
History
Design for Philly’s new Harriet Tubman statue unveiled
The statue shows the fierce abolitionist and former slave as a reverent warrior for liberation.
1 year ago
Listen 1:12The Native American Advancement Corporation purchased 63 acres in Salem County to preserve and teach about Lenape people.
1 year ago
Listen 6:45A Philly family shares its huge collection of art by Dox Thrash
The renowned printmaker had befriended a blind boy from the neighborhood in North Philly. Now his descendants keep Thrash’s legacy alive.
1 year ago
SEPTA’s plan to demolish historic Ambler Freight House delayed — for now
In a town whose history is intertwined with a massive train accident, residents have clashed with SEPTA in an effort to preserve a relic of the Ambler Train Station.
1 year ago
For the second time this year, vandals have targeted the Newark area museum’s African American History Trail, this time with racist graffiti.
1 year ago
Listen 1:22After recent backlash, community members weigh in on Mütter Museum’s future
The museum’s new leadership recently removed online exhibits and videos in the name of an ethical review. The CEO resigned after two years into her tenure.
1 year ago
Listen 1:48Breast Cancer Treatment, The Electric Factory, Philadelphia City Council Election
It's Breast Cancer Awareness month and we discuss new treatments and changing guidelines. Plus, celebrating Philadelphia's iconic Electric Factory.
Air Date: October 18, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:38The tribute runs October through February, with imagery, walking tours, interactive games, and discussion salons.
2 years ago
It took place annually from 1971 through 1998, when it folded because it had inspired so many copycats.
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Delaware celebrates its influence on hip-hop with 50th anniversary summit
More than a thousand people gathered at the Delaware Art Museum for a hip-hop summit celebrating the genre’s history.
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Listen 1:04The Philly ‘heiress’ who died from an illegal abortion, sending a saloon manager to jail
The 1955 case of Doris Jean Ostreicher became a media sensation, and ended up sending a saloon manager and his wife to jail.
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These prominent Philadelphia landmarks are still named after Christopher Columbus
Here’s a look at the most prominent markers to Christopher Columbus in Philadelphia, and an update on efforts to change them.
2 years ago
New eyewitness accounts are raising questions about the FBI’s secretive 2018 dig for a legendary cache of Civil War-era gold.
2 years ago
‘Fun with Franklin’: An Old City event re-enacts Ben Franklin’s arrival to Philly 300 years ago
The American Philosophical Society hired actors to honor the 300th anniversary of Benjamin Franklin’s first day in Philadelphia.
2 years ago
Listen 1:08Burlington County Prison Museum is restoring decades-old graffiti created by prisoners
The $2.9 million conservation project began in May and includes a new roof and other masonry work at the museum.
2 years ago
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