The Federal Writers' Project American Guides

Most of us are familiar with the artwork created by the Works Progress Administration: the striking photography, the murals in state buildings and post offices, the posters, and the public sculptures, but fewer are aware of the work done by the writers and authors who produced that work. The WPA relief programs were widely criticized as… continue reading The Federal Writers' Project American Guides

By written by Nina C.    January 18, 2022   

• History
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• Works Progress Administration

What is "Public History", Anyway?

On Thursday, February 20 , David W. Young will appear at Parkway Central Library to discuss his book, Battles of Germantown: Effective Public History in America .  Many Philadelphia residents are familiar with the annual reenactment of the historic 1777 Battle of Germantown—a loss for the Continental Army under the command of George… continue reading What is "Public History", Anyway?

By written by Nina C.    February 19, 2020   

• Events at the Library
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• Social Justice
• Black History Month
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• Architecture
• Diversity Equity and Inclusion