Preservation

A Philadelphia judge blocked the sale of Painted Bride’s building, citing protection of an ‘irreplaceable’ mosaic. The case is in Commonwealth Court now.

A holistic approach is necessary for Philadelphia to create a more equitable historical preservation process, writes grassroots preservationist Dana Fedeli.

In addition to hosting Stevie Wonder and David Bowie, Sigma Studios is where Philadelphia International Records – the Gamble, Huff, and Bell label – got its start.

The homebuilding company did not say why it was no longer considering the Plymouth Meeting location, which includes three historic structures and wetlands.

Citing imminent danger of collapse, the Philadelphia Historical Commission recommended the demolition of St. Laurentius church’s twin spires.

Rents in the iconic former dairy will start at $925 for a studio and $1,750 for a two-bedroom.

Not all Italian Americans want statues of Christopher Columbus to represent their familial history.

The Philadelphia Historical Commission and Philadelphia Art Commission – are the legacy of systemic racism and racial exclusion.

Delia King is among the 100 Delco residents displaced by Tropical Storm Isaias. “One day you’re fine,” she said. “The next day — boom — it’s gone.”

The West Philadelphia institution will receive a $135,000 grant to help cover the new director’s salary and the costs of searching for the new full-time director.

A bitterly fought-over Fishtown icon will survive at least another month after heated debate over whether the crumbling landmark can be saved.

Amidst the weeks of protests, an old conversation has gained new traction: what do we do with our monuments to slaveholders and other problematic historical figures?

The group behind the campaign wants to buy the Black artist’s house and transform it into a creative hub for North Philadelphia.

People damaged historic buildings in the aftermath of protest. Let’s not mourn. Instead, think about the values and stories we tell with our architecture.

Preservationist Paul Steinke rediscovers the wondrous yet fragile beauty of his West Philadelphia neighborhood, taking readers to 8 Garden Court sites.