A Study In Modern Stewardship—Louis Kahn’s Esherick House, For Sale
With the 20th Century series beginning Friday, the Chestnut Hill Historical Society celebrates the mid-century modern homes throughout the neighborhood. Fátima Olivieri joins the owner of one, Louis Kahn's Esherick House, for a tour and backstory > more
Clarke’s Municipal Advertising Bill Passed, But Will Nutter Step In Line?
Legislation would allow municipal advertising, the new zoning code continues to be betrayed, Wanamaker rising in North Central, Knight Foundation announces Arts Challenge recipients, and “Eco Alley” coming to Germantown Avenue this weekend > more
Chestnut Hill’s Venturi Masterpiece “Changed America”
PBS to feature the Modernist building in new documentary, Bella Vista residents fear the end of Triangle Park, divergent aspirations for Philly environmentalists and shale supporters, and the Croydon begins renovations > more
Queen Lane Archaeology Dig Fails To Uncover Human Remains
Nothing really holding PHA back from proposed project, a look at the Central District plan, rising fortunes for North Central, new Willow Grove Avenue bridge design selected, and SEPTA gets the last of its new Silverliner Vs > more
Talking Fishtown With NKCDC Director Sandy Salzman
How a 4th generation Fistowner has offered a reset for her beloved neighborhood; a look at the effects, with infill development popping up on Frankford Avenue; who to blame for the loss of the Manayunk bike race; and the Woodmere Museum wants to show off two exhibits > more
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