philadelphia
Philly’s Annual Happenings Make The Season Special
People come to Philadelphia year after year to create new holiday memories with the help of the region’s time-tested traditions. Parents who remember standing in awe of the Enchanted Colonial Village at Lit Brother’s department store can take another peek inside the busy bakery, the bustling village store and the
...Fourth Of July In Philly: Ben Franklin & Betsy Ross's Wedding, Two Fireworks Shows, John Legend, Boyz II Men, Fiesta And More
From July 3-6, All The Action Is In Philly During The Sunoco Welcome America! Celebration
When it comes to celebrating America’s birthday, Philly does July 4 like nowhere else. A highlight this year will be the real-life wedding of two re-enactors who portray Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross. The couple will be married in front of Independence Hall with Mayor Michael A. Nutter officiating and
...Fact Sheet
Behind The Scenes At Sunoco Welcome America!, Philly’s Fourth of July Festival
Fireworks:
- Each minute of a fireworks show takes approximately one hour to choreograph.
- Zambelli pyrotechnicians will spend approximately 350-400 hours on-site producing Sunoco Welcome America!’s fireworks shows on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and at Penn’s Landing.
The Wedding: Benjamin Franklin & Betsy Ross (Ralph & Linda):
- Ralph Archbold
Backgrounder
Boyz II Men To Perform During Sunoco Welcome America!
Philly’s own Boyz II Men formed in 1988 while the Boyz were students at the Philadelphia High School for the Creative and Performing Arts. Today, the Boyz are all grown up and sounding as good as ever.
With Nathan Morris, Shawn Stockman and Wanya Morris (no relation to Nathan) trading
...Backgrounder
John Legend To Perform During Sunoco Welcome America!
In 2004, John Legend made the leap from all-star studio session man to headlining singer/songwriter/pianist/performer with his debut album Get Lifted. Driven in part by the hit singles Ordinary People and Used To Love U, Get Lifted was a critical and commercial triumph, earning Legend an astounding eight Grammy nominations.
...Fourth Of July Celebration In Philadelphia - July 6
Daily Summary Of Events And Activities For Sunoco Welcome America!
Sunday, July 6, 2008:
11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Taste of Philadelphia
Hungry visitors can nosh their way through the weekend at the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, sampling cuisine from some of the city’s finest restaurants. Traditional picnic foods like burgers, corn on the cob and other Independence Day favorites
Fourth Of July Celebration In Philadelphia - July 5
Daily Summary Of Events And Activities For Sunoco Welcome America!
Saturday, July 5, 2008:
10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Journey to the Center of the Earth
Lucky contest winners can attend a pre-release screening of this classic’s remake. On a special trip to Iceland, a scientist (Brendan Fraser) and his nephew get trapped in a cave. They soon discover
Fourth Of July Celebration In Philadelphia - July 4
Daily Summary Of Events And Activities For Sunoco Welcome America!
Friday, July 4, 2008:
10:00-11:00 a.m.
Independence Day Ceremony
Philadelphia’s annual commemoration of American independence is bigger and better this year on Independence Mall. Among other program items, Mayor Michael A. Nutter will be on hand to acknowledge the achievements of the Best of the Class, graduating high school
Fourth Of July Celebration In Philadelphia - July 3
Daily Summary Of Events And Activities For Sunoco Welcome America!
Thursday, July 3, 2008:
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Go 4th & Learn
Kids can time-travel through more than 300 years of Philadelphia history as a historian brings out artifacts and guides them along the world’s largest map of the city at the Atwater Kent Museum. Each child who attends
Fourth Of July Celebration In Philadelphia - July 2
Daily Summary Of Events And Activities For Sunoco Welcome America!
Wednesday, July 2, 2008:
10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Go 4th & Learn
Kids explore the world of possibilities through storytelling, crafts and interactive performances at the Abbosford Community Center. Each child attending will receive a gift bag with a book and other goodies. 3226 McMichael Street, East Falls
2:00
...Fourth Of July Celebration In Philadelphia - July 1
Daily Summary Of Events And Activities For Sunoco Welcome America!
Tuesday, July 1, 2008:
10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Go 4th & Learn
Storytellers give kids get the scoop on Ben Franklin while they enjoy the interactive movie What’s the Big Idea, Ben Franklin? at the Free Library of Philadelphia. Each child attending will receive a gift bag with a
Fourth Of July Celebration In Philadelphia - June 30
Daily Summary Of Events And Activities For Sunoco Welcome America!
Monday, June 30, 2008:
10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Go 4th & Learn
Kids won’t know what to do first at City Hall’s Dilworth Plaza—climb inside the helicopter, talk with William Penn or paint the colorful monster mural. Every child participating will receive a gift bag with a book
Fourth Of July Celebration In Philadelphia - June 29
Summary Of Events And Activities For Sunoco Welcome America!
Sunday, June 29, 2008:
10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
Go 4th & Learn
At Franklin Square, kids can romp around, play games and hear professional storytellers regale them with entertaining stories about America’s past. Each child attending will receive a gift bag with a book and other goodies. Afterwards, parents
Fourth Of July Celebration In Philadelphia - June 28
Daily Summary Of Events And Activities For Sunoco Welcome America!
