Phillies' Home Run Derby History
Philly brings the heat to the annual MLB power-hitter competition.
Abby FritzJul 13, 2026Philly History
People, places, and scenes from Philadelphia's past.
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Abby FritzJul 13, 2026
Joe Frazier Is Philly's Real-Life Boxing King
Smokin’ Joe Frazier made history as a heavyweight champion
Abby FritzJun 29, 2026
A Dive Into the Musical Impact of The Mann and Dell Music Centers
As the Highmark Mann Center for the Performing Arts celebrates a milestone on the cusp of the country's semiquincentennial, we look back at its interwoven history with the Dell Music Center and how it’s served Philly music lovers.
Siani ColónJun 15, 2026
How the Phillies Helped Found the Nation’s First Professional Soccer League
The short-lived team was an effort to fill baseball stadiums during the offseason.
Siani ColónJun 8, 2026
The First Successful Sit-In for LGBTQ+ Rights Was in Philadelphia
The act of civil disobedience against discrimination occurred before the more widely known Stonewall Riots, which are considered the catalyst for the modern LGBTQ+ movement.
Siani ColónJun 1, 2026
Who Is Ona ‘Oney’ Judge?
A new holiday honors one woman’s brave escape to freedom even as there are efforts to erase that history.
City Cast Philly staffMay 19, 2026
How Philly’s Fairmount Park Came To Be
Starting with just a large hill that left William Penn in awe, Fairmount Park is now the largest landscaped urban park in the world.
Siani ColónMay 7, 2026
How St. Patrick’s Day Started in Philly
Philadelphia’s annual parade celebrating Irish culture just happened on Sunday, a tradition dating back over 200 years.
Siani ColónMar 17, 2026
Where To Celebrate Women’s History Month in Philly
Honor the women whose contributions impacted not just Philly, but the nation, on these tours throughout March.
Siani ColónMar 9, 2026
Why We Celebrate Women’s History in March
International events, such as International Women's Day, may be why we celebrate women's history in March in Philadelphia.
Natalia AldanaMar 2, 2026
To Learn About the Founding of the U.S., Go to Philadelphia’s Germantown
This Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood may not have been part of the city during the American Revolution, but it left a major impact on the legacy of our city and country.
Siani ColónFeb 23, 2026
Remember When Philly Burned Trash in Its Own Neighborhoods?
Philly has been making our trash someone else’s problem for decades.
Siani ColónFeb 18, 2026
