History

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.

We're talking about the role of Hessian soldiers in the American Revolution. Plus, an astonishing recent discovery at the site of a 1777 battle.

“In the Arena” demonstrates how sports exemplify the U.S. Constitution’s Freedom of Assembly.

To honor the nation’s 250th anniversary, the free history program in Chester County will have a theme: “13 Tours for 13 Colonies.”

Ahead of America250 celebrations, historically accurate window treatments “contribute to the authenticity” of famed building.

Linguist Valerie Fridland guides us through the history of accents and why certain ones stick while others disappear, and what they reveal about power, identity and belonging.

Benjamin Franklin wore many hats – one of his earliest ones was serving as America’s first postal leader.

Forty years later, a look back at what caused the Chernobyl disaster, and its continued impact on nuclear safety.

“The First Salute” pulls artifacts from Sint Eustatius to tell the “hidden” story of the colonies’ crucial island allies.

The citywide project asked 45 artists to exhibit new work rooted in craft heritage for America's 250th anniversary.

From Penn Carey Law School, a look at three consequential SCOTUS rulings. As The Court evolves with our democracy, how do generations view constitutional rights and ideals?

The Academy of Natural Sciences and the Mütter Museum have exhibitions about the role of plants in nation building.

In “A Nation of Artists,” the two institutions take different paths to represent 250 years of American creativity.