Saturday, June 28, 2008:
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Go 4th & Learn
Kids play with musical instruments and learn how to scat jazz from Scat Cat at World Cafe Live. Every child participating will receive a gift bag with a book and other goodies. 3025 Walnut Street, (215) 222-1400
2:00-6:00
...Celebrate America's Birthday With Patriotic Events, Activities, And Festivities Throughout The Philadelphia Region
The Independence Day Party Lasts For Days In And Around Philadelphia
Whoever said less is more sure wasn’t thinking about Fourth of July in Philadelphia and The Countryside®. When it comes to celebrating America’s birthday, America’s birthplace knows that more is better. In addition to the many free events that are part of the Sunoco Welcome America! celebration, the region is
...Philadelphia Cops & Kids Join Forces To Create Art During City's Fourth Of July Festival
Everyone Can Be An Artist During Sunoco Welcome America!’s Mural Arts Event
Aspiring artists can join local police officers to make their mark on Philadelphia during a giant Cops & Kids paint-in, Wednesday, July 2, 2008, 3:00-5:00 p.m. The event is part of Sunoco Welcome America!, Philadelphia’s nine-day Fourth of July festival, running June 28 through July 6.
Budding Picassos can demonstrate
...Amen! There's Great Gospel On The Great Plaza
Saturday Night Alive Kicks Off Philadelphia’s Fourth Of July Festivities
Philadelphia’s nine-day Fourth of July festival, Sunoco Welcome America!, gets underway on a joyful note when Saturday Night Alive!, presented by Independence Blue Cross and co-sponsored by WDAS-FM and the CW PHILLY, hosts live gospel performances and film on the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing on Saturday, June 28, 2008,
...A Show Of Strength At Philadelphia's Fourth Of July Festivities
The World’s Strongest Men To Compete During Sunoco Welcome America! Festival
Step right up and watch some of the world’s strongest men dazzle with their amazing feats of strength. The Strongman Competition brings together a fierce line-up of strength competitors from around the nation for one of the kick-off events for Sunoco Welcome America!, a nine-day festival of activities celebrating America’s
...Take Time Out For Wednesday Night Out
Philadelphia’s Fourth Of July Celebration Revs Up With An Arts Block Party
Start with the anniversary of America’s birthday. Add in some of Philadelphia’s renowned and emerging performing and visual artists. Put them all together in a block party setting, and the result is Wednesday Night Out presented by the Philadelphia International Airport, a highlight of Sunoco Welcome America!’s Fourth of July
...Feel The Rhythm At Philadelphia's Fiesta On The Parkway
DLG Headlines Sunoco Welcome America! Dance Party
Sunoco Welcome America!, Philadelphia’s nine-day festival celebrating America’s birthday from June 28 through July 6, 2008, is throwing a Fiesta on the Parkway, featuring Latino music, dance, arts, culture, food and more. The event will spice up the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on Thursday, July 3, 2:00-8:30 p.m.
The fun-filled fiesta
...Chill Out At The Super Scooper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival
The Coolest Events Take Place During Philadelphia’s Fourth Of July Weekend
The Super Scooper All-You-Can-Eat Ice Cream Festival returns to Penn’s Landing as part of Sunoco Welcome America!, Philadelphia’s nine-day festival celebrating America’s birthday, from June 28 through July 6, 2008. The ice cream extravaganza will take place at Walnut Street and Columbus Boulevard from Friday, July 4 through Sunday, July
...A Taste Of Philadelphia Brings Gastronomical Goodies To The Great Plaza At Penn's Landing
Philly Restaurants Featured At Sunoco Welcome America!’s Fourth Of July Celebration
Some of the city’s best chefs are bringing their culinary talents to the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing, Columbus Boulevard at Chestnut Street, for A Taste of Philadelphia, an opportunity to feast on fine cuisine at fast food prices. The event, a joint production of Sunoco Welcome America! and the
...It's All Fun And Games At Philadelphia's Party On The Parkway
Family-Friendly Festivities A Highlight Of Philly’s Fourth of July Celebration
After Fourth of July’s commemorative ceremonies on Independence Mall in Philadelphia, revelers can make their way over to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 2:00 p.m. for Party on the Parkway, one of many events that make up Sunoco Welcome America!’s nine-day festival celebrating America’s birthday, June 28 through July 6,
...Southwest Airlines July 4th Parade Shows Philly Some Love
Sunoco Welcome America! Celebrates How The City Lives, Works, Plays And Celebrates
Cue the 76 trombones. It’s time for the Southwest Airlines July 4th Parade, an entertaining tribute to Philadelphia that displays how this “City of Firsts” lives, works, plays and celebrates. The parade, which will lead into a free concert by John Legend and a spectacular fireworks display, is a
...Philadelphia, America's Birthplace, Hosts Patriotic Ceremonies On July 4, 2008
Commemorative Activities End With Ceremonial Tapping Of The Liberty Bell
The best place to celebrate America’s birthday is the place where it all started 232 years ago—at Philadelphia’s Independence Hall. On Friday, July 4, 2008, at 10:00 a.m., Mayor Michael A. Nutter will lead the city’s Independence Day Ceremony, a commemorative event that pays tribute to the 18th-century
...Philadelphia POPS Play Annual Pops On Independence Concert
Sunoco Welcome America! To Feature Peter Nero & The Philly POPS And The Real-Life Wedding Of Ben Franklin And Betsy Ross Re-enactors In Free Event
