How to make life easier(?) for the Victorian tailor

While going through some pamphlets for an upcoming question of the week on the Philadelphia Bourse, I came across this one: Having something of a background in garment construction, this immediately caught my eye and was worth another look.  According to the manufacturer, this particular device “won unstinted praise of cutters in all parts of [...]

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October 25, 2010 — An historic day at HSP

Yesterday, HSP received its historical marker!  This commemorative blue and gold sign sits just a few yards up from the southwest corner of 13th and Locust streets.  This year, HSP is celebrating our building’s 100th anniversary.  You can learn more about the history of our building in our online exhibit and past blog post; and [...]

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Huzzah! (almost) 100 years at 1300 Locust Street

2010 will mark the 100th anniversary of the current home of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, located at 13th and Locust streets. It is a milestone for a building that most people walk by without giving a second glance.   Just how did HSP come to live at this site?  Here’s a quick rundown of our [...]

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