Ahead of its 275th anniversary and Philly’s biggest summer ever, Pennsylvania Hospital, recognized as the nation’s oldest, opened a public museum – and it is the coolest place to visit in Philly right now.
Inside the Pine Building — the site of the original hospital that Benjamin Franklin and physician Thomas Bond co-founded in 1751 — you can check out eight galleries showcasing the extraordinary evolution of maternity care, behavioral health, outbreaks and epidemics, and medicine as we know it today.
You can even step inside — and feel like you’ve stepped back in time — both the medical library, which is home to more than 13,000 original books, and the surgical amphitheater, where surgeries were performed before an audience, without anesthesia.
At the link in bio, find our favorite items that you simply can’t miss at the newly opened museum.
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SOCCER LIVES HERE. Philly is ready for the world's biggest game & Stateside Live! has the best value in match day hospitality packages. Plan ahead, reserve your spot today!
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This summer, Meantime on Market is transforming six empty Market East storefronts into laboratories for a different kind of downtown comeback. Link in bio for the story from @readcourtneythings .
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In 2011, John Matthews’ mother, Kathleen, was diagnosed with lung cancer. She only lived nine months, but Matthews made a promise that he would keep fighting the disease that killed her.
That promise led him to bike across the country and launch the nonprofit Ride Hard, Breathe Easy @ride4lungs to raise awareness for the challenges lung cancer patients and their families face.
Matthews was one of the finalists in the 2025 Be Well Philly Health Hero Challenge, presented by Independence Blue Cross. Each year, the public nominates the Health Heroes who inspire them the most and vote to select a winner who receives a $15,000 donation to the charity of their choice.
Want to be our 2026 Health Hero, or nominate one? Head to the link in our bio, or phillymag.com/healthhero
When daily asthma symptoms began affecting her quality of life, Sherry knew she needed answers. Her story shows how specialized care at @TempleHealth helped her find a more personalized path forward.
Tap the link in bio to read more.
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May is National Pet Month, and what better way to celebrate your four-legged best friend than by raising a glass together? (Well, you raise yours, they lap theirs.) There are tons of outdoor restaurants and bars around Philly where you can bring your furry BFF, including some that have special dog menus!
Link in bio for the guide to Philly's dog-friendly restaurants from Laura Swartz (and Little Miss Barclay Swartz 🐾 )
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When two of our staff members decided they would take on the Broad Street Run this year, we knew just where to send them to get ready!
Zarett Rehab & Fitness prepared our publisher Katie, a busy working mom, with manageable exercises that were approachable for a beginner and easy to accomplish in a short amount of time.
From top athletes to folks that just want to feel better, Zarett provides expert physical rehabilitation in the heart of Rittenhouse Square to get Philadelphia moving again.
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The PGA Championship comes to Newtown Square’s Aronimink Golf Club this week! At the link in bio, @bradfordpearson shares some facts and figures about the tournament, from prize money to crowd size.
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Mother’s Day is the perfect excuse to ask an important question: What were some of Philadelphia’s most successful people like as kids? To find out, senior reporter Victor Fiorillo went straight to the source: their mothers. He asked the moms of Marc Vetri, Alex Holley, Brad Ingelsby, Nikil Saval, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, and Jesús Luzardo to share their favorite memories, best parenting advice, and little details about their children before the fame, accolades, and cheering crowds.
Link in bio for the story from @phillyvictor .
When the University of the Arts abruptly closed last year, it left behind more than empty buildings — it left a big question about what happens to Philadelphia’s creative community next. Enter Lindsey Scannapieco, the developer behind South Philly’s Bok Building, who has made a name for herself by turning unexpected spaces into thriving, affordable hubs for artists, makers, and small businesses. Now, she’s taking on her most ambitious project yet: reimagining the former UArts campus on Broad Street.
Link in bio for the story.
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A retreat just beyond the city — where history, outdoor adventure, and summer moments come together. 🌿
This season, explore Valley Forge & Montgomery County’s wide-open greens, scenic trails, and unforgettable experiences as we gear up for America 250 and the 4th of July. From championship golf and outdoor recreation to powerful stories brought to life through the Houses of Declaration, every visit offers a new way to connect with the past — and the present.
Your summer retreat starts here.
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