“Between 2015-16, I worked with Parallax to create a documentary story about The Rail Park and it’s potential positive impact on public health. This was in my former role as Assoc Dean of Design and Health at Jefferson U. The…”
“I love how the Bahay215 artists, Nicky Uy and Omar Buenaventura were able to use their Tire Swing microgrant to bring the FilipinX diaspora to our stoop in Philadelphia at Asian Arts Initiative. The planter they built is not only…”
“One of my favorite murals is [in Fairmount]. While I should know who it is by I have never found out. The mural depicts a steam train in black and white with the station in the background. In the foreground…”
“I grew up coming to Chinatown every weekend for church, but it wasn't until I got older and moved into the neighborhood myself that I learned more about the history of Chinatown. Chinatown has had a history of unique struggles…”
“Celebrating Milkshakes 1st birthday (the pig at Greens Grow)”
“Jenny Holzer’s “Your Fight is My Fight” Billboard from October 2020 was such an inspiration billboard during a very challenging and divisive time.”
“I was born in 1965 into the current Lawndale/Burholme neighborhood I currently live in and who I remain a passionate steward of. My memory goes back to when I was a little boy in love with trains. It…”
“In 2014, my Write Sky project finally happened! Instead of seeing all the different names for Callowhill as divisions, I sought to bring together the groups that called this place Callowhill, Chinatown North, the Eraserhood, Trestletown, or the Tenderloin. Thinking…”
“One of my favorite memories was when Callowhill first hosted the Night Market Festival. The wide streets of the neighborhood provided a comfortable environment for the heavily attended event and it was the first time, and maybe the last, that…”
“Lunar New Year is my favorite holiday/event in the city. I've been going to it every year since I moved to Philly. I think it's one of those events that everyone, no matter what age or background can just sit…”
“Growing up in Delaware just on the edge of the border with Pennsylvania, I loved going to Philly as a hangout spot with friends. It was a go to especially once I could drive myself after getting my license in…”
“My favorite memory living in and around the Ludlow neighborhood is walking around with friends and family. During these walks, I love and appreciate the uniqueness of every house. Not just the house itself but nature and decor people incorporate…”
“My sister and I were visiting my daughter (Northern Liberties resident) and we had quite a good time viewing the Story Wall. We tried to envision what it must have been like 50-100 years ago where we were standing. It…”
“Biking all the way down Passyunk Ave at 2 AM on a crisp autumn night, singing to myself as I went about admiring the architecture”
“Taking my class of students to play under the Sycamore tree at Roberto Clemente.”
“I love the mural dedicated to Baldwin Locomotives on 20th Street. It always brings me happiness and makes me think of what the neighborhood looked like when much of it was dedicated to Baldwin’s operations.”
“Unfortunately I'm relatively new to the area, but so far my most joyous memory is walking home one night and hearing music. After wandering towards it I realized there was a band playing at the rail park, and I…”
“Attendees at the Design Philly Area in Focus tour of the Cut participated in a "blind sketching" activity led by artist Symone Salib.”
“This is quite a hidden gem! I first discovered Northern Libs while visiting Philly for a weekend and was struck by how many cool bars and restaurants were in the area and how charming the homes were.”
“In dark times will there also be singing? is a participatory sound installation by American composer and sound artist William Dougherty. Passers-by in a public space are invited to sing a song that brings them joy. The participant is anonymously…”
“Seeing all the old building and beautiful murals”
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