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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KCR_first-african-baptist-church-cemetery_Philadelphia-PA.html
Site of the cemetery that served this congregation from 1824 to 1842. Archaeological excavations in the 1980s provided links to ancient African burial customs. The remains were re-interred in Eden Cemetery, Delaware Co., Pa
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KC7_anne-brancato-wood_Philadelphia-PA.html
A child of Italian immigrants, Brancato entered Democratic city politics in 1928. One of few women in the state assembly (1932-41), she sponsored pioneering social reform legislation. Her business offices were located here.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KC6_walnut-street-theatre_Philadelphia-PA.html
Founded 1809. The oldest theater in America and the oldest playhouse in continuous use in the English-speaking world. A National Historic Landmark. Many of the greatest actors of America and Europe have appeared on stage here.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1K96_meta-v-w-fuller_Philadelphia-PA.html
One of the leading Black female sculptors in America. She lived here, studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, later with Auguste Rodin in Paris. Her sculpture depicted human suffering.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1K95_new-century-guild_Philadelphia-PA.html
Founded 1882 by Eliza S. Turner. One of the oldest and largest organizations created to advance the interests of women in the labor force. Originally located on Girard St., the Guild moved to Arch St. in 1893 and to this location in 1906.
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Among the oldest of its kind in the nation, the special collections library holds many of the nation's important founding documents. Founded by prominent citizens in 1824 and located here since 1884, it traces America's history from the 17th centu…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1K35_william-still_Philadelphia-PA.html
While living here, he was an Underground Railroad agent who helped slaves escape and kept records so relatives could find them later. A wealthy coal merchant, Still also helped found the first Black YMCA.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1JTR_wills-eye-hospital_Philadelphia-PA.html
In operation since 1834, Wills was the first US medical facility dedicated to the treatment of eyes and first to train residents in ophthalmology. Committed to patient care, research, and education, Wills is known worldwide for its surgical and me…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1JTQ_mcclellan-house_Philadelphia-PA.html
Father and son lived at 912 Walnut Street after 1832. Home of George McClellan, M.D., founder, Jefferson Medical College, until he died in 1847. Home until 1842, future Gen. George B. McClellan, commander, Army of the Potomac, 1861-62; U.S. Presid…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1JTP_robert-patterson_Philadelphia-PA.html
Professor, chair of mathematics dept. and vice-provost at University of Pennsylvania, 1799-1814. Tutored Meriwether Lewis in navigation skills to prepare for Lewis and Clark Expedition, 1803-1806. Resided here.
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