Rogue, maskless Mummers kick off 2021 with ‘protest’ through South Philly

Performers in dazzling costumes wished smiling spectators well along the parade route Wednesday morning.

The significance of Philadelphia’s Mummers tradition was the focal point of a WHYY News and Free Library of Philadelphia community discussion.

WHYY and the Free Library of Philadelphia held a Bridging Blocks discussion Thursday on the Mummers, and how they want to shape the tradition for future generations.