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American democracy was born in Philadelphia, and the Republic faced challenges at Valley Forge and Gettysburg. Pennsylvania played a pivotal role in United States history, but today its major cities are home to great arts institutions and important technological research. Beyond the cities, Pennsylvania’s countryside includes breathtaking wilderness areas, hidden architectural gems and charming Amish towns.

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The Design Future of New York as Seen by Urbanist Michael Sorkin

A theorist who can't stop planning has big ideas for his hometown on sustainability, equity and the ...
By Leah Binkovitz

Events May 21-23: A WWII Fighter Pilot’s Tale, Asian Pacific American Culture and the Mississippi River

This week, attend a talk by a decorated WWII fighter pilot, explore a new American History Museum ex...
By Paul Bisceglio

Ali, Marilyn, Jackie and Mr. TIME: The cover artist who helped define a magazine

Originally from Russia, Boris Chaliapan's more than 400 covers for the weekly captured the news of t...
By Leah Binkovitz

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