The Greater Philadelphia Area
Presented by Roxborough Manayunk Wissahickon Historical Society
Events are free to the public.
Wednesday, October 25th
To be held at:
Journey’s Way
403 Rector Street
Philadelphia, PA 19128
@ 7 PM
Guest Speakers — Jerry Francis, Ann Bagley & Sylvia Myers – Belmont Hills (aka West Manayunk) – a visual history
Q: Where can you find some of the United States of America’s oldest relics and richest history?
A: In the Roxborough-Manayunk-Wissahickon section of Philadelphia.
Swedish settlements started in Philadelphia as early as 1639. Gradually, they moved west of the Delaware River to the surrounding suburbs. Philadelphia’s oldest house is on the West River Drive and was built by Swedes in 1660. Outside the house, a sign reads; “Boelsen Cottage 1684.” It was surveyed by Thomas Holme in 1684, but built in 1660, as a sign closer to the house reads.
Fundraiser for East Falls Historical Society
East Falls House Party (Sat. 10/18)
Celebrating a restored 19th century mansion with Food, Song & History
Historical Lager Tasting in newly-restored Beer Baron’s Mansion
Period staging plus “Pop-Up” museum of regional artifacts & breweriana
Last of the 40’s Big Band Singers — local legend Harry Prime — in the grand ballroom
Generous “cocktail-style” spread by Epicure Cafe
$35 includes wine, beer, and homebrewed hard cider
http://eastfallshistoricalsociety.com/shop/
Proceeds benefit East Falls Historical Society and EF Community Council