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On the Waterfront: Chronicling the Lives of Philly’s Black Seamen
History

On the Waterfront: Chronicling the Lives of Philly’s Black Seamen

Keshler Thibert explores the history of African American sailors and dock workers on the Delaware River

Ghost Signs of Philadelphia: Maritime Phantoms in Old City
History

Ghost Signs of Philadelphia: Maritime Phantoms in Old City

Jordan Keiffer tracks down the history behind old advertisements in his monthly column, Ghost Signs of Philadelphia. In this installment, sailing the high seas of nautical history

Plans for Park at Penn’s Landing Move Forward
Development

Plans for Park at Penn’s Landing Move Forward

A cafe, gardens, and a cap on I-95 are among the amenities promised in reimagining Penn’s Landing. Kimberly Haas has an update on the project’s progress and timetable

History for Sale: Piers 38 and 40 Hit the Market
History

History for Sale: Piers 38 and 40 Hit the Market

Bidding begins on South Philadelphia’s most prominent piers. Ed Duffy takes a look back at the origins of the site

Anticipated Development Gains Momentum on Delaware River Waterfront
Development

Anticipated Development Gains Momentum on Delaware River Waterfront

Long-standing plans for the Delaware River’s central waterfront are finally coming into view

West Shipyard Archaeological Dig Hosts Public Tour This Friday
Preservation

West Shipyard Archaeological Dig Hosts Public Tour This Friday

An archaeological exploration of Philadelphia’s lost waterfront is now underway. On Friday, July 26 the site will be open to the public for a behind-the-scenes tour of the dig. Kimberly Haas has the story

Northern Liberties Couple Digs History After Unearthing Artifacts Beneath Their Home
Preservation

Northern Liberties Couple Digs History After Unearthing Artifacts Beneath Their Home

Matt and Melissa Dunphy dug deep into the world of amateur archeology after discovering a Colonial-era privy while renovating their home. Michele Zipkin has the story

Archeological Dig Will Explore Philly’s Pre-colonial Waterfront
History

Archeological Dig Will Explore Philly’s Pre-colonial Waterfront

Philly’s maritime history on the Delaware River is the focus of a new archeological study at the former site of West Shipyard. Kimberly Haas has the story


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