52 Weeks of Firsts
Thursday, January 1
Historic Philadelphia
Celebrate America’s 250th in the City Where It All Began In 2026, America turns 250 and Philadelphia is gearing up for the ultimate year-long celebration. For 250 years, this city has been first in freedom, first in innovation and, of course, first in fun. To mark the Semiquincentennial, the Philade...
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Celebrate America’s 250th in the City Where It All Began In 2026, America turns 250 and Philadelphia is gearing up for the ultimate year-long celebration. For 250 years, this city has been first in freedom, first in innovation and, of course, first in fun. To mark the Semiquincentennial, the Philadelphia Historic District Partners have launched 52 Weeks of Firsts, a citywide series highlighting the inventions, institutions, and traditions that started right here. Each week features a brand-new S
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