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Lisette: A Haitian song travels through Philadelphia history and beyond

Margaret Darby August 10, 2021 1 Comment

The oldest-known Haitian song has a Philadelphia connection.

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culture history

Horse Heritage Through Philadelphia’s History

David Garcia May 14, 2021 1 Comment

Horses played a significant role in the evolution of humankind. These graceful creatures have been our companions for centuries. Horses have always stayed by our…

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history

The History of The Missouri Fox Trotter Horse Breed

Smalley Bogg February 23, 2020 No Comments

If you have ever paid attention when a horse purposely gaits, head down, and tail heightened, the animal will step with confident deliberation, showing off…

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Franklin Square Philadelphia
history Museums

Philly, An Overview: The cradle of US democracy and the legendary cheesesteak

Smalley Bogg October 30, 2019 No Comments

A brief guide to Philadelphia highlights for visitors

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history Museums

Party Like It’s 1777 at the Revolutionary Germantown Festival

Smalley Bogg September 30, 2019 No Comments

Northwest Philly’s signature annual event returns to Cliveden and other historic sites on October 5

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Features history

Remembering Stonewall: Gay Liberation 50 years on

Thom Nickels July 8, 2019 No Comments

The goal of the movement should be the erasure of that hostility so that the movement itself is no longer necessary.

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