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Tag: Independence Hall

Posted inElection 2022, Election 2023, News

Why one of the ‘most important speeches’ of Biden’s presidency took place in Philadelphia

Avatar photo by Jordan Levy September 1, 2022January 17, 2023

The 46th president praised Independence Hall as a symbol of his subject matter: the “fundamentals” of U.S. democracy.

Posted inNews, Ukraine invasion and Philly

How to support Ukrainian people this weekend in Philly

Avatar photo by Billy Penn Staff March 5, 2022January 17, 2023
Posted inSecrets & Fun

Independence Hall and Liberty Bell reopen after COVID shutdown

Avatar photo by Danya Henninger January 3, 2021January 17, 2023
Posted inSecrets & Fun

Philadelphia historic landmark index: A guide to what’s worth your time

Avatar photo by Michaela Winberg July 5, 2019June 22, 2023
Posted inNews

Jewish man mistakenly identified as Proud Boy attacked at right-wing rally in Philadelphia

Avatar photo by Max Marin November 17, 2018January 17, 2023
Posted inSports Culture

This father and son got stranded in Philly overnight. Instead of complaining, they danced.

Avatar photo by Danya Henninger August 3, 2018January 17, 2023
Posted inElection 2017, Power

The moment at Hillary Clinton’s Philly rally that stopped her cold

by Anna Orso November 8, 2016January 17, 2023

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