Benjamin Franklin Parkway is a scenic boulevard that runs through the cultural heart of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Named for favorite son Benjamin Franklin, the mile-long Parkway cuts diagonally across the grid plan pattern of Center City's Northwest quadrant. It starts at Philadelphia City Hall, curves around Logan Circle, and ends before the Philadelphia Museum of Art.AttractionsThe Parkway is the spine of Philadelphia's Museum District. Some of the city's most famous sights are here: Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul; Swann Memorial Fountain; the Free Library of Philadelphia, the Franklin Institute, Moore College of Art and Design, the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Rodin Museum, Eakins Oval, the Barnes Foundation and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. From its northern end, the Parkway provides access to Fairmount Park through Kelly Drive (formerly East River Drive), Martin Luther King Drive (formerly West River Drive), the Schuylkill River Trail, and the Schuylkill Expressway (I-76).
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Dilworth Park, on the west side of Philadelphia's City Hall was completely renovated and is now managed by the Center City District through a long-term lease with the City of Philadelphia. As Philadelphia’s Center Square, it is designed as a high-quality gateway to public transit and as a civic place with on-going programming, amenities, and activities that benefit the public and support the mission of the park.
Situated in the heart of a city rich with history, The Westin Philadelphia elegantly enhances its desirable Rittenhouse Square address with comfort and style. Steps from upscale shopping, award-winning restaurants and conveniently connected to the offices at Liberty Place, The Westin provides guests with the premiere downtown location. Museums and historical attractions, including the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and the Constitution Center, promote the cultural wealth of Philadelphia. Reenergize in our WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio. Then enjoy a hand crafted cocktail in The Lobby Bar. The Westin Philadelphia impresses both business and leisure travelers alike with its 294 guest rooms and 19 suites, all beautifully appointed with welcoming décor and revitalizing amenities. Our signature Heavenly® Bed ensures a relaxing night's sleep, and the Heavenly® Bath is the perfect place to refresh.
History and Location Originally a YMCA, our hotel is housed in a 10-story Georgian revival-style structure with intriguing historical flair, located in the heart of the city's business district and less than one block from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Architecturally Striking Striking features and architectural detail awaken the eye: a skylight allows for the play of natural light to our 75-foot central atrium courtyard, while an airy restaurant/bar with graceful archways and classic woodwork brings endless possibility. Elegant Simplicity Our 202 rooms feature bold black and white decor with inspired red accents to enhance the hotel interior's rich millwork. The Grand Ballroom provides a stately yet original setting for any gathering, with views of Philadelphia's renowned City Hall.
Connie's Ric Rac is not a bar with a stage. we are a venue......that serves drinks. what we are Connie's Ric Rac is an event venue located on The 9th Street Italian Market in South Philadelphia, presenting local and regional music, comedy and performing arts. The Ric Rac has been a mainstay in the Philly scene since it's inception in 2006. It's underground, DIY atmosphere has drawn the likes of prominent Philadelphia artists such as Amos Lee, Joe Jack Talcum (Dead Milkmen), Black Landlord, as well as national act comedians Matt Besser (Upright Citizens Brigade), Ali Faranakian (Pit Theatre, NYC) and the quickly rising Chris Gethard. why we are here It's simple - we love music, art and comedy. We're proud to play host to a variety of forms of entertainment, whether it be a burlesque circus show, punk rock karaoke, or a night of acoustic singer songwriters. Our main product is on the stage, not in our refrigerators. On any given night you can catch the hottest emerging artists in the Philly music and comedy scene. We are also known for presenting events such as Johnny Showcase & The Left Lucy Cabaret, Dead Flowers' Smoking Gun Revue and genre specific showcases. how we got here Back in the day, Connie's Ric Rac was a shop owned by Connie Tartaglia with a variety of curious objects; really more of a "bric-a-brac". Her and husband Joe "Joe Brown" Tartaglia were Italian Market lifers who always had a fine appreciation for the arts, which were passed down along to their two sons, Joe Brown, Jr., and Frankie. With the explosion of the internet and companies like eBay in the late 90's, Connie sold out her entire inventory by the early 2000s. The building sat vacant for a while, and there were plans for a laundromat...... "The windows and doors were all boarded shut And the storekeepers had closed their shops up There wasn't anyone left around Except for these guys Who had guitars, and they had drums And other instruments of wondrous sound" Plans for the laundromat were thwarted by Joe Jr. and Frank when, along with childhood friend Pete Pelullo (who is in the construction business), built a stage, a bar, and with that Connie's Ric Rac was reborn. At the time, Frankie had just moved back to South Philly after living for several years in New York City's Lower East Side. While working at Alltrue.com, he met and formed an acoustic folk rock duo with colleague Rob Ogus. They splashed on to an emerging Philadelphia acoustic singer songwriter scene and quickly made a name for themselves. Even though the initially opened as a BYOB (and in great part contributing to it's awesome vibe), The Ric Rac became "the spot" to many of the areas up and coming musical artists. Many enjoyed late night jam sessions at Connie's, escorted back by Frank and Joe after Discount Heroes shows and open mic performances. Frankie had also been performing comedy throughout the years, and many of his joke-making and sketch-performing cohorts also began called Connie's home. High profile national acts such as Hannibal Burress (SNL, 30 Rock), and Toddy Barry (Comedy Central, Flight of The Conchords) put the Ric Rac on the comedy map, and has hosted troupes such as Philly Improv Theatre (PHIT), The Sixth Borough (to which Frankie was a founding member), Bedtime Stories (Gregg Gethard, Chris' brother!) and Ministry of Secret Jokes (Doogie Horner). After operating for 4 years as a BYOB, The Ric Rac expanded it's capacity and began serving bottled beer, wine and spirits. To this day, we continually strive to provide the best and most enjoyable experience to everyone who comes through our doors, including performers, guests, VIPs and staff. Plans for a kitchen next door are presently being executed and the opening is scheduled for early 2014.
