Port Richmond

Preserving a culture can be a challenge in a nation that was built on a melting pot philosophy. Throughout the country’s history, families have immigrated to the United States, slowly losing their cultural identity throughout the generations. But the Polish community always finds a way to keep kielbasa, babki, folk dances and an appreciation for Frédéric Chopin close to its heart. The Polish community in Port Richmond is one of the greatest places to witness this cultural preservation firsthand.

“I think graffiti makes Richmond look like a bad community,” Jillian Fetzer says while sitting on a bench in Campbell Square Park. She is reflecting the thoughts of many Port Richmond residents. Graffiti has been

With summer officially here, students are saying goodbye to homework and uncomfortable desks and looking forward to three months of freedom. But while they give learning a break for the summer, one school-related responsibility still

The 3100 block of Chatham Street prides itself in being one of the friendliest blocks in the neighborhood. With a Cheers-like atmosphere, the block consists of various types of families that all get along with

Only 13 years ago Campbell Square was the place to go if you were looking to purchase marijuana or step on a broken syringe. Residents of Port Richmond referred to the public square as “Needle

https://vimeo.com/18642052] For 19 of the 25 years he’s worn a Philadelphia Police Department uniform Ernie Rehr has worked at the Rizzo Police Athletic League (PAL) center in Port Richmond. “PAL is one of the crime

https://vimeo.com/20203820] Port Richmond is a neighborhood filled with unique, family owned shops. These “mom and pop” stores are part of what makes this community special to its residents. This community’s family-owned businesses have been around

https://vimeo.com/18393528] “Are they giving something away?” asked the trolley driver as he passed Szypula Bakery on Richmond Street in Port Richmond. This line of people pouring out of the doors of Szypula Bakery on Good