Old City

Benstitute actor training

Old City's reenactors charm tourists with tidbits of American history. But first they undergo a weekslong training course

President's House slavery exhibits restored after judge imposes deadline

President's House restoration

Slavery exhibit at President's House must be restored by Trump administration, judge orders

Presidents House Opinion

Removal of slavery exhibit at President's House erases story of Ona Judge's escape from George Washington

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How Philadelphia became the sweet spot for America's iconic holiday candies

philly chocolate history

Philly's collar counties are backing the city's legal fight to restore the Presidents House exhibit

Presidents House lawsuit

National Park Service removes slavery exhibits from President's House amid pressure from Trump administration

President's House removal

Planned Elfreth's Alley park honors former resident who helped preserve the historic street

Dolly Ottey Park

Step into an 'alternate reality' when the Ministry of Awe opens at Manufacturer's National Bank on March 14

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Sonder closes its Philly rental properties as it abruptly goes out of business

Sonder Witherspoon Closure

Glowing minerals and a meteorite will now be on permanent display at the Science History Institute

Science History Institute minerals

President's House display on George Washington's slaves remains despite White House scrutiny – for now

President's House Site

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Philadelphia Caribbean Festival brings island feel to Delaware River waterfront

Philadelphia caribbean festival

Rally on Saturday aims to save Independence National Park exhibit threatened by Trump

President's House slavery

Vintage clothing store Snail to open in Old City, giving jeans, T-shirts and leather goods a 'second life'

Snail Vintage

Think you know about the Declaration of Independence? This July 4 quiz may humble you.

Independence Hall Quiz

Mac's Tavern, a bar part-owned by 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' stars, is closing after 15 years in Old City

Macs Tavern Closing

The Wardrobe to give away free clothes to formerly incarcerated people during monthly event

the wardrobe

Six-story art project to open in former Manufacturers' National Bank building in Old City in 2026

Ministry of Awe

Red, White, & Blue To-Do returns to Old City with parade, block party on July 2

Red White and Blue To Do

Chinese Lantern Festival returns June 20 to illuminate Franklin Square

At the Arden Theatre, 'Rent' can be watched from a couch

Couch seats Rent Arden

National Constitution Center to open two new galleries ahead of America's 250th birthday

Constitution Center Galleries

National Constitution Center offers Memorial Day weekend programming

Soul food restaurant Amina to replace SIN in Northern Liberties

Amina Northern Liberties

Rare trees named for Ben Franklin to be planted at Carpenters' Hall

Carpenters' Hall Franklinia trees

Museum of American Revolution plans major renovations to its discovery center

American Revolution museum renovations

Sewer project will close Market Street ramp to I-95 South for two weeks

Market Street I-95

Fork's new top chef wants to 'champion Philadelphia cuisine'

Sam Henzy Fork

Carpenters' Hall is hosting tea parties with a Dolley Madison impersonator

Dolley Madison tea

History buffs, here's your chance to portray 18th century Philadelphians

Historic Philadelphia actors

Science History Institute closing in December to add new exhibit, studio

Science History Institute renovations

Philadelphia Marathon 2024: Road closures, race courses maps and SEPTA detours

Philadelphia Marathon course closures

Olde Bar, which Jose Garces opened at the Old Original Bookbinder's location, closes its bar and restaurant

Olde Bar closing

Man caught on video setting fire outside Old City synagogue early Tuesday

Philly Synagogue Arson

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Costumed colonists will re-create the British occupation of Philly next month

Revolutionary War reenactment

It's Halloween all October at Franklin Square with Spooky Mini Golf, fountain light shows and free pumpkins for kids

franklin square spooky mini golf

A crack is discovered in the north-facing clock of Independence Hall's tower

Independence Hall clock

Road closures, SEPTA detours ramp up Tuesday ahead of presidential debate at National Constitution Center

Presidential Debate road closures

Rallies for contraception rights, Palestine and more are planned ahead of tonight's presidential debate

ICE Detention Bridge

Carpenters' Hall to commemorate 250th anniversary of First Continental Congress this fall with free performances

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Man, 33, fatally shot in Old City late Wednesday night, police say

Old City shooting

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Museum of the American Revolution to offer free admission to kids during Labor Day weekend

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