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The Story of Philadelphia’s Iconic Italian Market

For locals, this spot is primarily known as a place where you can find "fairly priced" goods,...
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The Storied History of a Philadelphia Newspaper

This publication is one of the oldest in the U.S. to originate from the City of Brotherly...
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Stories of Philadelphia Designers

These individuals stand among the finest in their field, hailing from the City of Brotherly Love. Their...
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Aramark: From Peanut Sales to Food Service Giant

The founders of Aramark were complete strangers until fate brought them together. Their story is a testament...
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James Wright: A Tycoon’s Journey from Accountant to Philanthropist and Edison Electric Illuminating Director

James Good Wright was born and raised right here in Philadelphia. He kicked off his career as...
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Stephen Girard: Banker and Philanthropist

Stephen Girard passed away on December 26, 1831. At the time of his death, he was the...
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The Ups and Downs of Philadelphia’s “Lorraine Apartments”

The story of Philadelphia's "Lorraine Apartments," also known as the "Divine Lorraine," began in 1892. That year,...
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The Storied History of The Bellevue-Stratford Hotel

Philadelphia's iconic "The Bellevue-Stratford Hotel," located at the corner of Broad and Walnut Streets, first opened its...
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The History of the Postal Service in Philadelphia

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The development of the postal service in the United States is deeply connected to Philadelphia. It was here that the Second Continental Congress brought...

The History of the Philadelphia Mint

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The United States established its own national monetary system in 1792. Before that, foreign coins, various currencies, and money issued by individual states were...

Biography of Artist Leroy Johnson

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Self-taught Philadelphia artist Leroy Johnson passed away in 2022. He described himself as an urban expressionist because his work incorporated many fragments he found...

The Story of a Famous Journalist

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This native of the City of Brotherly Love grew up without a father in very difficult conditions, but even this did not prevent him...
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