Celebratory dinners in the Engine House. Romantic evenings on the riverside veranda. Business lunches in the Breezeway. Casual cocktails in the Caretaker’s Lounge. Wedding receptions under the Pavilion. The superb setting, service and dining found only at the Water Works Restaurant and Lounge add incomparable magic to special moments of every kind!
Sky Philadelphia, formerly Top of the Tower, opened as a public facility in 1995. Prior to that, the space on the top two floors of 1717 Arch Street functioned as the executive board room and dining facilities at the world headquarters of Bell Atlantic, the precursor to Verizon. Sky Philadelphia boasts stunning panoramic views of Philadelphia and surrounding countryside. The distinctive grace of these lovely rooms provides elegant ambience and a fine dining experience. SkyPhiladelphia was founded by Mickey Rowley and Louisa Kochman who had the vision to realize that one-of-a-kind views, professional and attentive service and contemporary cuisine could provide Philadelphia with a public facility and service unavailable elsewhere in the region. From the start our objective was to provide clients with the highest quality event for the best value, and we are still committed to accomplishing that mission. Whether it is for a corporate conference or reception & dinner, or a wedding, commitment ceremony or Bar/Bat Mitzvah, being at SkyPhiladelphia gives you an incredibly good feeling
Pyramid Club is a private business club strategically placed 52 floors high at the “top of the town,” above Center City in Philadelphia. The Club specializes in outstanding cuisine, personalized service, superb meeting and dining facilities, and state-of-the-art technology. Pyramid Club specializes in outstanding cuisine, personalized service, superb meeting and dining facilities and state-of-the-art technology. The Club is finished with cherry woodwork, rich carpeting, marble flooring, 20-foot-tall windows and handsome furnishings providing an elegant setting and breathtaking views. It overlooks local landmarks such as City Hall, The Pennsylvania Convention Center, the Ben Franklin Bridge, The Philadelphia Museum of Art and both the Delaware and Schuylkill Rivers. Since its rise in 1993, the Club has served as the center point of Philadelphia’s business, social, cultural, academic and political sectors. During the day, you can take full advantage of seven meeting rooms, all equipped with wi-fi, for your perfect satellite office environment. At night, the Club is transformed into an exclusive social scene, with daily bar and drink specials. Tastefully entertain guests for dinner, or experience monthly wine tastings, networking galas and holiday affairs. The Club is also an enchanting location for formal receptions and special celebrations of all types.
The Shops at Liberty Place is a magnificent retail complex nestled between the One Liberty Place and Two Liberty Place office towers. Located in the heart of the Center City shopping district, The Shops at Liberty Place is one of the finest urban retail centers in the country. You'll find a fabulous tenant mix at The Shops at Liberty Place. We pride ourselves in presenting you with unique-to-the-market shops such as Bloomingdale’s, The Outlet Store, J. Crew, LOFT and Jos. A. Bank, just to name a few, plus timeless favorites such as Express, Bath & Body Works and Victoria's Secret. Philadelphia’s newest attraction, the One Liberty Observation Deck welcomes you to see Philly from the top with beautiful 360 degree views. If it's food you're looking for, look no further! Our delicious food court combines a variety of savory sensations with the convenience of fast food or the relaxation of a sit-down meal. So visit The Shops at Liberty Place and discover shopping, the way it's meant to be!
Capturing the spirit of our surroundings, The Logan Hotel is an art-inspired, independent hotel that blends sophistication with modern luxury. As Philadelphia’s hotel we are a social hub in the heart of the cultural arts district, complete with lush outdoor living spaces. Our entire hotel tells the story of this great city, featuring our unique locally curated art collection.
Founded in 1882, The Racquet Club of Philadelphia is one of the most prestigious private city clubs in North America. The Club started its life in a modest facility at 923 Walnut Street. Under the leadership of George D. Widener, the current 16th Street Clubhouse was built by noted architect Horace Trumbauer. Historian Nathaniel Burt described the new 1907 Clubhouse as "by far the best appointed...of all Philadelphia clubs." The clubhouse is one of the first reinforced concrete structures designed in Philadelphia, and also includes the first above grade swimming pool, designed by the noted bridge builders, Roebling Construction Company. The building's red-brick, Georgian design, is evocative of historic Philadelphia, and the Clubhouse was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. Today, the Racquet Club is comprised of over 800 members, and is regarded as a highly competitive athletic, as well as full-service city club. The Clubhouse contains one Court Tennis court, six International Squash courts, the country's first Doubles Squash court, and a Racquets court. The newly renovated state of the art fitness and training center is open 24-hours a day. The Club offers its members formal as well as casual dining, traditional reading room, sauna and steam rooms, pool and darts, elegantly appointed overnight accommodations, and access to private meeting/dining rooms. The club also offers affinity clubs within the club around interests such as golf, sailing, wines, and the outdoors. The Racquet Club of Philadelphia is a members-only private club.
Arts Ballroom is Philadelphia’s premiere special events venue located directly off of the Avenue of the Arts, where cultural sophistication and diversity meet the richness of tradition and history. Positioned on the ground level of the Arts Condominium, this 1920s Art Deco inspired building was the former site of the Hotel Sylvania. Boasting a two-story Grand Hall, Ballroom, and Mezzanine, the Arts Ballroom offers both historical distinction and contemporary style for events from 100-400 guests. All showings by appointment only.