Philadelphia 250

Block parties, fireworks and a star-studded concert on the Ben Franklin Parkway are on the calendar for a celebratory summer.

“What Now: 2026” features 34 original premieres in visual and performing arts to “interrogate” America ahead of its semiquincentennial.

The Rockwood Museum pairs works by five regional artists with its historic collection to explore race, identity and who is included in “We the People.”

The event, hosted by WHYY and Penn’s McNeil Center, brought together a panel of students and educators to discuss the meaning of democracy.

The Chinese Lantern Fest usually features a traditional cultural experience. This year, it’s combining that with semiquincentennial moments.

Five panelists spoke at WHYY on Thursday, exploring the opportunities and challenges the city faces as America’s 250 celebrations include a packed sports schedule in Philly.

The educational tool provides information about more than a dozen historical sites connected with the American Revolution.

From the classic “1776” to a play set entirely in Lincoln’s grave, Philly theater fans have lots of history-related shows to choose from.

After 275 years, Pennsylvania Hospital is still carrying out its mission to care for the sick, poor and mentally ill throughout the city.

The exhibit features multimedia installations created by 10 local artists that bring to life the once-obscure underground corridors of the water system.

To mark Pennsylvania Hospital’s 275th anniversary, archivist Stacey Peeples is leading its transition into a museum for the public, open May 8.

“The Philly Killer exhibition,” as well as a second new exhibit called “Creating a City of Medicine,” are part of the city’s semiquincentennial celebrations.

The third annual Philly Opener kicks off what tourism leaders say will be a "once-in-a-generation year of history."

The Historical Society of Pennsylvania traces colonists' fractured, decadeslong shift from loyalty to rebellion.

“In the Arena” demonstrates how sports exemplify the U.S. Constitution’s Freedom of Assembly.