Drug Rehab Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaIntroduction to Drug Rehab Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Granted a charter in 1701, Drug Rehab Philadelphia, also known as "the City of Brotherly Love", is the fifth largest city in the United States with a population of just over 1.5 million people. According to the 2000 census, the population of the greater Drug Rehab Philadelphia metropolitan area is almost 6.2 million people.

Drug Rehab Philadelphia is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the eastern United States, on the Delaware River and the border with New Jersey. It is approximately two hours south of New York City, and two hours north of Baltimore, Maryland.

Drug Rehab Philadelphia is ranked as the 22nd "Most Fun U.S City" in a survey conducted in 2003 by Cranium Inc. Factors taken into account in the ranking include: the number of sports teams, restaurants, dance performances, toy stores, the amount of a city's budget that is spent on recreation, and other factors.

Drug Rehab Philadelphia is known as a city of neighborhoods. Drug Rehab Philadelphia neighborhoods number over 100, including: South Drug Rehab Philadelphia, home to the Italian Market; Germantown; and more.

Drug Rehab Philadelphia History

The first Europeans to settle in the area that is now Drug Rehab Philadelphia were mainly Swedes. English influence began in 1681 with the granting of the Charter of Pennsylvania by Charles II. William Penn, a Quaker, first landed in 1682 in New Castle, Delaware. He is credited with the founding and planning of Drug Rehab Philadelphia. William Penn granted a charter to the City of Drug Rehab Philadelphia in 1701. In 1854 Drug Rehab Philadelphia was expanded to encompass all of the land of Drug Rehab Philadelphia County.

Drug Rehab Philadelphia is rich in colonial history and the history of the American Revolution. Some notable dates and events in Drug Rehab Philadelphia's history include:

In 1698, the first public school in the American Colonies was established in Drug Rehab Philadelphia.

The first American-made printing press in 1718.

Benjamin Franklin first arrived in Drug Rehab Philadelphia in 1723.

In 1773, the Provincial Congress met at Carpenters' Hall.

In 1775, the Continental Congress in session at Drug Rehab Philadelphia elected Benjamin Franklin the first Postmaster General of the United Colonies.

On July 4th, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted; and on July 8th the Declaration of Independence was read to the people from the Observatory, State House Yard.

1777 saw a lot of Revolutionary war action. The British entered Drug Rehab Philadelphia in September. The Battle of Germantown happened on October 15, and the Battle of Red Bank happened on October 22. Mud Fort was evacuated and taken by the British in November.

In 1778, the British evacuated Drug Rehab Philadelphia.

On January 14, 1784, the definitive treaty of peace with England was ratified by Congress.

In 1786, the first steam vessel navigated the Delaware River, in Drug Rehab Philadelphia.

In 1789, the first election of a President of the United States was held.

In 1790, the Law School of the University of Pennsylvania, the oldest law school in America, was founded.

In 1792, an Act passed establishing the United States Mint in Drug Rehab Philadelphia.

The first private residence in the United States lighted by gas was in Drug Rehab Philadelphia in 1816.

In 1876, the first World's Fair in United States was held in Drug Rehab Philadelphia to celebrate the Centennial anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

Notable attractions of historic interest include:

The Betsy Ross House - house where America's first flag maker rented rooms.

The Liberty Bell Center - features exhibits that examine the Liberty Bell.

Independence Hall - building most closely associated with the winning of American independence.

Lights of Liberty - sound and light show that guides individuals through events in the American Revolution.

The National Constitution Center - tells the story of the U.S. Constitution through interactive, multi-media exhibits, and artifacts.

The Old City District (OCD) - Independence Hall, Independence Visitor's Center, the National Constitution Center, and the Liberty Bell Center are but a few of the numerous historical attractions in the Old City District.

Valley Forge National Park - commemorates the collective sacrifices and dedication of the Revolutionary War generation.

Drug Rehab Philadelphia Arts and Culture

Drug Rehab Philadelphia is a vibrant and rich center for arts and culture. Drug Rehab Philadelphia offers museums, the performing arts, and more. Some of Drug Rehab Philadelphia's more notable museums include:

The Franklin Institute Science Museum

The Independence Seaport Museum

The Institute of Contemporary Art

The James A. Michener Art Museum

The Mummers Museum

The National Liberty Museum

The National Museum of American Jewish History

The Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts (the oldest art museum in the U.S.)

