Philadelphia Landmarks — Points of Interest by Autio
Autio
Historic squares, sports grounds, theaters, parks, planned communities, prisons, and early settlements highlight the landmarks that shaped civic life across Philadelphia and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region.
Location:
United States
Genres:
Arts & Culture Podcasts
Networks:
Autio
Description:
Historic squares, sports grounds, theaters, parks, planned communities, prisons, and early settlements highlight the landmarks that shaped civic life across Philadelphia and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region.
Language:
English
Episodes
Society Hill & New Market
1/4/2026
Occasionally raccoon, possum, or bear’s feet were available for purchase here at the Shambles. Narrated by WF Strong.
Duration:00:03:12
Eastern State Penitentiary Plan
1/4/2026
A new kind of prison and criminal reform program came with a hefty price hag and some delusional ideals. Narrated by Ean Leppin.
Duration:00:02:38
“Mr. Baseball,” Connie Mack
1/4/2026
Mr. Mack was the longest-serving manager in Major League Baseball history. Narrated by Chris Brinkley.
Duration:00:02:40
Independence Square & Hall
1/4/2026
“...The said ground shall be enclosed and remain a public open green and walks forever.” Narrated by Chris Brinkley.
Duration:00:02:35
Swede’s First Fort Christina
1/4/2026
In the first permanent settlement of Delaware, the Swedes built Fort Christina on a natural wharf. Narrated by Ean Leppin.
Duration:00:02:37
Worth A Stroll: Brandywine Park
1/4/2026
For over 100 years, the green space of Wilmington has given the city a quiet refuge into nature. Narrated by Joy Nash.
Duration:00:02:11
King of Prussia, PA
1/4/2026
This town’s name is synonymous with the shopping experience. Narrated by Ean Leppin.
Duration:00:02:16
Highest Point in Delaware
1/4/2026
At a whopping 448 feet above sea level, the seemingly flat road is the second lowest state summit in the nation. Narrated by Connie Weber.
Duration:00:02:12
Community of Dunleith
1/4/2026
After many of Wilmington’s black veterans returned from the front lines, they were left homeless...until the development of Dunleith. Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:02:24
Logan Square Once a Pasture
1/4/2026
William Penn envisioned this square as a green space to keep city dwellers healthy, but locals just used it for public hangings! Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:02:13
1st Racially Integrated Housing
1/4/2026
Prominent building and landscape architects created nineteen single-story Modernist houses in the natural setting of Pennypack Park. Narrated by Tom Glynn.
Duration:00:02:15
Historic Walnut Street Theatre
1/4/2026
The story of the oldest theater in the U.S. and the oldest playhouse in continuous use in the English-speaking world. Narrated by Joy Nash.
Duration:00:02:27
Landmark Hale-Byrnes House
1/4/2026
In the Revolutionary War, George Washington and others met here to plan a defense of the city of Philadelphia. Narrated by Joy Nash.
Duration:00:02:10
First Interacial Baseball Game
1/4/2026
This field saw baseball evolve from an amateur pastime into a competitive professional sport. Narrated by Bill Werlin.
Duration:00:02:24
Preserving America's Treasures
1/4/2026
Come visit "America's most historic square mile"! Narrated by Craig Patterson.
Duration:00:02:37