Preservation Historic Designation Committee To Consider West Philly District, Institute For Colored Youth, And Churches Starr Herr-Cardillo has the details on local register nominations up for consideration at the April meeting of the Philadelphia Historical Commission’s Designation Committee
Architecture Unlisted Philadelphia: Banca Bozzelli Ben Leech spotlights unique and significant buildings not listed on the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places with his architectural illustration series, Unlisted Philadelphia. In this installment, a priceless Italian-American landmark in the heart of Bella Vista.
Photography Bearing Witness To Destruction On Christian Street This summer contributor Mickey Herr recorded the slow demolition of Christian Street Baptist Church from the beginning to the end. In this photo essay she shares what it was like to watch a 128-year-old neighborhood landmark being reduced to rubble
Preservation Two PA Historical Markers At A Loss In South Philly In Bella Vista, demolishing the homes of two notable Philadelphians leave historical markers with nothing but memory to commemorate. Michael Bixler takes a look
History Italian Market Project Puts Fresh Eyes On A Philly Staple The Italian Market Project mixes a walking tour with Philly-accented theater in a fun, immersive experience. Mickey Herr has the details
Preservation Neighbors Vote “No” On Christian Street Church Proposal A new design proposal to demolish and develop the site of Christian Street Baptist Church is met with unanimous disapproval from neighbors. Starr Herr-Cardillo has the story
Development A Field Guide To Demolition Peter Woodall spotlights specific building types facing the most development pressure in four high-profile neighborhoods
History Renovations In Bella Vista Reveal Barber Supply And Bootlegging Biz The Shadow takes a spin around the old Via Bicycle shop on 9th Street where a barber supply company peddled boozy contraband during Prohibition
