Elizabeth WellingtonWhat I DoAs a columnist, I write about gender, race, fashion, culture and wellness. I share my personal take on the way we live and how we style our lives.(215) 854-2704A formerly enslaved man was thrown out of an Old City church. He then founded America’s first African Methodist Episcopal church.Mother Bethel is the oldest independent Christian denomination founded by Black people and it was founded at 6th and Lombard Streets as a reaction to white supremacy.Elizabeth Wellington Feb. 5, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee costumes from the Oscar-nominated wardrobe of ‘Sinners’ at the African American Museum in PhiladelphiaRuth E. Carter's designs for Michael B. Jordan and the "Sinners" cast will be on display through September at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 23, 2026Link copied to clipboardFour of the five Mar-a-Largo-faced women on ‘Members Only’ are from Philly. Why are we watching this? The Netflix hit features four high-society Philadelphia women, only one of whom we've heard of before. All living out a gold-trimmed Donald Trump fever dream.Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist Jan. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboardWhat was the first city-sponsored New Year’s Day procession in America? The answer lies in Philly.The Mummers Parade, with all its boisterousness, is an annual nod to Philly's immigrant communities. And has a rich history of communities coming together to celebrate the new year.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 8, 2026Link copied to clipboardAmerica’s 250th birthday is the moment Philly museums have been waiting for Cultural institutions are planning America's biggest bashes. Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 28, 2025Link copied to clipboard‘Eat a cheesesteak’: Will Smith’s advice to a younger Will on ‘Bel-Air’ is the perfect ending to the seriesThe show's Will (played by Jabari Banks) is returning to Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania. The older Will has some tips.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboardWhat do you think Taylor Swift’s wedding dress should look like?And what about Travis Kelce’s outfit?Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboardThe first public Girl Scout cookie sale took place at the intersection of Broad and Arch StreetsIn 1932, Girl Scouts baked batch upon batch of the Trefoil standing behind the Philadelphia Gas Company's street level windows.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 29, 2026Link copied to clipboardChill Moody’s newest venture is a book about a little girl with magical golf clubsThe rapper wants Gia, the protagonist who rocks a red golf tee and wields magical golf clubs, to inspire more Black and brown children to take up golf. And be the next Dora, the Explorer. Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 23, 2026Link copied to clipboardFounding Father Ben Franklin also founded America’s first volunteer fire department After a fire nearly destroyed a colonial community along the Delaware River, Ben Franklin organized the first volunteer fire company in 1736. Its warehouse was in Old City.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboardAmerica’s first balloon ride happened right here in Philly, the birthplace of American aeronauticsWith Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Adams, and George Washington in the audience, an American first took place where the Athenæum now stands.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboardHarriett’s Bookshop among bookstores receiving a $500 Christmas bonus from James PattersonThe bestselling author has been doling out cash to bookstores since 2015. “Publishing and publishers as we’ve known them are at stake," he said.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboardWhite is the 2026 Pantone Color of the Year. They say the choice isn’t political. Standing here on the brink of 2026, I say Cloud Dancer as Color of the Year is an eerily spot-on harbinger the direction of American politics under Trump. Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist Dec. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboardInside the Philly traveling museum where Black collectors finally take the spotlightMuseums routinely curate exhibitions centering collectors’ works but this traveling art museum is a unicorn. Its "walls" are solely dedicated to the collections of Black collectors. Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 29, 2025Link copied to clipboardHere’s where you can watch this year’s Oscar-nominated movies, online and in theatersNeed a snow day movie recommendation? It's not too late for you to take in this year's Oscar picksElizabeth Wellington Jan. 24, 2026Link copied to clipboardYes, Philly is most definitely a basketball city. Dating all the way back to 1898.America’s first professional basketball game was played right here. It was fast and furious but, sadly, ended with the Philadelphia team losing.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 22, 2026Link copied to clipboardHow is this Eagles fan keeping the faith? By churning out Billy Joel parodies Content creator and Hamilton native Robert Williams III's videos have garnered many fans. Including Questlove, State Rep. Joanna McClinton, and even the famously estranged Hall and OatesElizabeth Wellington Jan. 10, 2026Link copied to clipboardPhiladelphia’s latest fashion craze? A coat inspired by Kalaya’s Chutatip ‘Nok’ Suntaranon. And her dogs.In sustainable fashion brand Lobo Mau's latest swinging offering, Peggy Guggenheim meets Chef Nok meets Pomeranians.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 31, 2025Link copied to clipboardMove over Versace, Taylor Swift debuted her first outfit ‘that goes hard’ at age 11 before a Sixers game A red duster, an American Flag top, and white pants was the tween's outfit of choice, the Berks County native revealed on "The Late Show."Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboardJoan Shepp named one of the best clothing shops in the country by the New York TimesThe eponymous store was founded by its owner in 1971 and was arguably Philadelphia's first concept boutiqueElizabeth Wellington Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
