Philadelphia 250

Richard and Betty James created the Slinky by accident. It was Betty who popularized the toy and ultimately made it one of the more popular creations.

The first U.S. Mint opened in Philly in 1792. Over 234 years later, the institution is still operating and celebrating its role in American finances.

The Academy of Natural Sciences was the first scientific society of natural history in America. 200 years later, it continues to spread scientific curiosity.

Is SEPTA getting there? At a West Philadelphia performance event, advocates celebrated the transit system while warning that another funding crisis looms.

Philadelphia schoolchildren made art for America’s 250th anniversary. Along the way, they learned about community.

The Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts has been inspiring our country’s creatives since 1805.

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

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.

The West Philly festival is turning the country’s 250th birthday into a celebration of Black movement.

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 PA Flax Project promotes the revitalization of the industry as a climate-friendly crop that could be used to make the sustainable plant-based fiber linen.

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.

The pivotal Revolutionary War site in the Philly suburbs hosted hundreds of people for live readings of the Declaration of Independence, a cannon fire demonstration and more.