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Our specialized, in-depth tours are great for adventurous tourist and inquisitive local alike. Our experienced volunteer guides offer tours every weekend from May–November with each tour focusing on a different part of Greater Philadelphia. Various dates and times. $10-18

In 1876, Philadelphia made history, hosting the first World’s Fair in North America, attracting millions of visitors from across the country and around the world, In 2026 we’ve recreated that experience at 8th and Market in the historic LITS building, just two blocks west of Independence Mall.

Need assistance in building your family tree? Stuck on where to look for more information? Sign up for our Genealogy Book-a-Librarian to start researching your ancestors or try to break through brick walls. Limit 1 person per session. Mondays 5:15-6:15 or 6:30-7:30. Registration required.

This year’s theme: “Honoring 250 Years of Service and Sacrifice” will focus on the dedication of our veterans throughout our nation’s history. Special Musical Guest: Ashli Rice. Grand Marshal: Major General Terrence L. Koudelka Jr.

Honoring all who served. A Celebration of Service, Sacrifice & Legacy.

In Forgotten America: Rediscovering Events that Changed the Nation, turn your attention to the unfamiliar in United States history with historian and author Dr. Rachel Michelle Gunter. Wednesdays 2-3 pm, Sept 23- Dec 9. Registration required.

The Neighbors Club and the Lansdowne Public Library are partnering to bring you book talks by local authors! Wendy is a published historian specializing in US women’s history, and the history of US peace movements. Jill writes about women's history and law. They created “Her Hat Was in the Ring"

Join us this Veterans Day as we honor the 250th anniversary of American resilience through a riveting presentation led by Gordon L. Smith. This talk traces Gordan's father, Captain Smith's, remarkable journey as a combat pilot, POW survivor, NASA consultant, and more.

Join Keystone Grant Manager Karen Arnold to learn more about grants in the construction category. This webinar will be recorded and available for viewing on PHMC's YouTube channel.

Residents, businesses, and organizations in Glenolden, Sharon Hill, Prospect Park, Norwood, Folcroft, and Ridley Park Boroughs are invited to attend a session to help shape the future of business districts in these boroughs. Multiple dates and locations. Survey available if you can't make a meeting.

The event recognizes local Veterans and community members for their accomplishments, service, and dedication to our country, education, and the community. Delco is home to 35,000 Veterans who have bravely served our nation in all branches of the military, at home, and on foreign soil. $85-125

Artist Lecture by Flavia Loreto- An evening with a photography exhibit, tours of the ICCDV and a lecture. Wine and light bites available. Please enter on the river side of the building. Please reserve your spot in advance Part of exhibit open Nov 10-18 during normal Twp office hours.

Featuring: Cocktails and Hors d'oeuvres, Music and Entertainment, Silent Auction, Museum Tours A Special Sneak Preview of the plans for the future of Belmont Mansion and Underground Railroad Museum. $250

In these lectures, local architects, professors, and historians explore individual neighborhoods that make up Greater Philadelphia and its surrounding areas. Single lectures- $15/25. Spaces are limited and fill up fast.

Explore Day’s Philadelphia designs—including the Penn Museum, Houston and Weightman Halls at the University of Pennsylvania and a variety of showstopper townhomes; an assortment that perfectly represents the architect’s different styles, periods and principles. $25-45

Mike Teti will examine the contributions of Thomson and Matlack, whose administrative and intellectual work was essential to the American Revolution yet largely overlooked in traditional stories and will highlight how the Revolution depended not only on celebrated leaders. $12

Residents, businesses, and organizations in Glenolden, Sharon Hill, Prospect Park, Norwood, Folcroft, and Ridley Park Boroughs are invited to attend a session to help shape the future of business districts in these boroughs. Multiple dates and locations. Survey available if you can't make a meeting.

While less known than her husband the Marquis, who is beloved by Americans to this day, Adrienne de Noailles Lafayette was a brave and principled French noblewoman facing the tumult of the French Revolution. $37-47