History The Artful Evolution Of Standard Hall The Shadow stops by Penn’s Landing Post Office in Queen Village where a former produce market became an incubating space for playwrights and performers
History Time Travel At Trader Joe’s Reveals Tuxedos & Snazzy Shoes The Shadow makes a run to Trader Joe’s where fine footwear and totally awesome 1980s tuxedos kept things classy at 2121 Market Street
History A Mid-century Mirage At 13th & Lombard The Shadow slips behind the stucco of this illusive apartment building to reveal nearly a century of commercial occupation
History Oscar’s Tavern Still Parties Like It’s 1972 The Shadow saddles up to the bar at Oscar’s Tavern where the spirit of “Old Philadelphia” is as effervescent as their lagers
History Trading Brake Pads For Ballet Slippers On South Broad Street The Shadow waltzes through the history of an old auto dealership in South Philly that has been a hub of classical dance training for over 30 years
Architecture The Lasting Mark Of An Architect/Developer The Shadow has the lowdown on an old office building at 22nd and Chestnut Street that was designed by one of Philly’s first architects to play the role of real estate developer
Architecture Mid Mod Façade On Chestnut Conceals History Of Wheels The Shadow uncovers a 97-year-old Center City auto dealership that has no problem changing with the times
History Little Corner at 10th & Market Reveals Big Legacy Reading Terminal, Philadelphia Mint, Drexel Institute–all prominent landmarks built by contractor Charles McCaul. The Shadow uncovers the little-known legacy of the big time builder at a nail salon on 10th Street