History

Immaculate Conception Chapel at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary is one of several historic, architecturally significant places honored by a Philadelphia-based nonprofit.

The city and activists have vowed to continue the legal fight to restore the original panels that focused on the nine enslaved people held by George Washington at the site.

El muralista Christian Kanienberg afirma que le interesa “más crear obras de arte que, simplemente, resultan ser murales capaces de suscitar conversaciones”.

Scientists say rising temperatures and intense storms will become more likely because of human-caused climate change.

The project takes a focused look at the contributions of Black trailblazers who contributed to the foundation of the city and country from 1776 to 2026.

Wilmington took down the bronze memorial to the long-revered signer of the Declaration of Independence during racial unrest in 2020.

From potatoes named “Spudjamin Franklin” to a George Washington trampoline, here’s ten of the weirdest homages for the U.S.’ big birthday.

Fourth of July is over. What’s next for Philly? Historians share their takes.

The exhibit remains half-restored as local leaders consider their next moves after a federal appeals court ruled in favor of the Trump administration.

After storms forced attendees to evacuate, the concert resumed around midnight with a shortened performance by The Roots, followed by fireworks.

The competition boasted 22 pets donning a range of red, white and blue attire.

Muralist Christian Kanienberg says he’s “more interested in creating pieces of art that just happen to be murals that are conversation starters.”

The Continental Congress voted for independence two days earlier, but the Declaration transformed July 4 into a lasting national symbol.

The first U.S.-born pope accepted an award from Philly’s National Constitution Center

In celebration of America’s big birthday, we’re spotlighting revolutionary people, places and events across our region.