Philadelphia Community Engagement

Philadelphia City Sail offers a unique opportunity to explore the historical city records of Philadelphia through their archives, which date back to the late 17th century. With over 20,000 cubic feet of holdings, visitors can access a wide range of records including genealogical, real estate, and city council documents. Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich history of Philadelphia by exploring various collections of interest such as vital records, property and building records, legal and institutional records, and other historical documents. The interactive mural "Charting a Path to Resistance" by local artist Talia Greene adds a dynamic element to the archives, highlighting the city's past struggles with racism and discrimination. Generated from the website

The American Friends Service Committee carries out service, development, social justice and peace programs throughout the world. AFSC was founded by Quakers in 1917 to provide conscientious objectors with an opportunity to aid civilian war victims. In 1947, the organization accepted the Nobel Peace Prize with the British Friends Service Council on behalf of all Quakers. AFSC in Philadelphia, Pa., is one of many AFSC offices located throughout the United States, Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Middle East.

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health offers a range of health care services. Its air management services division inspects, evaluates and responds to concerns, including odors, smoking stacks and other air quality problems. The department s ambulatory health services division monitors pharmacy and laboratory services in the health centers and is responsible for contractual services with area hospitals for physician services. The Philadelphia Department of Public Health s division of chronic disease prevention educates people about preventing and managing chronic diseases, such as tobacco use and exposure. Its division of disease control oversees the prevention, timely reporting and control of diseases and conditions that are contagious and affect public's health.