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Founding
William Penn founded the city. -
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First Institutions "Greene Countrie Towne"
Philadelphia was designed with a purpose as a "Greene Countrie Towne". The streets were laid in a grid, and there was ample space left for parks -
The Five (Four) Parks
Four commons were created in the city plans. These included Logan, Washington, Rittenhouse, and Franklin (named later). A fifth square was replaced by the later construction of city hall. -
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First Growth, For the Public Use
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The Waterworks and Prison
In the early 1800s, these two ambitious projects supported the public need for safety from crime and prisoner rehabilitation, as well as safe drinking water. Pictured is the waterworks, on the schuylkill River. -
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Modern Transportation Growth, Trains to Highways
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Attracting Visitors: Art and Commerce
The Art Museum and Convention Center were created, attracting visitors to the city and showcasing great works and international business. The Art Museum is pictured. -
Transportation Boom
The 20th Century (1901 to 2000) meant development of both rail and highway access to the city. Major rail stations were built decades before major highways, in the 1930s. 30th Street Station (pictured) and Suburban Station aided commuting into the city. -
Modern Travel
The Philadelphia Airport and major highways I-95, 76, and 676 (their sections in and around the city) were completed from the 60's until the 80's. The way we visit the city today is still rather new. -
I Made This Timeline!
Thanks to the photographers for their work, all found on Wikimedia Commons, liked below.
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