Philadelphia’s Forgotten Forebears: How Pennsylvania Erased The Lenape From Local History
In this poignant essay Dan Shurley looks at the mistreatment of the Lenape in Pennsylvania and how historic Philadelphia still manages to misrepresent and largely ignore the city's native people > more
Long Blighted, The Former Native American Museum On Chestnut Street To Be Redeveloped
Ten years has past since the Native American Museum at 2nd and Chestnut Street has seen tenants. Rusting and rotting among a row of pristine, Old City façades, the property may see a comeback at the hands of new owners Posel Management. Ryan Briggs has the story. > more
The Best Little Wigwam In Kensington
At 2852 Frankford Avenue, a nice enough two-story building looks like it'd fit in early 20th Century small town Pennsylvania just as well as Kensington. Look a little closer to see the Native in a headdress—signifying the Improved Order of Red Men, the fraternal organization who built this object of The Shadow's affection > more
Before Even Old Original Bookbinder’s: An Official Indian Reservation
Myth or history? In 1755, John Penn, grandson of the founder, deeded a lot near Second and Walnut into perpetuity for the use of Native Americans when they came to Philadelphia. Harry K digs deep into his Encyclopedia for the story that lies adjacent to Jose Garces' new restaurant > more
A Piece Of Wild West History In Historic Wash West
What do an Episcopalian missioner, the plight of 19th century Native Americans, and a double wide mansion on Spruce Street have in common? The Shadow Knows > more
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