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Abandoned Navy Hangar Prepares For Final Battle
Photography

Abandoned Navy Hangar Prepares For Final Battle

A demolition study for the Mustin Field Seaplane Hangar at the Navy Yard puts a structural engineering landmark on notice. Michael Bixler takes us inside

For The Birds: An Ode To Philly’s Old Goose Signs
History

For The Birds: An Ode To Philly’s Old Goose Signs

Harry K. reminisces about the Bicentennial-era bridge signs that still point the way to the Delaware River

Two New Historic Districts And Grand Court Protected
Preservation

Two New Historic Districts And Grand Court Protected

Historical Commission says “yes” to 17 new additions to the local register. Starr Herr-Cardillo has the news

A Buzzy New Beginning For Poth Brewing Company
Photography

A Buzzy New Beginning For Poth Brewing Company

Before renovations begin, Michael Bixler takes us inside the remains of Poth Brewing Company with this photo essay

Old Iron Works In Logan Square To Face The Wrecking Ball
Preservation

Old Iron Works In Logan Square To Face The Wrecking Ball

When the housing bubble burst and the recession hit in 2007, plans to convert Creswell Iron Works on Cherry Street into apartments tanked. The quaint collection of industrial buildings is now headed for demolition. Michael Bixler has the details

Time Travel At Trader Joe’s Reveals Tuxedos & Snazzy Shoes
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

A Mid-century Mirage At 13th & Lombard
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

Back When We Burned Trash On The Delaware River
History

Back When We Burned Trash On The Delaware River

Harry K. takes us on a whirlwind exploration of Philadelphia’s notorious garbage problem, starting with the long-gone East Central Incinerator at Penn’s Landing and then sailing around the globe before returning to today’s trashy situation


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