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Historic Philadelphia Evening in Franklin Square

Historic Philadelphia Inc. held its eighth annual Evening in Franklin Square on May 19, which included programs at the Betsy Ross House, Once Upon a Nation storytelling, and several walking tours. More than 450 guests enjoyed cocktails amid the lights of the Chinese Lantern Festival, as well as silent and live auctions, sit-down dinner, and dancing to the band Jellyroll. The $160,000 raised will be used to help maintain safe green space, signature attractions, and free programs.

The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern display at the 8th annual Evening in Franklin Square. MAGGIE HENRY CORCORAN
The Philadelphia Chinese Lantern display at the 8th annual Evening in Franklin Square. MAGGIE HENRY CORCORANRead more
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Historic Philadelphia Inc. held its eighth annual Evening in Franklin Square on May 19, which included programs at the Betsy Ross House, Once Upon a Nation storytelling, and several walking tours. More than 450 guests enjoyed cocktails amid the lights of the Chinese Lantern Festival, as well as silent and live auctions, sit-down dinner, and dancing to the band Jellyroll. The $160,000 raised will be used to help maintain safe green space, signature attractions, and free programs.