Some things just belong together—like picnics, the Philly POPS and Independence Day. They all come together on Thursday, July 3, 2008 during the POPS on Independence concert, a newer tradition that has become a Sunoco Welcome America! fan favorite. The nine-day Fourth of July festival celebrates America’s birthday in America’s
...Two Fireworks Shows Light Up Philly Skies Over Fourth Of July Weekend
Sunoco Welcome America! Presents Pyrotechnics On July 4 And 5 And The World Premiere Of A New Patriotic Anthem By Patti LaBelle
This year’s Sunoco Welcome America!, Philadelphia’s nine-day festival celebrating America’s birthday, will feature not one but two spectacular, themed fireworks displays by the internationally acclaimed Zambelli Fireworks Internationale on July 4 and 5, 2008. The Independence Day show will mark the world premiere of a new patriotic anthem by Philadelphia’s
...Boyz II Men Light Up The Stage, Fireworks Light Up The Philly Skies
Waterfront Concert & Fireworks Marks Final Weekend Of Fourth of July Festivities
The calendar might say it is July 5, but in Philadelphia the Independence Day celebration continues all weekend with even more Sunoco Welcome America!, a nine-day festival celebrating America’s birthday. The action moves to the Great Plaza at Penn’s Landing where Boyz II Men, Philly’s own hometown music heroes and
...John Legend Headlines Philly's Independence Day Concert
Home-Grown Hit Makers The Stylistics Open The Show That Ends With A Spectacular Fireworks Display
He’s hot, he’s a hit-maker, and he’s headlining the Sunoco Welcome America! Sunoco Sweet Sounds of Liberty Concert & Fireworks extravaganza on July 4, 2008. John Legend, the University of Pennsylvania graduate and five-time Grammy Award winner, will cap off the Southwest July 4th Parade with a free concert on
...Ben Franklin And Betsy Ross To Marry In Philly On July 3
Philadelphia’s Premier Historic Re-enactors Will Tie The Knot During Sunoco Welcome America!’s POPS on Independence Concert
Benjamin Franklin and Betsy Ross are getting married, and it’s happening in Philadelphia. In reality, Ralph Archbold, the city’s nationally recognized Ben Franklin re-enactor, fell in love with Linda Wilde, who often portrays Betsy Ross, and they decided to get married. The couple will exchange vows in a public ceremony
...There's No Place Like Philly On The Fourth Of July
John Legend, Boyz II Men And The Real Wedding Of Ben Franklin And Betsy Ross Re-enactors Highlight The Free Nine-Day Festival
The nation’s birthplace is still the best place to celebrate America’s birthday. Sunoco Welcome America!, Philadelphia’s nine-day marathon of Independence Day events, kicks off on Saturday, June 28 and continues through Sunday, July 6, 2008. In between, each day is jam-packed with films, food, dancing, a parade, patriotic ceremonies and
...Curtains Rise On Fourth Of July Fun With Philly @ The Movies
Free Film Series Is A Highlight Of Sunoco Welcome America! Festival
Some of Hollywood’s biggest hits will be shown inside, outside and all around the town when Philly @ the Movies returns as part of the nine-day Sunoco Welcome America! Fourth of July festival, June 28 through July 6, 2008. The series of free flicks—two of which were filmed in the
...Kids Can Go 4th & Learn In Philly Over The Fourth
Sunoco Welcome America! Makes Education Fun
School is out, but kids can Go 4th & Learn during Sunoco Welcome America!, Philadelphia’s nine-day festival celebrating America’s birthday in America’s birthplace, Saturday, June 28 through Sunday, July 6, 2008. The fun, two-hour programs weave together interactive games, musical performances, storytelling and cultural activities, and each child who
...Totally Terrific Treehouses at Tyler Arboretum: Where Imagination Goes Out on a Limb
May 31-September 28, 2008
This is a Tyler Arboretum press release.
Totally Terrific Treehouses, an exhibit of one-of-a-kind tree houses designed and built by local architects, landscape architects, builders, schools, and artists, is on display May 31 to September 28 at Tyler Arboretum near Media, PA.
Sixteen imaginative structures created by local artisans make
...Headliners Announced For Two Concerts During Philadelphia’s Sunoco Welcome America! Fourth Of July Festival
John Legend To Appear On July 4, Boyz II Men Slated For July 5
Revelers in town for Sunoco Welcome America!, Philadelphia’s annual Independence Day celebration, can enjoy two evenings of free concerts during the festival, which runs from Saturday, June 28 through Sunday, July 6. Five-time Grammy winner John Legend will take the outdoor stage at the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of
...12 Reasons To Make A Philly Visit This Fall
This Year’s Autumnal Pleasures Come In The Way Of Scenic Drives, Annual Events And More
One new museum, four scenic drives and seven annual events give visitors a dozen reasons to visit Philadelphia this fall.The opening of the Please Touch Museum in its new Fairmount Park location is a great reason for families to make a trip. For couples who need a push to start
...Philly's Scene For Gay And Lesbian Travelers Heats Up This Fall
City Welcomes The Newest Kimpton Hotel And Nightclubs Q Lounge And Voyeur
Gay and lesbian travelers looking to extend their summer fun into autumn need look no further than Philadelphia in 2009 and beyond. With a handful of new restaurants, bars, clubs, events and hotels to complement Philadelphia’s cherished and historical gay-friendly heritage, Philadelphia is the place to Get Your History Straight
...Four Days Of Summer Fun In Philly For The Whole Family
The following itinerary is available on gophila.com.
