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Coordinating the United States’ 250th anniversary in Philadelphia. By the people, for all people.

[Lochlahn March @lochlahn]

The Phillies’ service dog in training, Tugger, is very tired

[PHILADELPHIA250 @Philadelphia250]

Join us for inspirational evening of conversation, recognizing the contributions of women to our shared past, present and future with trailblazing #Philly women leaders. Register for this FREE event today! https://t.co/Xh8yViuJHa

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Is your organization interested in creating a 250th program or experience, then save the date for the Program Community kick-off event on June 1.
To register: https://t.co/EHi9ijTdl6

#250inPhilly

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Great write-up in @PhillyInquirer of artist Yannick Lowery. Yannick was one of our Dare to Declare! Conversation Cards artists, challenged with interpreting a key theme from the Declaration of Independence, Revolutionary Actions. Read on for his latest:
https://t.co/1G21Vakve2

[Ellen Kwon @ellen_hwang_phl]

Know a #Philly hero? I do! Her name’s Frances Hoover and she and her team are doing amazing things in our community at @SmithPlayground! ❤️ Thanks for being you, Frances! We are a better city because of your leadership at Smith!

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This #WomensHistoryMonth get out and explore the rich influence #Philly women have had on our city and beyond. Tour incredible murals honoring the likes of Louisa May Alcott, Mamie Nichols, Harriet Tubman and more. Visit Mural Arts for details: https://t.co/aVMDYLZ90O

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“We want the 250th to be an opportunity where people can feel a personal connection, recognize challenges and commemorate this anniversary in their own unique way,” Danielle DiLeo Kim, President & CEO. Read @ALarson @PhillyTrib article on 2026 Sneak Peek. https://t.co/ndc4Jdd8w5

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Honor African-American Leaders and Legends this Saturday when @SmithPlayground’s Black History Month Exhibition opens at noon with remarks by Mayor Jim Kenney and other honorees.

#BlackHistoryMonth #PeoplesHistory

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On February 18th at the @FreeLibrary, Indigenous Education will explore this oft-overlooked facet of American history with “Forgotten Histories: The Original Brown and Copper-Colored People of the United States.”

https://t.co/WVdT7Evm2a

#PeoplesHistories

[PHILADELPHIA250 @Philadelphia250]

An interesting piece by Tom Devaney about the Rocky statue and its significance for Philadelphians. What does it mean to you?

https://t.co/a4V4CjaksX

#PursuitofHappiness #WhyILovePhiladelphia #Rocky

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Our tagline is “By the People, For All People” but what does that mean? Our vision is that the programs + experiences of the 250th in Philly are inspired and created by the people. Read about our work with @blkconsulting to bring that vision to life.
https://t.co/yK4B8wqZrk

[PHILADELPHIA250 @Philadelphia250]

We were already @PhiladelphiaEagles fans but the announcement that the team is donating money to nine local nonprofits to prevent gun violence made us even prouder of the hometown team as they head to the playoffs.

https://t.co/fGELXrHk2i

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We’re starting 2023 energized by the tremendous community response to our Countdown to the 250th Showcase & Celebration, reaffirming why Philly will be at the epicenter of a global event, showcasing the rich diversity of our neighborhoods + people.
https://t.co/LbeCNxKHCo

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Looking for a volunteer opportunity to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Find regional resources here:
https://t.co/hcFx11fMyu

#SharedProsperity #RevolutionaryActions #KingDay2023 #KingDayPhilly

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A hopeful #PhillyFriday item to start out the year: The Philly based Civic Coalition to Save Lives has announced its plan to coordinate and fund efforts to prevent gun violence in the city.

https://t.co/JrcxkHkiPj

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Our final Dare to Declare artist spotlight focuses on Yannick Lowery, who illustrated the theme of #RevolutionaryActions

https://t.co/Bu60Bvearv

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Health equity remains a critical concern for our city. PHILADELPHIA250 Founding Partner @Ibx tackled the issue through multiple campaigns, three of which were awarded Pepperpot Awards for excellence in communications—a win for all. Congratulations, IBX!

#SharedProsperity

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Wishing you a happy and healthy 2023! We are very excited about the year ahead as we continue to build toward an equitable, inclusive and celebratory 250th in 2026!

#PeoplesHistory #PursuitofHappiness #RevolutionaryActions #SharedProsperity #Countdownto250

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We're ending 2022 on an exciting note with the announcement of the Official Legacies for the 250th!
✹ Our Market project
✹ @SmithPlayground
& Playhouse's Revolutionary Action Figures
✹ @SOPennsylvania's Cities of Inclusion
More info at https://t.co/rVLhPjMTWT

[PHILADELPHIA250 @Philadelphia250]

“This illustration of the Pursuit of Happiness explores a person’s ability to grow with happiness + not be restricted by life’s difficulties. It depicts a person’s potential...life and energy that defies containment.” —illustrator Elaine Knox on her Dare to Declare card