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Clearing the Fog of War at The Museum of the American Revolution
The Museum of the American Revolution will be the latest addition to Philadelphia's historic Olde City district, where visitors from all over the world flock to learn more about the founding of the United States. With an opening scheduled for 2016, vice president ZeeAnn Mason explains how the museum will tell the untold story of the conflict that shaped the country.
Penn Museum Offers Emergency Workshops To Protect Syrian Collections
The Penn Museum's Cultural Heritage Center teamed up with the Smithsonian Institute and the Syrian Interim Government's Heritage Task Force to assist museum curators and civilians working to protect their cultural heritage amongst strife in the region.
Global Conversations With: Jane Golden, Director of the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program
Jane Golden is the Director of Philadelphia's Mural Arts Program, the most successful such program in the world. She sat down with Global Philadelphia's Executive Director Zabeth Teelucksingh to talk about her career, the importance of the city's murals and what's next for her program. EIJP's Jacob Colon transcribed the conversation.
Asian Arts Initiative's Pearl Street PopUp Place Receives ArtPlace America Grant
The Pearl Street and DesignPhiladelphia PopUp Place project, lead by the Asian Arts Initiative and the Philadelphia Center for Architecture, was recently named a recipient of an ArtPlace America creative placemaking grant.
Global Conversations With: Rebecca Johnson, Executive Director of AIA Philadelphia
On July 7, Rebecca Johnson was named the new Executive Director of AIA Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Center for Architecture. She spoke with EIJP's Peak Johnson about what she hopes to bring to the position, her career path and the role architects will play in the city's future.
Mayor Nutter Visits Paris For Business Development Trip
On July 24, Mayor Michael Nutter made began a six-day business development and cultural exchange trip to Paris to discuss foreign investment, cycling and World Heritage.
Philadelphia's Growth Discussed Technically At OpenAccessPHL Meeting
In July, OpenAccessPHL's monthly meeting was held at Benjamin's Desk (1701 Walnut St.), where the city's tech professionals and freelancers discussed their work and ways of improving the region's tech reputation.
World Forum for Foreign Direct Investment in Philadelphia Means Business
During the 11th Annual World Forum for Foreign Direct Investment, hosted for the first time in North America at Philadelphia's Union League (140 S. Broad Street), business leaders from all over the globe came to speak, learn and network. Of the many educational panels and seminars, presentations on the amenities that draw investors and the importance of cyber security stood out.
The DVRPC Helps Transportation in the Delaware Valley Move Forward
During the Delaware Valley Goods Movement Task Force's recent quarterly meeting, the Regional Planning Commission and PennDOT presented their tireless efforts to improve all things transportation in the region.
Curtis Institute Showcases Talent Internationally With "Curtis on Tour"
Earlier this summer, the Curtis Institute of Music (1726 Locust St.) presented "Curtis On Tour," an international expedition to showcase the chops of students, faculty and alumni.
GPA's Testimonial Campaign Creates Buzz on Social Media
The Global Philadelphia Association launched a testimonial campaign this summer to put a face on the association’s activities and to bridge the gap between 2013’s GlobalPhilly Expo and its return scheduled for 2015. By highlighting a variety of member testimonies on the association's social media channels, GPA has illustrated its work to a broad global audience.
Economy League's 2014 World Class Summit: Tracking Philadelphia’s Progress on Growth and Opportunity
At the Economy League's recent World Class Summit, education was the focus in a program dedicated to exploring ways of making Philadelphia the world's fastest growing metropolis.
A World of Health: Philadelphia's Globally Renowned Medical Community
With 96 hospitals in the region, award-winning specialty care, world-renowned physicians and a wide breadth of medical research, Philadelphia boasts one of the most impressive healthcare communities worldwide.
Lifetime Achievement Awards Recognize Philadelphia's Finest at Marian Anderson Anniversary Gala
Every year, The Marian Anderson Historical Society (762 Martin St.) hosts a Marian Anderson Anniversary Gala at The African American Museum of Philadelphia (701 Arch St.) to commemorate the memory of the late, ground-breaking singer and to recognize those that carry on her legacy of positive social action. After lifetimes of humanitarian work, 2014's recipients couldn't be more deserving of the honor. 
Mural Arts Program Hosts "Great Gateways and The Cities That Make Them" Panel
On June 18 at the Philadelphia Center for Architecture (1218 Arch St.), the Mural Arts Program held a panel discussion titled “Great Gateways and the Cities That Make Them.” The panel featured an array of experts discussing the recent psychylustro exhibition and its broader impacts for the city's development.
Replica Creative and Young Involved Philadelphia Host First "Creative Café Coffee Chat"
On June 30, Replica Creative and Young Involved Philadelphia hosted their inagural "Creative Café Coffee Chat" at Replica Creative's headquarters (33 S. 18th St.) The event featured presentations from some of the city's leading young, innovative entrepreneurs, a dialogue with the audience and, of course, coffee and pastries.
Office of Immigration and Refugee Resettlement Provider Host "World Refugee Roundtable"
On June 13, the Mayor's Office of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs and the Philadelphia Refugee Resettlement Provider Collaborative hosted a "World Refugee Day Roundtable Panel and Discussion" following Mayor Nutter's announcement of June as Immigrant Heritage Month. Leaders from the city's refugee resettlement agencies discussed the importance of recognizing the struggles faced by refugees the world over and the opportunities they have to build new lives in Philadelphia.
Cooking Up A Global Education: The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College
The Restaurant School at Walnut Hill College (4207 Walnut St.) brings unites the vast world of cuisine, to the benefit of students and patrons alike.
Photo Essay: Worldtown Festival Celebrates World Cup and Philadelphia’s International Diversity
On June 14, the Piazza at Schmidt’s (1001 N. 2nd St.) played host to “Wordtown Festival: World Cup Edition.”
Global Conversations With: William Burke-White, Inaugural Director of Penn's Perry World House
William Burke-White is a graduate of Harvard Law, former lecturer at Princeton and deputy dean at Penn. On July 1, he will become the University of Pennsylvania's first Richard Perry Professor and Director of the Perry World House. He sat down with EIJP correspondent Peak Johnson to talk about his work with Hillary Clinton, upcoming role and Philadelphia's position as an international city.