LOCATION: Historic Philadelphia, Centennial District, Bucks County, Kennett Square and Camden, New Jersey
TRANSPORTATION: Foot, taxi, bus or car
DURATION: Four days and four nights
This summer, forgo the same old family vacation in favor of a fun and—dare we say—educational trip
...Philly Loves Three-Day Weekends This Winter
A Three-day Weekend And An Affordable Hotel —What’s Not To Love?
Long weekends are the perfect time to discover all the things to Love about Philadelphia. Those looking for a three-day escape this winter can take advantage of the popular Philly Overnight® Hotel Package, which comes with an extra incentive this season thanks to the new Love campaign. As always, the
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Mummers Parade Makes Philly More Fun This New Year
Special Events, Parades, Parties And Fireworks On New Year’s Eve And Day
The wacky and colorful Mummers Parade along Broad Street on New Year’s Day and the breathtaking New Year’s Eve fireworks show at Penn’s Landing distinguish Philadelphia’s New Year celebration from all others. With some insider tips on where to get the best views, how to stay warm and what else
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12 Reasons To Visit Philadelphia This Winter
Winter’s The Season For Great Exhibitions, Holiday Fun, Dining And More In Philly
Winter may be chillier, but Philadelphia is just getting warmed up with a dozen new reasons to explore the five-county region. This season, visitors can walk through an interactive Chronicles of Narnia exhibition at The Franklin, view Cézanne’s masterful paintings at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and pay homage to
...Boo! Philadelphia's Halloween-inspired Hotel Packages Are A Whole Lot Of Fun
Elvira Hosts Philly’s Biggest Halloween Party of The Year
An Elvira-hosted Halloween party, Terror Behind the Walls at Eastern State Penitentiary and a reading of The Raven at the Edgar Allan Poe National Historical Site are just a few of the reasons why fans of the ghoulish holiday—conveniently taking place on a Friday this year—should spend the weekend in
...Philly's More Impressionistic
More Than 250 Renoir Masterpieces On View Exclusively In Philadelphia This Fall
Fans of Pierre-Auguste Renoir can delight in two stunning exhibitions of the artist’s works this fall in Philadelphia. Visitors are encouraged to combine a trip to the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s exclusive showing of the Renoir Landscapes exhibition with a stop at the legendary Barnes Foundation, home to the largest
...Philly Music All Summer Long
Headline Performers, Free Concerts And Music Festivals Make Philly A Sound Vacation Choice For Summer 2008
Philly is known for its great music and legendary artists, and summer 2008 will showcase the great sounds of the city. From a super-sized outdoor jazz festival to a Fourth of July concert that’s the stuff of “Legend,” this summer promises to be music to the ears. Here are some
...Quest For Freedom Features New Summer Tours, Exhibitions Throughout Historic Philadelphia
Programs Highlight Underground Railroad And The Free Black Community in Philadelphia
This summer’s Philadelphia Quest for Freedom will feature new programs, tours and exhibitions, including Black Hands, Blue Seas at the Independence Seaport Museum and Black Founders at the Library Company of Philadelphia, exploring the story of the region’s Underground Railroad and early African American history. Now in its second year,
...Philly's More Fun When You Sleep Over® This Summer
Blockbuster Events Make Philadelphia The Hottest Destination To Visit In Summer 2006
Philly’s always “more fun when you sleep over,” but it will be especially fun this summer as the city packs the warm-weather months with a host of blockbuster events, including the return of Cirque du Soleil, a brand new installation at the Philadelphia Zoo and America’s birthday celebration on the
...10 Ways To Wake Up In Philly
Find A Hotel Package For Every Mood
With so much to do in Philadelphia, visitors will want to sleep over so they don’t miss a thing. And with pleasant weather ushering in even more events—and a hotel package that gives guests a $50 gift—there’s even more to fit into a Philly trip. Fortunately, there are a number
...Philadelphia Invites Canadian Snowbirds To Take A Philly Break
Exhibitions, Events And Exclusive Hotel Offers Make Philly A Welcoming Destination
Philadelphia is inviting Canadian snowbirds to roost for a night or two in the city on their return migration from Florida. With record-breaking snowfalls recorded this winter in Toronto and Montreal, winter escapees will likely return to snow-covered homes in March and April. Center City Philadelphia is just minutes away
...Historic Philadelphia: An Affordable Summer Getaway
Find Plenty Of Fun In Philly For Free—Or For Close To $10 Per Person
In Historic Philadelphia, some of the country’s most significant historic sites—many of which are free or low-cost, perfect for families and educational for all—share the neighborhood with trendy shops, modern restaurants and buzzing nightclubs. Affordable hotel packages with free parking and transportation options, including 50% off Amtrak, make a good
...Fireworks, History And Fun In Historic Philadelphia For July 4
Concerts, Fireworks And Authentic U.S. History Take Center Stage For Sunoco Welcome America!, June 28-July 6
Throughout the year, Historic Philadelphia is a lively destination where visitors shop, dine and delve into America’s past. But from Saturday, June 28 through Sunday, July 6, the neighborhood where our nation was founded is transformed into celebration central for Sunoco Welcome America!, the city’s annual nine-day marathon celebrating America’s
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Experience Democracy Firsthand During Philadelphia's Presidential Summer
