History
Jane Golden to step down from Mural Arts Philadelphia
Golden will stay on through 2026 to see 15 major projects to completion in time for the nation’s semiquincentennial.
3 months ago
Listen 1:37Court reinstates Columbus Day, but all agree there should be an Indigenous Peoples Day
A Pennsylvania court ruled former Mayor Kenney lacked authority to rename the holiday. What comes next?
4 months ago
Bristol archive initiative is documenting the history of the borough’s Puerto Rican community
Joel Berrocal, executive director of the National Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce, is teaming up with Grundy Library to collect stories from Bristol’s Puerto Rican community.
4 months ago
Listen 1:52‘A feast for your ears’: Century-old Lansdowne Theater set to return as concert hall
The historic theater in Delaware County is set to open its doors Aug. 22 for the first time in nearly 40 years.
4 months ago
Listen 0:53The statue of the late mayor will be removed from storage, repaired, refurbished and relocated to an undisclosed location.
4 months ago
Listen 1:1650 years and over 15,000 interviews: The history and legacy of WHYY’s ‘Fresh Air’
Terry Gross has helmed one of the longest-running interview programs in America, which has been embraced by generations of listeners.
4 months ago
Listen 5:59How we remember America’s past
More than a dozen exhibits about slavery at Independence National Historical Park could be removed or covered up in an effort by President Trump to "restore truth and sanity."
Air Date: August 5, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 51:35History on a half shell: How Philadelphia was built on oysters
In colonial Philadelphia, oysters were a uniquely democratic food.
4 months ago
Listen 2:41Tour guides bristle as Philly national park exhibits face Trump administration scrutiny
An executive order has prompted a review of Independence National Historical Park exhibits. Local tour guides say it threatens a truthful accounting of American history.
4 months ago
Organizers said they are concerned that the White House is trying to whitewash history ahead of semiquincentennial celebrations next year.
4 months ago
Spellbound: the power and paradox of charisma
In her new book "Spellbound," historian Molly Worthen explains how charisma is more about storytelling than charm.
Air Date: August 1, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 50:48Remember when swimsuits weren't allowed? A history of nude swimming
While it might be unbelievable today, boys were once required to swim nude at YMCA pools — yet some recall the experience with no shame.
4 months ago
Listen 11:14Phillies greats Dick Allen, Billy Wagner inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame
Seven-time All-Stars Dick Allen and Billy Wagner will forever be enshrined in Cooperstown for their legendary hitting and pitching achievements.
4 months ago
Listen 1:28Studio 2 Extra: The Italian Market’s history and future
The "Our Market Project" aims to restore, celebrate and advocate for the preservation and livelihood of Philadelphia's longstanding and beloved Italian Market.
Air Date: July 25, 2025 12:00 pm
Listen 14:26Opera Philadelphia will take over Macy’s this fall
Philadelphia Visitor Center will also bring the Wanamaker Light Show back for the holidays.
4 months ago
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