Treasure
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Treasure Philly!
EVENTS
Right: Poster displayed at Treasure Philly! Day. October 5, 2024. Photo: Daniel Jackson.
Poster Image: Broad, Germantown, and Erie commercial area. 1971. Photo: Parker & Mullikin.
Free Library of Philadelphia Print and Picture Collection. ​
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Walking tour: Frankford Churches
October 18, 2025
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This walking tour, led by Gail McCormick, highlighted some of Frankford's historic churches within a one-mile loop of the Historical Society of Frankford.
Three churches were open for the tour: St. Mark's Church at 4442 Frankford Avenue (brief presentation by Lay Leader Cristina Mancini), Moses Holy Temple at 4404 Paul Street (brief presentation by Pastor Aaron Kidd), and Word of Faith Church at 1400 Orthodox Street (brief presentation by Bishop Humphrey). In addition to historical information, participants learned about current programs at the three open churches.
Photos: Philadelphia Historical Commission staff.
Historical society of Frankford Open House
October 4, 2025
1505-1507 Orthodox st.
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The Open House provided a hands-on opportunity to explore the Historical Society’s fascinating museum as well as its expansive collections of photographs, maps, and ephemera.
The event included photographer Joseph V. Labolito sharing his images of Frankford Avenue in 1982.
Attendees discussed local history and resources with Philadelphia Historical Commission staff, Historical Society of Frankford volunteers, and project partners Frankford CDC, the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia, and the Free Library of Philadelphia. ​
Photos: Aaron Smith (@upcyclelens).
Treasure Philly! Day
October 5, 2024
Zion Baptist Church, 3600 N. Broad St.
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A celebration of the history and culture of BG&E featuring fun, food, and family friendly activities.​
Photos: Daniel Jackson.
Story circle
November 2, 2023
Zion Baptist Church, 3600 N. Broad St.
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Jamie J. Brunson, Executive Director
of First Person Arts, led community members through a structured
story-sharing process.​
Photos: Alba Juliao.
Story circle
aUGUST 22,2023
Zion Baptist Church, 3600 N. Broad St.
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Facilitator Roz McPherson, President and Founder of the ROZ Group, asked BG&E residents open-ended questions, such as:
• What are your hopes and dreams for yourself and for your neighborhood?
• What makes your neighborhood special?
• What do you think it’s important to remember?
Photos: Alba Juliao.
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