Vote For A Summer Vacation In Philly
Presidential politics have been simmering in Philadelphia since George Washington’s Executive Mansion was here in the 1790s. And, in 2008, as the race among Senators John McCain, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama heats up, the city offers a unique mix of presidential happenings that are affordable, educational and fun. After
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In Historic Philadelphia, History Gets A Fun And Interactive Twist
Dozens of Historic Sites Make Learning Fun
Historic Philadelphia is home to many of the most significant historic sites in the country. From the original Independence Hall to the modern National Constitution Center, each place plays a pivotal role in telling the city’s—and the nation’s—story. Here is just a sampling of the don’t-miss attractions found here:
American
...Carousels Make The Summer Go Round In Philadelphia
Philly’s More Fun For Kids Of All Ages With New And Historic Carousels
This year, Philadelphia will be more amusing than ever, with the addition of a couple familiar names to the popular Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel at Franklin Square, the debut of a Muppet-go-round at Sesame Place and the restoration of an 100-year-old carousel at the new Please Touch Museum. Here’s what’s
...Plenty To Do In Philly Before And After The Galileo Exhibition
After Star-gazing With Galileo, Museum-goers Can Find More Fun In Philly
After exploring the Galileo, the Medici and the Age of Astronomy exhibition, appearing only in Philadelphia, only in 2009 (April 4 through September 7, 2009 at The Franklin Institute Science Museum), visitors are encouraged to spend a night or two and enjoy other exhibitions and events in the region.
...Artist Barkley L. Hendricks And Friends Show Off Philly's Cool Side
Hendricks And His Pals Pick Their Top Spots Around The City
The following itinerary is available on gophila.com/barkleyhendricks.
LOCATION: Historic Philadelphia, Center City and North Philadelphia
TRANSPORTATION: On foot, by taxi or car
DURATION: Two nights and two days
Note: Locations picked by Barkley and friends are indicated as such. Other places are suggestions of the tourism office.
Philly’s flavors,
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Dear Hispanic Traveler Y Familia, Celebrate Your Heritage In Philadelphia
Philly’s Hispanic Heritage Month Features 26th Annual Feria del Barrio, Puerto Rican Day Parade & Maria From Sesame Place
A major art exhibition, a Puerto Rican parade and grassroots community events are all in the works for Philadelphia’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, taking place from September 15 to October 15, 2009. Those wishing to experience the culture and charisma of the city’s large Latino community will find plenty of
...Many Of Philly's Finest Attractions Are Free—Or Almost
Places To Go And Things To Do For Visitors On A Budget
When it comes to visiting Philadelphia, some of the best things to see and do are free—or close to it. For families and budget travelers eager to explore the region, that’s great news. Check out the city’s many low-cost or no-cost attractions, including historic Independence Hall, free student recitals at
...Philly Tourism Office Staff Picks
The Ultimate Insiders Dish On Their Philly Favs
DONNA SCHORR, a young-at-heart Baby Boomer
Director of Communications
Yes, I take a train ride to the city every day, and at this age, I’m no expert on late night clubbing. But I’ve lived in or near Philly for decades (never mind how many), and I can tell you a
...Philadelphia And The Countryside® News
Exclusive Exhibitions, Annual Events, A Museum Opening And More
Fall 2008:
25th Annual Feria Del Barrio
The annual Feria del Barrio is one of Philadelphia’s largest celebrations of Latino music and culture, bringing together thousands of residents to celebrate 25 years of arts, education and community. The free, family-friendly day, held this year on September 7, 2008,
Philadelphia Engagement Of Disney's The Lion King Extended Into September!
Tickets for Performances August 15 through September 10 at the Academy of Music Go on Sale Sunday, March 5 at 9AM
Due to popular demand, Disney Theatrical Productions and Kimmel Center Presents Cadillac Broadway at the Academy have extended the Philadelphia engagement of Disney’s THE LION KING through the summer of 2006 at the Academy of Music. Tickets for performances August 15 through September 10, 2006 will go on sale Sunday,
...Philadelphia's Top News And Events For 2008
History, Museums, Sports, Music And More In 2008
Openings:
- Please Touch Museum and Centennial District – When it opens on October 18, 2008, the children’s museum’s new location in Fairmount Park’s Memorial Hall—a National Historic Landmark built in 1876 for the Centennial Exhibition—will boast three times more space for exhibitions and programs. Just outside the museum,
Jazzin’ It Up In Philly
Jam Sessions, Special Concerts And Events Make Philly A Year-Round Hot Spot For Cool Jazz
Music loversand gardening fans will find lots to groove to when "Jazz it Up," this year’s edition of the Philadelphia Flower Show, rolls into the Pennsylvania Convention Center from March 2-9, 2008. And after strolling through floral displays that re-create familiar New Orleans scenes and enjoying live jazz performances taking
...gophila.com Goes All Out For Hometown Artist Barkley Hendricks' Retrospective Exhibit
Site’s Cool Features Include A Barkley & Friends Itinerary, Slideshow, Videos, Related Happenings & More
Barkley Hendricks’ fans coming to Philadelphia for the hometown art legend’s first major career retrospective, Barkley L. Hendricks: Birth of the Cool, can plan their trip at gophila.com/philly360, where they’ll find exhibition details, a Barkley and Friends tour of Philadelphia, a photo slideshow, videos, hotel package offers and more.
