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“People really tuned in. They were super curious.” – Meredith
“I’ve been loving your history pop ups.” – Michael
“We loved listening and learning about Philly history under the beautiful cherry tree!” – Patti
What is a history pop up?
Philly History Pop Ups are fun, often free gatherings hosted by Cara Schneider Bongiorno (me!), a veteran tourism
marketer who loves sharing what I found most interesting in promoting Philadelphia to travel media for 20+ years.
They’re 45-minute, lively presentations–given indoors or outdoors–that appeal to people curious about our city. I want guests to enjoy themselves, have a few, “Aha!” moments, and maybe do a little exploring on their own afterwards.
When and Where?
I schedule and promote about a dozen public pop ups a year, and do many for private groups. Locations vary, but homebase is the picnic tables at Corinthian Gardens, outside the massive stone wall
of Eastern State Penitentiary.
Betsy Ross House
Upcoming Public Philly History Pop Ups
Wed, May 29PhiladelphiaMay 29, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMPhiladelphia, 2050 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USAHear the story of the event that drew 10 million people to Fairmount Park in 1876; learn what came from the Expo, and where all those buildings went. The topic is especially timely as Philadelphia prepares for the nation’s 250th in 2026.
Thu, Jun 27Guild House HotelJun 27, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMGuild House Hotel, 1307 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USATea & cookies reception and entertaining presentation on an event the Guild House Hotel and Philly History Pop Ups have in common: The Centennial Exposition of 1876.- Tue, Jul 16PhiladelphiaJul 16, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMPhiladelphia, 2050 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USALafayette! It’s a name we know–the Marquis de Lafayette–but his impact on the formation of our country, and even our perception of it, holds layers of surprise and inspiration. Program closes with a fellow Philadelphian sharing her ancestor's story of connection to Lafayette.
Thu, Jul 18PhiladelphiaJul 18, 2024, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMPhiladelphia, 6026 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144, USAHear the Lafayette story on site at Wyck House in Germantown. House tour to follow. Organized by Main Line School Night. $55. (Discounts for MLSN members.) CLICK on event title for more info.- Tue, Jul 30PhiladelphiaJul 30, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMPhiladelphia, 2030 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USAHear the tale of one of the weirdest, most over-the-top events in city history– massive, medieval style party that happened in South Philly during the Revolutionary War.
Thu, May 16PhiladelphiaMay 16, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMPhiladelphia, 2050 Brown St, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USASummer series at Corinthian Gardens returns with a themed version of "Interesting Twists on Places You Know," revealing some lesser-known stories hiding inside Philly historic sites and attractions.
Thu, May 09Creutzburg CenterMay 09, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PMCreutzburg Center, 260 Gulph Creek Road, RadnorA pop up for lifelong learners at MLSN's Creutzburg Center building in Radnor. Hear the tale of one of the weirdest, most over-the-top events in city history. Period snacks included. $35 ticket through MLSN. (Discounts for members.) CLICK on event title for more info.
Fri, Apr 05PAST EVENT PhiladelphiaApr 05, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMPAST EVENT Philadelphia, 133 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USAFirst Friday pop up themed around craftsmanship, inspired by Claudia Mills’ in-studio looms and Philadelphia’s manufacturing history. Topic will be “Interesting Twists on Places You Know: HANDMADE edition."- Thu, Mar 14PAST EVENT PhiladelphiaMar 14, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PMPAST EVENT Philadelphia, 1307 Locust St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USAWomen’s History Month tea & cookies reception and entertaining presentation on an event the Guild House Hotel and Philly History Pop Ups have in common: The Centennial Exposition of 1876.
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