A formerly enslaved man was thrown out of an Old City church. He then founded America’s first African Methodist Episcopal church.Mother Bethel is the oldest independent Christian denomination founded by Black people and it was founded at 6th and Lombard Streets as a reaction to white supremacy.Elizabeth Wellington Feb. 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
A formerly enslaved man was thrown out of an Old City church. He then founded America’s first African Methodist Episcopal church.Mother Bethel is the oldest independent Christian denomination founded by Black people and it was founded at 6th and Lombard Streets as a reaction to white supremacy.Elizabeth Wellington Feb. 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See costumes from the Oscar-nominated wardrobe of ‘Sinners’ at the African American Museum in PhiladelphiaRuth E. Carter's designs for Michael B. Jordan and the "Sinners" cast will be on display through September at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See costumes from the Oscar-nominated wardrobe of ‘Sinners’ at the African American Museum in PhiladelphiaRuth E. Carter's designs for Michael B. Jordan and the "Sinners" cast will be on display through September at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Four of the five Mar-a-Largo-faced women on ‘Members Only’ are from Philly. Why are we watching this? The Netflix hit features four high-society Philadelphia women, only one of whom we've heard of before. All living out a gold-trimmed Donald Trump fever dream.Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist Jan. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Four of the five Mar-a-Largo-faced women on ‘Members Only’ are from Philly. Why are we watching this? The Netflix hit features four high-society Philadelphia women, only one of whom we've heard of before. All living out a gold-trimmed Donald Trump fever dream.Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist Jan. 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
What was the first city-sponsored New Year’s Day procession in America? The answer lies in Philly.The Mummers Parade, with all its boisterousness, is an annual nod to Philly's immigrant communities. And has a rich history of communities coming together to celebrate the new year.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 8, 2026Link copied to clipboard
What was the first city-sponsored New Year’s Day procession in America? The answer lies in Philly.The Mummers Parade, with all its boisterousness, is an annual nod to Philly's immigrant communities. And has a rich history of communities coming together to celebrate the new year.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 8, 2026Link copied to clipboard
America’s 250th birthday is the moment Philly museums have been waiting for Cultural institutions are planning America's biggest bashes. Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 28, 2025Link copied to clipboard
America’s 250th birthday is the moment Philly museums have been waiting for Cultural institutions are planning America's biggest bashes. Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 28, 2025Link copied to clipboard
‘Eat a cheesesteak’: Will Smith’s advice to a younger Will on ‘Bel-Air’ is the perfect ending to the seriesThe show's Will (played by Jabari Banks) is returning to Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania. The older Will has some tips.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboard
‘Eat a cheesesteak’: Will Smith’s advice to a younger Will on ‘Bel-Air’ is the perfect ending to the seriesThe show's Will (played by Jabari Banks) is returning to Philadelphia to attend the University of Pennsylvania. The older Will has some tips.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 11, 2025Link copied to clipboard
What do you think Taylor Swift’s wedding dress should look like?And what about Travis Kelce’s outfit?Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
What do you think Taylor Swift’s wedding dress should look like?And what about Travis Kelce’s outfit?Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 30, 2025Link copied to clipboard
The first public Girl Scout cookie sale took place at the intersection of Broad and Arch StreetsIn 1932, Girl Scouts baked batch upon batch of the Trefoil standing behind the Philadelphia Gas Company's street level windows.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 29, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The first public Girl Scout cookie sale took place at the intersection of Broad and Arch StreetsIn 1932, Girl Scouts baked batch upon batch of the Trefoil standing behind the Philadelphia Gas Company's street level windows.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 29, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Chill Moody’s newest venture is a book about a little girl with magical golf clubsThe rapper wants Gia, the protagonist who rocks a red golf tee and wields magical golf clubs, to inspire more Black and brown children to take up golf. And be the next Dora, the Explorer. Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Chill Moody’s newest venture is a book about a little girl with magical golf clubsThe rapper wants Gia, the protagonist who rocks a red golf tee and wields magical golf clubs, to inspire more Black and brown children to take up golf. And be the next Dora, the Explorer. Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Founding Father Ben Franklin also founded America’s first volunteer fire department After a fire nearly destroyed a colonial community along the Delaware River, Ben Franklin organized the first volunteer fire company in 1736. Its warehouse was in Old City.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Founding Father Ben Franklin also founded America’s first volunteer fire department After a fire nearly destroyed a colonial community along the Delaware River, Ben Franklin organized the first volunteer fire company in 1736. Its warehouse was in Old City.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