The Drug Rehab Philadelphia Athletics Museum and Library

The Drug Rehab Philadelphia Museum of Art

The Drug Rehab Philadelphia Insectarium

The Polish American Cultural Center Museum

The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

The United States Mint

For patrons of the performing arts, Drug Rehab Philadelphia's notable attractions include:

The Chamber Orchestra of Drug Rehab Philadelphia

The Opera Company of Drug Rehab Philadelphia

The Pennsylvania Ballet

The Drug Rehab Philadelphia Chamber Music Society

The Drug Rehab Philadelphia Orchestra

The Drug Rehab Philadelphia Theatre Company

Drug Rehab Philadelphia is also home to numerous events and festivals, including: the Independence Day Ceremony/Drug Rehab Philadelphia Liberty Medal Presentation, Sunoco Welcome America!, which is one of the nation's largest outdoor festivals focusing on July 4th; the Drug Rehab Philadelphia Marathon and Rothman Institute 8 K Race; the Drug Rehab Philadelphia Holiday Festival and City Hall Tree Lighting; and more.

Drug Rehab Philadelphia Sports and Leisure

Drug Rehab Philadelphia has plenty to offer to fill every sports fan's appetite. Drug Rehab Philadelphia and the surrounding area is home to the following major sports teams:

Baseball - The Major League Baseball (MLB) Drug Rehab Philadelphia Phillies. For individuals who like Minor League Baseball action, the Reading Phillies play an hour and a quarter west of Drug Rehab Philadelphia in Reading, Pennsylvania. They are a Double A affiliate of the Drug Rehab Philadelphia Phillies.

Basketball - The National Basketball Association (NBA) Drug Rehab Philadelphia 76ers.

Football - The National Football League (NFL) Drug Rehab Philadelphia Eagles, and the Arena Football League (AFL) Drug Rehab Philadelphia Soul.

Hockey - The American Hockey League Drug Rehab Philadelphia Phantoms, and the National Hockey League Drug Rehab Philadelphia Flyers.

Lacrosse - The National Lacrosse League (NLL) Drug Rehab Philadelphia Wings

Drug Rehab Philadelphia is also home to Fairmount Park, the world’s largest municipal park. Within easy reach of Center City are opportunities for everything from hiking, biking, blading, boating, and more. Two major National Historic Parks, the Valley Forge National Historical Park, and the Washington Crossing Historic Park are also easily accessible from Drug Rehab Philadelphia.

Drug Rehab Philadelphia "Must See" Attractions

Drug Rehab Philadelphia has attractions too numerous to do justice in a simple list. Some of Drug Rehab Philadelphia's more notable and unique attractions include:

The Battleship New Jersey, now a floating museum on the Delaware River, along the Camden Waterfront across from Center City Drug Rehab Philadelphia

The Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site

The Drug Rehab Philadelphia Flower Show, the largest indoor flower show in the world

The Drug Rehab Philadelphia Zoo, America's first zoo

Old City District and all of its historical attractions including Independence Hall, Independence Visitor's Center, the National Constitution Center, the Liberty Bell Center, and more

Drug Rehab Philadelphia at Night

Long famous as the home of the Philly cheese steak and hoagies, Drug Rehab Philadelphia is also home to numerous eating establishments that span the spectrum of culinary/cultural traditions. Good sources for up-to-the-minute information on Drug Rehab Philadelphia's many fine eating destinations can be found in the monthly magazine Drug Rehab Philadelphia, as well as the the City Paper and Drug Rehab Philadelphia Weekly, both of which are free weekly papers.

The center for evening arts activities in Drug Rehab Philadelphia is the Avenue of the Arts cultural district on North and South Broad Street. This area is home to arts facilities such as the Academy of Music, the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Merriam Theater, the Prince Music Theater, and the Wilma Theater.

For individuals looking for the Drug Rehab Philadelphia club and bar scene, good destinations include the Delaware River waterfront, the clubs and bars of the Old City District, and South Street between Front and 9th streets, to name a few of the many destinations for evening fun.

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