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Historical Society of Pennsylvania Publishes Historic 1865 Cookbook Book contains hundreds of recipes from Cherry Bread to Broiled Oysters Ever wonder what the typical meal was like back in Civil War-era Philadelphia? Now you can find out and try your hand at cooking dishes like Cherry Bread and Broiled Chops. The Historical Society of Pennsylvania (HSP) recently published a facsimile of a cookbook written by Philadelphia resident Ellen M. Emlen. 4/19/11 Read More	Historical Society of Pennsylvania Marks the Start of the Civil War April 12 with a Historic Document Display Visitors Can See a Copy of the Emancipation Proclamation, Diaries of Civil War Soldiers, and Confederate Currency 3/23/11 Read More
“Preserving the Legacy of Richardson Dilworth” Exhibit Opens at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania Richardson Dilworth was a charismatic politician, lawyer, and reformer who served as mayor of Philadelphia from 1956 to 1962. His life and legacy will be the subject of an exhibit at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania from March 15 through July 15. 3/10/11 Read More	The Greater Philadelphia Roundtable Launches “Phrasing Philadelphia” Year-long series of events and essays explores the slogans that define the city Phrases such as “City of Brotherly Love” and “Workshop of the World” have helped to make Philadelphia famous. But where did these slogans come from, and what do they mean for Philadelphians today? 3/9/11 Read More
The Historical Society of Pennsylvania Appoints New Chair of the Board of Councilors Bruce K. Fenton of Pepper Hamilton LLP assumed the post November 15 The Historical Society of Pennsylvania (HSP) has appointed Bruce K. Fenton as chair of the Board of Councilors. Fenton officially assumed the post on November 15, 2010. He is the first Jewish chairman in the Historical Society’s 187-year history. 2/14/11 Read More	"Preserving Our National Treasures" at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania April 28 Honorees include Susan Eisenhower and Howard H. Lewis 2/4/11 Read More
“Love Story” at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania One guest will win a genealogy package and airfare to trace their own family tree ATTENTION: This event was rescheduled. The new date is Monday, June 20. To register, click here. 1/18/11 Read More	Making Music From Archives at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania Five artists recently examined an archival collection at the Historical Society of Pennsylvania and interpreted that collection through music. 1/12/11 Read More
Five New Members Appointed to HSP's Board of Councilors The Historical Society of Pennsylvania recently welcomed five new members to its Board of Councilors. Lori Cohen, Senator Larry Farnese, Shanta Ghosh, Councilman Bill Green, and John Pickering were appointed at the Society’s annual general meeting November 15. 11/19/10 Read More	Historical Society of Pennsylvania Appoints Senior Director of Programs and Services The Historical Society of Pennsylvania (HSP) announced this week the appointment of Beth Twiss Houting as the new Senior Director of Programs and Services, responsible for all on-site, online, and outreach education, interpretation, and history and heritage programs of the organization. She will begin December 1, 2010. 11/1/10 Read More