Historical Society of Pennsylvania Neighborhood Tours

Posted by on April 14, 2006

HSP?S NEIGHBORHOOD TOURS

Discover Philadelphia?s rich history beyond its historic center! Board a trolley and discover two of the city?s earliest neighborhoods, Greater Northern Liberties and Old Southwark. Located north and south of the original city center (now the historic district), these areas attracted African Americans and new immigrants for more than two centuries. Today, they remain diverse and vibrant social and economic centers. Due to rising real estate prices, though, these historical treasures are in imminent danger of losing their multiethnic mix. Along the tour routes and stops, we will listen and look for hidden histories revealed, lost voices recalled, the changing use of sites over time, and hear current residents? stories ? all illustrating the power of place and how memories are embodied in space.

These tours are organized by The Historical Society of Pennsylvania with the input and assistance of local community members. They are made possible by generous support from Heritage Philadelphia, an arm of the Pew Family Foundation.

HOW TO REGISTER: Use the form below.

REGISTRATION FORM FOR HSP NEIHBORHOOD TOURS

Tour Details: Registration is on a first come, first served basis. Certain numbers of seats are reserved for specific constituencies. The tours are free and include lunch. At the end of the tour, you will be asked to complete a short questionnaire to assess your tour experience.

How to Register: Fill out the form below for each person registering. Preferred method is to fax (215-732-2680) or email it to Jennifer Coval, jcoval@hsp.org. If you cannot use either of these methods, you may also call her at 215-732-6200, x260 or mail the form to her at HSP, 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107-5699.

Please fill out all the information requested. We need this information for reporting purposes. You are not registered until you receive a confirmation by email or fax. If you do not have these options, we will notify you by regular mail or by phone. Certain numbers of seats are reserved for specific constituencies. If you do not receive a confirmation, you have automatically been put on a waiting list and you will be notified if a space opens.

Cancellation: If you reserve and need to cancel, please notify us as soon as possible so that we can fill the seat with someone who is on the waiting list.

Name: ___________________________________________________________
Email address (preferred):____________________________________________
Fax number:_______________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________

Phone numbers: (list one which is easiest to reach you first) _________________________________________________________________

Identify yourself (check as many as apply):
_____ tourism professional (name affiliation) ____________________________
_____ teacher
_____ student
_____ city resident
_____ greater Philadelphia area resident (includes Southern NJ)
_____ out of town visitor
_____ representative of local cultural organization
(name of organization)_________________________
_____member of HSP
_____other (please specify) ___________________________

Mark an ?X? next to the tour(s) for which you wish to register. If you choose more than one, rank your choices with a ?1? or ?2.?

____The Greater Northern Liberties Treasures
Date: May 6, 2006
Time: 9:00-2:00 p.m.
Where to Meet: Tour starts at corner of North 7th and Poplar.
Where to Park: Ample parking can be found on the street.

_____Southwark: Tracing Our Past, Weaving Our Future
Date: May 13, 2006
Time: 9:00-2:30 p.m.
Where to Meet: In the parking lot (see parking information below).

Where to Park: Parking is free at Parkway Lot–Entrance to lot is on Christian between Water and Front Streets (literally under I-95). All cars must present ?parking pass,? to the attendant which we will provide when you arrive. All cars parked for the tour MUST leave the lot as soon as the tour ends. Cars will not be able to leave the lot after the attendant leaves at 3 p.m.