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Bartram’s Mile - Schuylkill Banks Recreational Trail

Credit: Photo by R. Kennedy for VISIT PHILADELPHIA®

Bartram’s Mile - Schuylkill Banks Recreational Trail

Here’s one that will please history lovers and outdoor fans. The new year brings the opening of the new Bartram’s Mile, a 1.1-mile addition to Schuylkill Banks recreational trail. The 15-foot-wide multi-use path will extend along the western bank of the Schuylkill River through the grounds of historic Bartram’s Garden, frequented by Washington, Jefferson and other boldface names from history. Selfie alert: The new plaza at the 56th Street access point offers great skyline views. Winter. Grays Ferry Avenue to south of 56th Street, schuylkillbanks.orgOn the west side of the Schuylkill River, this new, 1.1-mile extension of the Schuylkill Banks trail passes through Bartram’s Garden, the country’s oldest botanical garden, once frequented by John Bartram’s buddy Benjamin Franklin. While walkers, runners and bikers ponder the 18th-century bromance, they can snap heart-worthy Instagram pics of the Philly skyline from the 56th Street access point. Opens April 22, 2017. Grays Ferry Avenue to south of 56th Street, schuylkillbanks.org

Visit Philly’s Most Historic Gardens

The 650-acre Tyler Arboretum, located just outside Philadelphia in Media, Delaware County, is one of the oldest and largest arboreta in the Northeast. Credit: Photo by G. Widman for VISIT PHILADELPHIA

Visit Philly’s Most Historic Gardens

There, they sought to know God through nature. Their gardening tradition thrives still today. Greater Philadelphia claims North America’s oldest botanic garden (Bartram’s Garden), the oldest garden in its original plan in America (at Wyck), the site of its first Japanese garden (Shofuso) and other botanical beauties that wow researchers, home gardeners and nature lovers. With more than 30 gardens within 30 miles of the city—many of which began pre-Revolution—Philadelphia earns its heavyweight horticultural reputation as the cradle of horticulture and America’s garden capital.PHILADELPHIA, PA – Greater Philadelphia’s horticultural history took root just after Quaker pioneer William Penn founded Pennsylvania. Inspired by the promise of the region’s religious tolerance, Quakers followed their spiritual leader to the newfound city.

Philadelphia's Hispanic Heritage Month

Philadelphia's Hispanic Heritage Month

Philadelphia's Hispanic Heritage Month

PhillyBite10PHILADELPHIA, September 10, 2016 – September 15 through October 15, Philadelphia honors Hispanic Heritage Month with food, fun and fiestas. Revelers can catch the Latino spirit at the Mexican Independence Day Festival on Penn’s Landing and the Puerto Rican Day Parade on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. When the month ends, arts and culture lovers have more to look forward to: the opening of the El Corazon Cultural Center in El Centro de Oro and the North American debut of the exhibition Paint the Revolution: Mexican Modernism, 1910-1950 at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Autumn In Philadelphia Festivals, Events and More

Teams of 20 rowers in colorful Dragon Boats paddle down the Schuylkill River along Kelly Drive for this annual October festival. Spectators can cheer on their favorite team while enjoying food, music and activities along the river bank.

Autumn In Philadelphia Festivals, Events and More

PhillyBite10Philadelphia PA, September 9, 2016 – For most kids, fall means homework. But for kids in Philly, the new season also means fun. From September through November, families in Philadelphia and the Countryside® can revel in epic exhibitions (Jurassic World, Longwood Gardens’ Nightscapes), essential art displays (Creative Africa, Get the Picture!) and exciting outdoor adventures (Dragon Boat Races, Philly Free Streets).

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