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Ten Best Bets For Philly Visitors In 2010
Major Expansions, Modernizations And Exhibitions Make 2010 A Year To Remember
As the first decade of the new millennium winds to a close, some of Philadelphia’s most venerated cultural and historical institutions are gearing up to spend the coming decade newly energized and outfitted for a tech-savvy, sophisticated new generation of visitors. Throughout Historic Philadelphia, Center City and Philadelphia’s countryside, tourist
...Going Beyond Barkley Hendricks In Philadelphia Is Beyond Cool
Plenty To See And Do For Those Inspired By Barkley Hendricks’ First Career Retrospective On View In His Hometown Of Philly This Fall
From his iconic life-sized portraits to compelling Jamaican landscapes, native son Barkley L. Hendricks’ works come to Philadelphia’s Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) for an exclusive fall engagement. Birth of the Cool is Hendricks’ first career retrospective, and from October 17 to January 3, art aficionados can visit
...Fashion & Design Events Make Philly An In-Vogue Destination In October
In Store: First-ever Fashion Week, 450 Design Events, French Frocks And A Designer Hotel
Philadelphia is making a statement this fall with top-notch style and design events the aesthetically inclined won’t want to miss. For fashionistas, there’s the first-ever Philadelphia Fashion Week, two exhibitions at the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s Perelman Building featuring the work of a who’s who of fashion greats and the
...Dear Grown-ups, Philly Has Plenty Of Nighttime Fun For You
Outdoor Movies, Winery Concerts, Museum Happy Hours And Drag Nights Offer Alternatives To The Bustling Bar Scene In Philly
There’s always a ton of fun and fabulous things to do on any given night in Philadelphia—hip bars, luxurious lounges, indie rock haunts and electric clubs. But visitors looking for more variety in the nightlife scene have plenty of choices as well, such as dance lessons, drag shows, movie showings,
...Dear Foodies: Culinary Happenings Galore Offer Plenty Of Mouthwatering Reasons To Visit Philadelphia
Food-focused Tours, Festivals And Classes Tempt Taste Buds In Philadelphia And The Countryside®
When foodies hit the road, they take their passion for farmers markets, culinary tours and tasting experiences with them. Whether it’s called culinary tourism or just plain fun, the chance to see, smell and taste the best of local gastronomy is a big attraction, and it’s getting bigger. The 2009
...Historic Philadelphia Stays Active From Day Into Night
Family-Friendly Fun And Trendy Clubs Combine To Satisfy All Interests
As daylight turns to twilight, Historic Philadelphia turns hip and happening with after-hours fun for the under-21 and over-21 sets. From early evening until the wee, small hours, the area situated between Front and 7th Streets and Race and Spruce Streets buzzes with family-friendly evening fun and sizzles with
...The Roots Kick Off Philly's Black Music Month Celebration
June Concerts Are Music To The Ears Of Those Looking For A Harmonious Summer Weekend
This June, Philadelphia will celebrate Black Music Month with events and shows featuring many genres of music, including jazz, hip hop, rap and more. Started in 1979 with the help of the city’s famed songwriter and record producer Kenny Gamble, Black Music Month in Philly kicks off on June 6
...Discover The Only-in-Philadelphia Galileo Exhibtion And All Of Your Philly Travel Planning Needs At gophila.com/galileo
Visitors Can Plan A Philly Adventure From Start To Finish
History buffs, science enthusiasts, art lovers and Galileo fans eager to visit Philadelphia for the Galileo, The Medici and The Age of Astronomy exhibition—making its exclusive stop at The Franklin Institute Science Museum, April 4-September 7, 2009—need look no further than gophila.com/galileo, a specially created section on the Philadelphia’s
...Collecting Art In Philly Is Accessible And Fun
Art Schools, Galleries And Collaboratives Make The City An Ideal Place To Start A Collection
The Philadelphia region is quickly gaining a national reputation for being an ideal place to buy art of all kinds and in all price ranges. The New York Times Style Magazine once called Philly’s art scene “more accessible and certainly more fun” than that of New York and Los Angeles.
