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Historical Society Of Pennsylvania Collects Philadelphians' Memories Of Wanamaker Building
In Philadelphia, one phrase unlocks countless memories that bring many people back to a very specific time and place: "Meet me at the Ea ...
In Philadelphia, one phrase unlocks countless memories that bring many people back to a very specific time and place: "Meet me at the Eagle."
For decades, the eagle statue in the Grand Court of the Wanamaker Building at 13th and Market streets was a common meeting spot and usually marked the start of unforgettable visits to the legendary department store.
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It's been a few weeks since the Macy's in Center City closed, but the Historical Society of Pennsylvania on Wednesday gave people a walk down memory lane, displaying some of John Wanamaker's personal records, including scrapbooks, photo albums and original drawings dating as far back as the 1850s.
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