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Join the University City Historical Society
The University
City Historical Society provides members a unique opportunity to share in
the richness of the past of the West Philadelphia area. The organization strives:
- To enhance the heritage
of West Philadelphia and its rich abundance of architecture, culture, history,
and scientific riches.
- To undertake and encourage
multiple facets of historical research and preservation.
- To provide a forum
to all who are interested in the past, present and future development of
the University City community.
Activities
of the University City Historical Society include:
- Collection of materials
related to the history and development of West Philadelphia.
- Recognition of architectural
and environmental stewardship through annual “Outstanding Preservation”
and “Preservation Initiative Awards” and “Gift to the Streets” commendations.
- Sponsorship of historical
house and walking tours, featuring the architectural wealth of University
City.
- Creation of historic
districts to protect the historic integrity of the neighborhoods of University
City.
- Encouragement of historic
preservation through workshops and education.
- To provide historic
building markers.
- To inform the pubic
about special topics related to the history of University City and its rich
diversified heritage.
- Through educational
programs and special events, to highlight and celebrate local history and
preservation endeavors in the neighborhood.
Membership
benefits for the University City Historical Society include:
- Subscription to On
The West Side, the society’s regular members’ newsletter.
- Access to Grapevine,
UCHS’s e-mail listserv. Grapevine is an open forum where UCHS members can
discuss issues and exchange information concerning the maintenance, restoration,
and preservation of the architecture of University City.
- Eligibility for UCHS’s
Technical Assistance Program (TAP) for personal, on-site, volunteer professional
advice related to exterior property repairs and improvements.
- Access to UCHS members’
local Contractors/Suppliers List.
- Discounts to UCHS
sponsored events, including house tours, workshops, date plaques, and publications.
- Admissions to special
members events such as the annual Valentine's Awards Tea in February.
Membership
Contribution:
To
join UCHS, simply download, print, and return this
form (PDF). |
- Household: $20
- Friend of UCHS: $40
- Sustaining: $100
- Senior Citizen: $10
- Student: $10
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