...Cézanne’s Only In Philly And Only gophila.com/cezanne Gives Visitors All The Trip-Planning Details They Need
Plan A Parisian Adventure In Philly From Start To Finish
Art lovers eager to visit Philadelphia for the Cézanne and Beyond exhibition—making its exclusive world appearance at the Philadelphia Museum of Art through May 31, 2009—need look no further than gophila.com/cezanne, a specially created section on the Philadelphia region’s official tourism Web site that allows visitors to plan their
...Fact Sheet: Family-friendly Philly
Family Fun In Philadelphia
Historical Sites And Attractions:
- Wannabe sailors can spend the night in the nation’s most decorated battleship, the Battleship New Jersey, and take tours of the officers’ and crew’s mess halls, communications center and high-tech command center. 62 Battleship Place, Camden, (856) 877-6262, battleshipnewjersey.org
- The nation’s most famous seamstress, credited
Travel The World—Right In Philadelphia
Cézanne, Galileo, Riverdance And More Make Philly A Global City This Year
Those not planning an expensive trip across the Atlantic this year can spend a few days in Philadelphia—for a fraction of the cost but all of the fun. They can soak up art exhibitions and performances that will have them thinking they’re strolling along the Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris,
...More Than 35 Experiences Found Only In Philly
Hands-On Philly Fun For All Interests
Eat And Drink Your Way Through Philadelphia:
- It’s hard to say whether kids or adults have more fun at the fudge-and-candy parties at Betty’s Speakeasy. Large or intimate groups can schedule time to cut fudge, make candy, decorate cookies and gobble them up at the end of the party.
Philly Te Ama! Hispanic Arts And Culture Thrive In The City Of Brotherly Love
Philadelphia Attractions, Events And Tours Celebrate Hispanic Culture
Hispanic heritage thrives in Philadelphia, home to the second-largest Hispanic population in the Northeast. Because this market is the fastest growing ethnic group in the Philadelphia region, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, many new arts and cultural opportunities are emerging that celebrate Hispanic traditions. Those who wish to experience
...Gay Events Keep Philly Fab In 2009
The Region’s Lively Gay Scene Strikes A Pose All Year Long
Gay and lesbian travelers eager to get their “history straight” and “nightlife gay” will find an eclectic mix of fun and fabulous happenings in Philadelphia and The Countryside® throughout the year. Dance parties, drag shows, pride parades and cultural events are among the offerings for gay travelers in 2009. Here’s
...11 Reasons To Celebrate Black History Month In Philadelphia
Plenty Of February Happenings And A Great Hotel Package—What’s Not To Love?
Philadelphia celebrates African-American history 365 days a year, but things really heat up in February when the region’s museums, arts and cultural organizations and historic sites recognize Black History Month. One of the highlights of the city’s 2009 celebration is sure to be America I AM: The African American Imprint,
...New And Notable In Philadelphia And The Countryside® In 2009 And Beyond
Big-name Exhibitions, Two Bicentennials, Annual Events And More
Now Playing:
Survival Of The Fittest
The bicentennial of the birth of Charles Darwin prompted Philadelphia to name April 2008 through May 2009 the Year of Evolution. The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology leads the pack in honoring the scientist’s birthday with its innovative exhibition Surviving:
24 Places To Find Love In Philadelphia, The Place That Loves You Back
Hotspots For Singles And A Great Hotel Package—What’s Not To Love?
Thanks to its “City of Brotherly Love” and “Place That Loves You Back” monikers and the iconic Love sculpture that anchors Center City’s Love Park, Philadelphia has long been identified with that most euphoric of emotions. It should come as no surprise that hundreds of singles-friendly attractions across the region
...Philly Victorious Over Baltimore And Boston In Great Poe Debate—Just Prior To Author's 200th Birthday Celebration
New Exhibition At Edgar Allan Poe House Highlights Year-long Series Of Events
Just days before literary great Edgar Allan Poe’s 200th birthday on January 19, 2009, Philadelphia can finally claim Poe as its own. After a friendly two-year feud, Poe scholars from Philadelphia (Ed Pettit), Baltimore (Jeff Jerome) and Boston (Paul Lewis) debated this subject last evening at the Free Library
...Philly Loves (Lots Of Value Everywhere) A Deal
Affordable Attractions And A Great Hotel Package—What’s Not To Love?
A full wallet is one of the countless reasons to Love Philadelphia. Some of the best things to see and do here are free—or close to it—which is great news for families and budget travelers eager to explore the region. Check out the city’s many low-cost or no-cost attractions, including
...Philly Loves Cézanne
An Exclusive Exhibition And A Great Hotel Package—What’s Not To Love?
Cézanne is one of the countless reasons to Love Philadelphia. From February 26 through May 31, 2009, fans of the artist can see Cézanne and Beyond, appearing only at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, only in 2009.
