Historic Philadelphia adding 10 new performers for 2026
From Philly and the Pa. suburbs to South Jersey and Delaware, what would you like WHYY News to…
Next ‘Firstival’ recognizes America’s original abolitionist society
As Black History Month continues through February, the Philadelphia Historic District’s “52 Weeks of Firsts” will reflect for…
Victory Brewing is making a Philly First ale for America’s 250th birthday
Victory Brewing Co. is toasting the nation’s milestone birthday with a limited-edition ale. The semiquincentennial beer is a…
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…
Jewish Historic Philadelphia Leader Helps Bring in US’ 250th Anniversary in Style
Amy Needle, second from left, during the “First Professional Basketball League” presentation. (Photo credit: Andrew Maimon) Amy Needle…
Jewish Historic Philadelphia Leader Helps Bring in US’ 250th Anniversary in Style
Amy Needle, second from left, during the “First Professional Basketball League” presentation. (Photo credit: Andrew Maimon) Amy Needle…
The first professional basketball league features in next ‘Firstival’
Springfield, Massachusetts is celebrated as the birthplace of basketball, but Philly is where the sport’s first professional league…
Philly unveils 22 Liberty Bell replicas for America’s 250th anniversary
By Metro Philadelphia Philadelphia marked the countdown to the nation’s 250th anniversary with the unveiling of 22 artist-designed…
Philly unveils 22 Liberty Bell replicas for America’s 250th anniversary
By Metro Philadelphia Philadelphia marked the countdown to the nation’s 250th anniversary with the unveiling of 22 artist-designed…
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…
Philly firsts: The National Basketball League introduced professional basketball to America in 1898
Philadelphia’s reputation as an intense environment for professional athletes has been a source of pride for its fans…
Mummers parade struts in for the second Saturday Firstival
New Year’s Day, and its Mummers Parade festivities, have come and gone. The confetti, beads and empty bottles…