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Philadelphia's west side home to the oldest surviving botanical garden in the U.S.

Flowerbeds, fruit orchards, herb gardens and ancient trees all dating back to the 1790's can be found at Bartram's Garden.

Jul 22

How Pennsylvania minister Rev. Mark Watkinson helped put "In God We Trust" on U.S. currency

How a Pennsylvania minister helped put "In God We Trust" on U.S. currency

The Rev. Mark Watkinson is buried at Pemberton Baptist Cemetery in New Jersey, but his legacy can still be found in your pocket.

Jul 15

How a Baptist minister from Pennsylvania helped put "In God We Trust" on U.S. currency

The Rev. Mark Watkinson is buried at Rev. Mark Watkinson in New Jersey, but his legacy can still be found in your pocket.

Jul 15

Colonial-era taverns helping keep Philadelphia's revolutionary spirit alive

Philadelphia is the proud home of award-winning bars and restaurants, but did you know that the city taverns back in the 18th century were a key part in the founding of our nation? One local spot is even keeping that spirit alive today. CBS News Philadelphia's Dan Snyder reports.

Jul 8

Philly is a Vibe

How Insomnia Cookies went from college house to international success: "Philly born and bred"

Jul 21

How Insomnia Cookies went from a Penn dorm room to an international success

Jul 21

The idea for Insomnia Cookies started inside a dorm room at the University of Pennsylvania

Jul 21

U.S. 250th Anniversary

Christ Church bells, which are 50 years older than the Liberty Bell, will ring in America's 250th

Bells are an integral part of our nation's history. There's the Liberty Bell with its storied crack, of course. But the lesser-known bells at Christ Church in Philadelphia's Old City are even older.

Jun 29

First Bank of the United States in Philadelphia to reopen to the public after decades

The First Bank of the United States in Philadelphia will reopen to the public this week. It's been closed to the public since 1976.

Jun 29

Bells in the belfry tower at Christ Church in Old City

50 years older than the Liberty Bell, Christ Church bells to ring in U.S. 250th

The bells at Christ Church in Old City will ring out as Philadelphia celebrates the country's 250th birthday this weekend.

Jun 29

A float with a huge scroll and red, white and blue decorations for the parade

Officials shorten route for Philly parade celebrating America's 250th

Preparations are underway for Friday's parade in Philadelphia to mark America's 250th anniversary.

Jun 29

Montgomery County goes big for U.S.' semiquincentennial

Five days before America's official 250th birthday party, one Pennsylvania county kicked off the week celebrating both the semiquincentennial and Valley Forge National Historical Park's 50th birthday party.

Jun 29

Montco goes big with birthday bash for semiquincentennial, Valley Forge

Montgomery County on Monday kicked off America's semiquincentennial week with a birthday bash celebrating Valley Forge National Historical Park.

Jun 29

Philly Pigeon Tours to offer historical walking tour during week of 250 events

"Pigeons in America" offers an unconventional side quest during this week's 250th anniversary events around Philadelphia.

Jun 28

The United States Mint in Philadelphia is making special designs for the nation's 250th anniversary

Throughout 2026, the United States Mint in Philadelphia has celebrated by making new coins.

Jun 25

A footbridge runs over a creek in front of the house at Graeme Park in Horsham

This peaceful Pa. park was a place of scandal during the American Revolution

Graeme Park in Horsham is a popular wedding venue, but it wasn't always so peaceful.

Jun 25

This popular wedding venue in Horsham, Pennsylvania, has an unusual tie to the Revolutionary War

Graeme Park, a historic site that's popular for weddings, is peaceful now. But the house on the Horsham, Pennsylvania, property was the site of some marital and political strife during the American Revolution. Reporter Kim Hudson has the story.

Jun 25

How USPS began in Philly and its integral role in American Revolution

Philadelphia is the proud birthplace of the United States Postal Service, and Benjamin Franklin is to thank for it all.

Jun 24

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Meek Mill performing in Philadelphia on July 4

The rapper and Philadelphia native will join Christina Aguilera, Jill Scott and The Roots at the "One Philly Unity Concert" on July 4.

Jun 24

Why has the cheesesteak become so uniquely Philly? An examination.

Why has the cheesesteak become so uniquely Philadelphia? An examination of the iconic sandwich.

Jun 23

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Behind-the-scenes look at parade floats for 2026's "Red, White and Blue To-Do"

Borrowing inspiration from the Rose Parade, the floats feature everything from silk flowers to coffee beans, crushed pine cones and cranberry seeds.

Jun 23

Behind the scenes as Philly preps for "pomp and parade" for the Red, White and Blue To-Do

With floats borrowing inspiration from the Rose Parade, Philadelphia will be ringing in America's 250th with an extra-special celebration on July 2, the day John Adams wanted to be Independence Day. Nikki DeMentri goes behind the scenes as work continues ahead of the Red, White and Blue To-Do.

Jun 23