Ever since the first posthumous exhibition of Cézanne’s works in 1907, artists have
...13 African-American Exhibitions And Events Not To Miss In Philly In 2009
Mark The Calendar For Two Seasons Full Of Exhibitions, Festivals And More
Travelers heading to Philadelphia this winter or spring will have a chance to immerse themselves in the region’s rich African-American history and culture thanks to an assortment of special events and exhibitions taking place in the city and beyond. During the course of both seasons, they can celebrate nearly 500
...Nine In ’09: Big Names In Philadelphia In 2009
Nine Events And Exhibitions Focus On Leaders In Art, History, Literature, Science—And Beer
2009 is going to be a blockbuster year in Philly thanks to nine big-name events and exhibitions focusing on leaders in art, history, literature, science and beer. Two only-in-Philadelphia exhibitions—Galileo, The Medici and The Age of Astronomy at The Franklin Institute Science Museum and Cézanne and Beyond at the
...New And Notable In Philadelphia And The Countryside® In 2008 And Beyond
Big-name Exhibitions, Two Bicentennials, Annual Events, A New Museum And More
Now Playing:
New $88 Million Children’s Museum
Taking kids to the Please Touch Museum® is a completely different experience since the museum moved to its new home in Fairmount Park in October 2008. Located in Memorial Hall—a National Historic Landmark built in 1876 for the Centennial Exhibition—the
Two Only-In-Philadelphia Exhibitions Explore The Stars And Beyond
Philadelphia Is The Exclusive Destination For Galileo, the Medici and the Age of Astronomy And Cézanne and Beyond
Museum fans are gearing up for the arrival of two major exhibitions making their exclusive appearances in Philadelphia. Cézanne and Beyond will be on view at the Philadelphia Museum of Art from February 26 through May 31, 2009, and Galileo, The Medici and The Age of Astronomy will be on
...Philly Te Ama: Eat, Dine And Explore To Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
An Art Exhibition, Parade And Festival Celebrate Hispanic Culture In September And October
A major art exhibition, a Puerto Rican parade and grassroots community events are all in the works for Philadelphia’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, taking place from September 15 to October 15, 2008. Those wishing to experience the culture and charisma of the city’s lively Latino community will find plenty of
...Gardens, Glorious Gardens In Philadelphia And The Countryside®
Philadelphia’s Flowers And Foliage Boast Beauty, Function And Fun
Much Ado About Arboretums
In part because the Quakers who settled in Pennsylvania were meticulous about identifying and cataloguing the forms of natural life they discovered here, the Philadelphia region is internationally recognized for its wealth of arboretums. Chestnut Hill’s Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania breaks ground this
Philly Gets Ready for a King-Sized Egyptian Celebration
Hotels, Restaurants and Attractions Make Royal Preparations to Welcome a Million Visitors
More than 3,000 years after his death, ancient Egyptian boy pharaoh King Tutankhamun is about to rule once again: this time his empire consists of Philadelphia and The Countryside™, and his reign will last not a decade, but seven months, from February 3 through September 30, 2007. The landmark exhibition,
...Tickets On Sale For 'Tutankhamun And The Golden Age Of Pharaohs,’ Opening At The Franklin Institute Science Museum In February 2007
Tickets for the final venue on the current U.S. tour of “Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs” at The Franklin Institute will become available for public purchase beginning at 10 a.m. EST today, Wednesday, Nov. 8. The exhibition marks the first time artifacts from King Tut's tomb will
...Bank of America Big Cat Falls At the Philadelphia Zoo
Big Cats are Back in May 2006!
Big cats are back in May 2006 with the opening of the Philadelphia Zoo’s new, $20 million Bank of America Big Cat Falls! This new Zoo experience will create a stunning landscape of lush habitats and waterfalls where guests will come face to face with nearly 20 endangered big cats
...Grace Kelly's Wedding Dress In Philly For 50th Anniversary Show
Three Fashion Exhibits & Tax-Free Clothing Shopping Make For A Great Spring Weekend
In celebration of the 50th wedding anniversary of Grace Kelly and Prince Rainier of Monaco, the Philadelphia Museum of Art will display Fit for a Princess: Grace Kelly’s Wedding Dress, featuring the bride’s dress, shoes, headpiece, veil and prayer book, April 1 through May 21, 2006. The installation of
...If You Like Frida, You Might Also Like…
Plenty Of Options For Frida-philes Making A Weekend Out Of Their Visit To Philly To See Her Work In Its Only East Coast Showing
It’s the first time in 15 years that a major exhibition of Frida Kahlo’s art has toured the U.S., and from February 20 through May 18, the Philadelphia Museum of Art is the only East Coast museum where art lovers can view her groundbreaking paintings. Those who would like to
...uwishunu® Showcases Philadelphia Artists At Home And Across The Country
Philly Blog Teams Up With Traveling Exhibition Throughout 2008
To spread the buzz about Philadelphia’s newly emerging contemporary art movement, uwishunu®, a tourism initiative created by the Greater Philadelphia Tourism Marketing Corporation (GPTMC) and funded by the City of Philadelphia, is connecting with the Big Kids/Little Kids traveling exhibition, chronicling the first eight years of this emerging art scene
...Every Night Is A Good Night In Philly
Belly Dancing, Drag Queens And Movie Nights Mean There’s Never A Dull Moment
On any night of the week, there are countless things to do after dark in Philadelphia. From an upscale happy hour at a renowned museum to movies with a side of beer to cabarets with a little of everything, nights in Philly fit any mood. Here is a sample of
...Star Wars Makes Its Final East Coast Landing In Philadelphia
Plus, Regional Attractions Open Up The Skies To Amateur Space Explorers Looking To Extend Their Philly Stay
With Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination making its final East Coast stop at Philadelphia’s Franklin Institute Science Museum, February 9 through May 4, 2008, fans of the wildly popular series will have a chance to see how the fantasy world created in the movies may one day become a
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