History

The Liberty Bell is nice, but Philadelphia has many other stories to tell.

Henry Tetlow helped shape America’s cosmetics industry with more affordable — less caustic — face powders before his company collapsed into a family feud.

The educational tool provides information about more than a dozen historical sites connected with the American Revolution.

From the classic “1776” to a play set entirely in Lincoln’s grave, Philly theater fans have lots of history-related shows to choose from.

After 275 years, Pennsylvania Hospital is still carrying out its mission to care for the sick, poor and mentally ill throughout the city.

The exhibit features multimedia installations created by 10 local artists that bring to life the once-obscure underground corridors of the water system.

Thaddeus Kosciuszko’s house on Pine St. is less than 900 sq. ft., but his impact on the American Revolution was much bigger.

What do cattle, railroads and neon motels have in common? They helped shape the barrier island’s evolution into a summer vacation destination.

Who are the billionaires redrawing the maps of our media ecosystem? What will change if some of the biggest names in entertainment and news fall under the same umbrella?

The latest event in the series recounted Haiti’s fight for independence and how Haitian immigrants led to Philly’s role as capital of the catering industry.

To mark Pennsylvania Hospital’s 275th anniversary, archivist Stacey Peeples is leading its transition into a museum for the public, open May 8.

While you’re celebrating the important women in your life this weekend, you can thank Philly-based Anna Jarvis, who created the holiday over 100 years ago.

The third annual Philly Opener kicks off what tourism leaders say will be a "once-in-a-generation year of history."

Highlights from the Jay T. Snider collection of Benjamin Franklin are on display at The Library Company of Philadelphia, before heading to auction at Sotheby’s.

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania traces colonists' fractured, decadeslong shift from loyalty to rebellion.