May 27, 2013
Few destinations capture the spirit of Memorial Day quite like our very own Independence Hall. The building that housed the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776 is an architectural ode to our nation’s freedom and those who defend the country’s independence. In honor of Memorial Day, we’d like to take a [...]
Read more»May 24, 2013
Whose ready for a lovely long weekend? On account of the holiday weekend, we’re going to be heading out a little early today, but we wouldn’t leave without offering up our Memorial Day weekend edition of Weekend Picks. This weekend brings a wealth of phenomenal festivals, events, exhibitions, performances and more to occupy you throughout [...]
Read more»May 20, 2013
Ready for summertime, Philadelphia? Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start to the summer season (the first day of summer is June 21), but a great time to welcome longer days and balmy weather. A number of locations in Philadelphia and the countryside are hosting celebratory events in honor of the long weekend. Some of [...]
Read more»May 13, 2013
College lacrosse’s most talented stars will take up their game at Lincoln Financial Field this Memorial Day Weekend for the 2013 NCAA Men’s Lacrosse Championships. From Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27, semifinals and championships take over the NFL Eagles’ home turf for a fun-filled time for all. Cheer on your favorite team as [...]
Read more»May 28, 2012
Where better to celebrate the holiday that commemorates the courageous U.S. soldiers who have fallen defending our country than on Philadelphia’s Independence Mall, where nearly two-and-a-half centuries ago the Declaration of Independence was adopted at Independence Hall on July 4, 1776. Memorial Day is also the start to the summer season (woohoo!) That means it’s time to [...]
Read more»May 25, 2012
Staying in the city, or coming into town specially, this weekend? Don’t forget the brand new Barnes Foundation is a free-for-all all weekend long with round-the-clock activities, events and access to the world-renowned art collection. Just be sure to register in advance to reserve your preferred time slot. Check out hour-by-hour guide to the happenings, from live [...]
Read more»May 25, 2012
On account of the long holiday weekend, we’re going to be ducking out a little early today, but we wouldn’t leave you without our Memorial Day Weekend edition of Weekend Picks. It’s shaping up to be another excellent weekend in the city and we can’t tell you how excited we are to kick off summer… [...]
Read more»May 25, 2012
Saturday and Sunday May 26-27 this holiday weekend, the scenic Race Street Pier on the Delaware River Waterfront will be hosting fun Memorial Day celebrations to ring in summer 2012. Raices Culturales Latinoamericanas will present “Strong Roots: A Latin Arts Explosion” featuring live musical performances by Johnny Cruz’s Latin Jazz Ensemble, Zumba exercise sessions, cultural [...]
Read more»May 21, 2012
The Benjamin Franklin Parkway officially has another cultural gem on its tree-lined landscape, as the Barnes Foundation opened its doors this past Saturday, May 19 with a special gala. Now the general public can get in on the action with the official Opening Weekend celebration, May 26–28. There’s member programming at the museum all week [...]
Read more»May 27, 2011
This weekend’s holiday is cause for both reflection and celebration. As we commemorate the courageous U.S. soldiers who have fallen defending our country, it’s important to consider and honor some of the things and ideals they were fighting for. And where better to do that than on Independence Mall, where nearly two-and-a-half centuries ago the [...]
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