Topic: Old City
Fun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
This week we have Mission Story Slam 14, the Festival of Many Colors, the return of Green Philly's Eco Fair, Rockin the Ridge Car Show, The Black Clown, and much more
By Christina Griffith
Philadelphia — A Walk Through History
Looking for a new way to see your city? A Citizen contributor's new book on Philly walking tours focuses on the people behind the places — including history-making women
By Natalie Pompilio
Windows Into the Soul of America
Sonya Clark’s video installation, The Descendants of Monticello explores what freedom means from the panes of Declaration House historical site
By RJ Rushmore
Outdoor Drinking Spots in Philadelphia
Pop-ups, beer gardens and other seasonal spots in Philly to have some drinks and a nosh out of doors
By Charissa Howard, Lauren McCutcheon, and Gianna Voges
Philadelphia Celebrates Juneteenth 2024
A holiday with Philly roots includes some of the city's biggest events of the year, from Germantown to West Philadelphia to Southwest and Old City — and then some
By Abigail Chang and Lauren McCutcheon
What Should We Do with Welcome Park?
A government strategist has a radical idea for the historic park at the heart of a recent controversy over its William Penn statue
By Mark Nicastre
What the Constitution Means to Me
There are just a few more days to catch this thought-provoking performance at Arden Theatre Co., but its message will stay with any engaged citizen long after.
By Erinda Sheno
Philly, Take Your Outdoor Activities … Indoors
Rain, haze and heat make it tough to be outside in Philly this summer. Here, some places to go to feel like you’re outdoors while inside
By Olivia Kram
Job Itzkowitz Wants to Clean Up The City
The executive director of Old City District is running for City Council At-Large with a plan that bring quality-of-life issues — cleaning streets, serving people with addiction — to every neighborhood in the city
By Courtney DuChene
The Cultural Curator
Quon Brinkley, founder of the Thinker Makers Society, makes space for Philadelphia artists of color and Philadelphia LGBTQIA artists in Old City
By Logan Cryer