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Philly’s Black history can be seen through its landscape

From markers to murals to street names, Philadelphia reflects the history of its Black residents — if you know where to look.

A bronze statue of Bishop Richard Allen is pictured outside of Mother Bethel AME Church in South Philadelphia on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. Bishop Allen founded Mother Bethel in 1794 and served the community until his death in 1831.
A bronze statue of Bishop Richard Allen is pictured outside of Mother Bethel AME Church in South Philadelphia on Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022. Bishop Allen founded Mother Bethel in 1794 and served the community until his death in 1831.Read moreErin Blewett
    by Amy Jane Cohen, For The Inquirer
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