What was once thought of a pipe dream is set to become reality: The state of Pennsylvania, City of Philadelphia, and the William Penn Foundation have committed to raising the last $10 million needed ...

After managing to remain open as multiple casinos closed up shop along the once iconic Atlantic City boardwalk, Trump Taj Mahal Casino Resort will meet the same fate, closing its flashy, extravagant ...

Campus expansion plans from the likes of UPenn and Drexel are often greeted with mistrust and worry from longtime neighbors, even when it seems that the expansion plans might benefit the surrounding ...

Councilman Mark Squilla put it best when he tried to describe just how posh the new 500 Walnut tower really is: “What amazed me is that when you come into the building’s parking deck, it feels like ...

It's been less than 30 years since One Liberty Place overtook William Penn's statue atop City Hall as the highest point above Philadelphia. Our city has seen its fair share of high-rise development ...

After 15 years of neglect, standing as a symbol of blight on the corner of North Broad and Fairmount Avenue, it's clear to the naked eye that the graffiti-laden Divine Lorraine is on the cusp of ...

It's almost impossible to pinpoint all of the quaint, beautiful, and downright charming streets in Philadelphia. (Believe us, we've tried.) That's why Curbed Philly decided to leave it up to folks who ...

Eater maps are curated by editors and aim to reflect a diversity of neighborhoods, cuisines, and prices. Learn more about our editorial process. Built in 1787 as the home to the Morris family, who ...

Independence Hall in 1952, after the demolition of a building to make way for Independence Mall. Photo courtesy of Independence National Historical Park Here in Philly, July Fourth involves an entire ...

There’s a rumor that a time capsule is buried behind the cornerstone of the First African Baptist Church at 1600 Christian Street. Nobody from the church’s since-relocated congregation is sure what’s ...

If all goes to plan, the end of the Willow Steam Plant may be in sight. Photos by Matthew Christopher of Abandoned America The end of the hulking Willow Street Steam Generation Plant near the future ...

There’s been a lot of talk about Philly’s rise in recent years, from its increasing millennial population to its building boom. But there’s one title the city can’t shake: Philadelphia remains the ...