Development Old Synagogue on North Broad at Center of New Construction Plan Two classical landmarks in North Philly have been a synagogue and college, a high-end sneaker store, and a shelter for disadvantaged youth. Their next acts will be at the center of a new residential construction project
Development Historic Grounds of Lindenwold Castle Under Siege In March 2019, bulldozers began tearing into the grounds of Lindenwold Castle in Ambler, built with the profits from an asbestos factory. High end housing and a luxury retirement community is planned for the site.
City Life On South Broad, Former Lippincott Mansion Hits the Right Note Stacia Friedman takes us inside one of South Broad Street’s most mysterious and magnificent historic mansions.
History At 18th & Spruce, the More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same Stacia Friedman traces the history of 18th and Spruce Streets to show how urban intersections evolve over time
City Life There’s No Place Like Home: Unlocking a Door to the Past on Spruce Street Stacia Friedman rediscovers her family’s former home through the building’s history
Art & Design Jewelry Designer Adds Flair to Old Stable in East Passyunk An old horse stable in South Philly finds a new function in the fashion world. Stacia Friedman takes a look inside
Architecture Renovations at William Way Look to the Future While Preserving the Past Big changes are in the works for William Way Community Center thanks to a $1 million grant from the Commonwealth’s Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program. Stacia Friedman has the details
History Settlement Houses: Doing Good in the Neighborhood Stacia Friedman takes a look at Philadelphia’s long tradition of providing social welfare and education through settlement houses, some of which still serve communities today
