April 24, 2019 12:25 pm

Then and Now: City Hall and the Billy Penn Statue

Philadelphia’s City Hall and the William Penn statue above it have become cultural icons. Erin Coleman explains the history behind the statue’s legacy and the longtime Philly sports controversy surrounding it.

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