America’s first balloon ride happened right here in Philly, the birthplace of American aeronauticsWith Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Adams, and George Washington in the audience, an American first took place where the Athenæum now stands.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
America’s first balloon ride happened right here in Philly, the birthplace of American aeronauticsWith Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, John Adams, and George Washington in the audience, an American first took place where the Athenæum now stands.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 1, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Harriett’s Bookshop among bookstores receiving a $500 Christmas bonus from James PattersonThe bestselling author has been doling out cash to bookstores since 2015. “Publishing and publishers as we’ve known them are at stake," he said.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Harriett’s Bookshop among bookstores receiving a $500 Christmas bonus from James PattersonThe bestselling author has been doling out cash to bookstores since 2015. “Publishing and publishers as we’ve known them are at stake," he said.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
White is the 2026 Pantone Color of the Year. They say the choice isn’t political. Standing here on the brink of 2026, I say Cloud Dancer as Color of the Year is an eerily spot-on harbinger the direction of American politics under Trump. Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist Dec. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboard
White is the 2026 Pantone Color of the Year. They say the choice isn’t political. Standing here on the brink of 2026, I say Cloud Dancer as Color of the Year is an eerily spot-on harbinger the direction of American politics under Trump. Elizabeth Wellington | Columnist Dec. 4, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Inside the Philly traveling museum where Black collectors finally take the spotlightMuseums routinely curate exhibitions centering collectors’ works but this traveling art museum is a unicorn. Its "walls" are solely dedicated to the collections of Black collectors. Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 29, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Inside the Philly traveling museum where Black collectors finally take the spotlightMuseums routinely curate exhibitions centering collectors’ works but this traveling art museum is a unicorn. Its "walls" are solely dedicated to the collections of Black collectors. Elizabeth Wellington Nov. 29, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Here’s where you can watch this year’s Oscar-nominated movies, online and in theatersNeed a snow day movie recommendation? It's not too late for you to take in this year's Oscar picksElizabeth Wellington Jan. 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Here’s where you can watch this year’s Oscar-nominated movies, online and in theatersNeed a snow day movie recommendation? It's not too late for you to take in this year's Oscar picksElizabeth Wellington Jan. 24, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Yes, Philly is most definitely a basketball city. Dating all the way back to 1898.America’s first professional basketball game was played right here. It was fast and furious but, sadly, ended with the Philadelphia team losing.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 22, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Yes, Philly is most definitely a basketball city. Dating all the way back to 1898.America’s first professional basketball game was played right here. It was fast and furious but, sadly, ended with the Philadelphia team losing.Elizabeth Wellington Jan. 22, 2026Link copied to clipboard
How is this Eagles fan keeping the faith? By churning out Billy Joel parodies Content creator and Hamilton native Robert Williams III's videos have garnered many fans. Including Questlove, State Rep. Joanna McClinton, and even the famously estranged Hall and OatesElizabeth Wellington Jan. 10, 2026Link copied to clipboard
How is this Eagles fan keeping the faith? By churning out Billy Joel parodies Content creator and Hamilton native Robert Williams III's videos have garnered many fans. Including Questlove, State Rep. Joanna McClinton, and even the famously estranged Hall and OatesElizabeth Wellington Jan. 10, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia’s latest fashion craze? A coat inspired by Kalaya’s Chutatip ‘Nok’ Suntaranon. And her dogs.In sustainable fashion brand Lobo Mau's latest swinging offering, Peggy Guggenheim meets Chef Nok meets Pomeranians.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 31, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia’s latest fashion craze? A coat inspired by Kalaya’s Chutatip ‘Nok’ Suntaranon. And her dogs.In sustainable fashion brand Lobo Mau's latest swinging offering, Peggy Guggenheim meets Chef Nok meets Pomeranians.Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 31, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Move over Versace, Taylor Swift debuted her first outfit ‘that goes hard’ at age 11 before a Sixers game A red duster, an American Flag top, and white pants was the tween's outfit of choice, the Berks County native revealed on "The Late Show."Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Move over Versace, Taylor Swift debuted her first outfit ‘that goes hard’ at age 11 before a Sixers game A red duster, an American Flag top, and white pants was the tween's outfit of choice, the Berks County native revealed on "The Late Show."Elizabeth Wellington Dec. 12, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joan Shepp named one of the best clothing shops in the country by the New York TimesThe eponymous store was founded by its owner in 1971 and was arguably Philadelphia's first concept boutiqueElizabeth Wellington Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboard
Joan Shepp named one of the best clothing shops in the country by the New York TimesThe eponymous store was founded by its owner in 1971 and was arguably Philadelphia's first concept boutiqueElizabeth Wellington Dec. 1, 2025Link copied to clipboard