Culture
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Inspired by Her Own Family, Phoenixville Author Spotlights Children with Disabilities
Local author Jannesy DeLeon writes about inclusion and accessibility in her series of books inspired by her own family, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc Action News. DeLeon is the author of three children’s books, each featuring protagonists with disabilities inspired by her children Gabby and Nicky. Her first book, Tag! You’re It, features Gabrielle, a…
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Anno Artem Celebrates One Year Bucking Traditional Gallery Trends
Tucked above an old railroad station in Pottstown, Anno Artem quietly celebrated its first anniversary, proving that creativity doesn’t need a flashy storefront to thrive, writes Evan Brandt for Daily Local News. Anno Artem recently marked one year in business. Founder Anthony Nowack and his wife, Danielle Kangas, have built a gallery focused on modern,…
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Take a Trip to Visit the Most Iconic Historic Sites Around Bucks County
For history aficionados, there’s no shortage of historical sites and locations to explore around Bucks County, offering the perfect blend of education and fun, writes Kaitlin Nasevich for Visit Bucks County. Take a trip to Cravens Hall in Warminster, constructed between 1790 and 1845, and the John Fitch Steamboat Museum right beside it. Visitors can take tours on the second Sunday…
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Bill Atkinson: The Life and Impact of the Catholic Church’s First Quadriplegic Priest
Rev. Robert P. Hagan, O.S.A., was inspired to become an Augustinian priest because of Father Bill Atkinson’s own incredible relationship with God. Rev. Hagan, a Drexel Hill native, serves as the Prior Provincial at The Augustinian Province of St. Thomas of Villanova. He spoke about the life and canonization of Father Atkinson back in June…
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Painting on Display at Brandywine Museum of Art Thanks to Bucks County Couple
One of the painter Jasper Francis Cropsey’s impressive works is back on public display for the first time in 152 years, thanks to a Bucks County couple, writes Bedatri D. Choudhury for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The painting, titled “Autumn in the Ramapo Valley, Erie Railway,” was commissioned in 1873 by the investor James McHenry, who took control of Erie Railway after ousting Jay Gould. The painting…
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Circuit Trails Coalition Secures Funding to Bring Over 90 Miles of New Trails to Philadelphia, Surrounding Region
The Circuit Trails Coalition has recently obtained funding to support the development of up to 91 miles of new trails in Philadelphia and the surrounding region, with several projects already in progress, writes Mike D’Onofrio for AXIOS Philadelphia. Upon completion, the Circuit Trails in the region will stretch for more than 500 miles, connecting nine…
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How a Network of Trails Became One of the Region’s Biggest Success Stories
The year 2025 was marked by moments that dominated headlines and conversations nationwide — from TikTok nearly being banned and the viral Coldplay concert clip, to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce getting engaged, to an American being elected as the head of the Catholic Church. Across Pennsylvania and New Jersey, the year brought its own…
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Historic 70-Foot Ferris Wheel Returns Home to Phoenixville
A historic 78-foot Ferris wheel, dubbed the Phoenix Wheel, is set to return home to Phoenixville next spring, reports the Phoenixville Regional Chamber of Commerce. The historic Phoenix Bridge Company, a subsidiary of Phoenix Iron Works, originally built the iron components to the wheel over a century ago. The wheel served as a popular attraction…
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Ridley’s Notre Dame Choir Wins B101 Christmas Choir Competition
The choir at Notre Dame de Lourdes School in the Swarthmorewood section of Ridley Township is this year’s winner of the B101 2025 K-8th Grade Christmas Choir competition, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The school’s music program will receive $5,000 from the win. The choir will also perform their winning song, “Like It’s…
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Schuylkill River in the Running for Pennsylvania’s 2026 River of the Year Honors
The Schuylkill River in Pennsylvania is one of three rivers being considered for Pennsylvania’s 2026 River of the Year honors, as selected by the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds & Rivers. The Schuylkill is known for being an urban oasis surrounded by the backdrop of a gorgeous skyline along with bustling roads. It has such a…
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Brandywine Museum of Art in Chadds Ford Hosts First Solo Museum Exhibition by Baltimore Artist
Jerrell Gibbs, who once dreamed of playing in the NFL, shifted to art and has seen a swift ascent in his career, culminating in his first solo museum exhibition at the Brandywine Museum of Art in Chadds Ford, writes Chadd Scott for Forbes. A photograph of his wife and daughter inspired the direction of his career. “I looked at it and I…
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Elkins Park Artist Depicts Entire Sixers Season Through Art
In Elkins Park, Lydia Hope Victor is blending Philly sports fandom with visual storytelling, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 22-year-old graphic designer and multimedia artist has built a devoted following for her bold, player-centered work, from illustrated banners to a standout Allen Iverson-inspired sweater vest that helped elevate her profile. Victor is…
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Your Montco Guide to the Best Cut-Your-Own Christmas Tree Farms
With the holiday season in full swing, those looking to make a memory-filled day trip don’t have to travel far. The Philadelphia Inquirer curated this list of Montgomery County’s beloved Christmas tree farms, each offering its own take on seasonal cheer. In Collegeville, Corkum Tree Farm has welcomed families for more than 30 years with…
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MCCC to Host Pottstown Area Artists Guild Members’ Show
Celebrate and enjoy a collection of some of the best artwork created by community artists living in the Pottstown area. Montgomery County Community College’s Montco Cultural Center will host the 65th annual Pottstown Area Artists Guild Members’ Show, beginning with an opening reception on Friday, Dec. 5, from 5-7:00 PM in the Montco Cultural Center North Hall Gallery,…
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Gladwyne’s Jake Weinstein Brings Heartfelt Robots to Center City Gallery
Gladwyne native Jake Weinstein has turned a lifelong fascination with robots into a rising artistic career, debuting his first solo exhibition, “Clankers,” at the Works on Paper Gallery in Rittenhouse Square, reports the Philadelphia Inquirer. Weinstein’s robot illustrations are far from cold machines. His dome-headed caretakers, quirky dancers, and expressive metal giants blend whimsy with…
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Ardmore’s Raab Collection Lists Rare JFK Assassination Recording for $750K
A Montgomery County collectibles firm is at the center of a stunning historical moment, writes Mike Newall for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Ardmore-based Raab Collection has listed an original Air Force One recording from the assassination of President John F. Kennedy for $750,000. The recording offers more than two hours of real-time radio traffic from Nov.…
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The Philadelphia Editor Who Made Thanksgiving a National Tradition
Did you know one woman’s determination turned Thanksgiving into a beloved national holiday? Sarah Josepha Hale, a trailblazing editor in 19th-century Philadelphia, convinced Abraham Lincoln to unite the nation with an annual day of gratitude. Here is the story of how Hale’s visionary campaign shaped the Thanksgiving tradition we cherish today as shared by Rund…
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PECO Helps Bring the Holiday Magic to These Five Local Light Displays
The Philadelphia region will shine a little brighter this winter, thanks to a lineup of beloved holiday light attractions supported by PECO. From historic Center City traditions to immersive suburban displays, these sparkling showcases invite families and friends to step into the season together. Historic Grandeur at Wanamaker Light Show Since its 1956 debut, the…
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