Historic Designation For Suffragette Meeting House In Somerton
Victorian farmhouse designated nationally historic, reuse likely for Loudoun Mansion, NGT maps out path to protect 28 more gardens, House of Corrections in need of more space, a photography exhibit at the Barnes, and the marketing gimmick of renaming Columbus Boulevard > more
The Circuit To Make Big Connections In 2016
A look at the latest extensions to The Circuit, a walk-and-talk through Mt Airy, Boathouse Row to get LED lighting replaced, Divine Lorraine apartments now pre-leasing, and Penn Treaty Tower parcel up for sale > more
Delaware Ave Development Proposal Puts Maritime Supply Warehouse In A Corner
Time bought for the former Edward Corner Marine Merchandize Warehouse in a zoning meeting Wednesday night. Fishtown neighbors shot down developer Michael Samschick's large-scale mixed-use proposals for the three adjoining lots along Delaware Avenue. Contributor Stephen Stofka was there and has a few take-away recommendations for a less sprawling, more conscientious treatment of the blocks > more
Broad, Market, And The Wholesome City
Reflections on the laying of the cornerstone to City Hall, short film eavesdrops in on Philadelphians in motion, Samschick’s Delaware Avenue projects not too popular with residents, Rebuilding Together Philadelphia celebrates milestone, and community input for West Philly plan > more
Just How Viable Are The Plans For A Philly Wax Museum?
A mismatch of ambitions and location for museum still in early planning stages, MLK’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail” to be performed at Eastern state, wondering where Andy Reid’s replacement might want to move, and Plan Philly reveals new research tool > more
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