The Planning of Center City Philadelphia: From William Penn to the Present (Paperback)
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Description
Richly illustrated with historic maps and photographs, this book traces three centuries of the planning history of the city, from William Penn’s original concept to the design of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway to the renewal efforts that made Philadelphia a national leader in city planning and urban revitalization. Includes five walking tours.
About the Author
John Andrew Gallery is Executive Director of the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia. He created the Philadelphia Office of Housing and Community Development and served as its first Director. He has taught at the University of Pennsylvania Fells Center, Harvard University, and University of Texas at Austin.
