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      • Founders MagazineIn our quarterly magazine, we publish our research about those who are buried here and their impact on Philadelphia’s history.
      • Churchyard MapThis interactive map helps visitors locate their ancestors burial sites and learn about them.
      • PodcastThrough storytelling and interviews, we look into Philadelphia’s early history and explore how the past relates to what’s happening in the city today.
      • ExhibitsOur annual curated exhibit educates visitors about topics related to Gloria Dei Church and its place in history.
      • Photos & VideosVideos and photographs from our lectures, panel discussions, concerts and other annual programs.
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      Astrid Katarina Person Perry

      Astrid Katarina Person Perry

      She was the first Lucia at our Lucia Fest, a diving horse lady at Steel Pier and a masseuse with famous clients like Liberace, Gypsy Rose Lee, Al Capone and the King of Sweden.

      Barbara A. Chilcott

      Barbara A. Chilcott

      The Gloria Dei (Old Swedes’) Church community lost longtime member and friend Barbara Chilcott. Barb is remembered for her big heart, unwavering kindness, and positive attitude. 

      Reverend Andreas Rudman

      Reverend Andreas Rudman

      The Reverend Andreas Rudman was the builder of Gloria Dei (Old Swedes’) Church and its first rector. He is buried under the sanctuary.

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      Feb 9
      7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

      My Dear Général

      Mar 9
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      John Barry, First Among Captains

      Apr 16
      4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

      Filament Presents “From the Source”

      Apr 29
      1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

      Walking Tour of Philadelphia’s Headhouse Square

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Videos

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Events and Programs

The Historic Gloria Dei Preservation Corporation sponsors lectures, panel discussions, concerts and other programs every year. Here are videos from some of our recent events.

Ask Us Anything, Part II

Ask Us Anything, Part II

A New Art With Us: Music in Colonial Philadelphia

A New Art With Us: Music in Colonial Philadelphia

Ask Us Anything

Ask Us Anything

How Philly Neighborhoods Killed the Crosstown Expressway

How Philly Neighborhoods Killed the Crosstown Expressway

Philadelphia’s Early Maritime History

Philadelphia’s Early Maritime History

Preserving Philadelphia

Preserving Philadelphia

The Amazing Success of Philly’s William Penn

The Amazing Success of Philly’s William Penn

The Perils of the Sea

The Perils of the Sea

Personal Memories of Fabric Row

Personal Memories of Fabric Row

Unsinkable Patriot: the Life and Times of Thomas Cave

Unsinkable Patriot: the Life and Times of Thomas Cave

General History and Education

Why Gloria Dei is Special

Why Gloria Dei is Special

The First Gloria Dei

The First Gloria Dei

Spring at Gloria Dei

Spring at Gloria Dei

Live Music

The Jazz Sanctuary 500th Event

The Jazz Sanctuary 500th Event

The Jazz Sanctuary Live

The Jazz Sanctuary Live

The Great American Songbook

The Great American Songbook

Philadelphia Cultural Fund

Support provided by the Philadelphia Cultural Fund.

QVNA
QUANTUM THINK
The Jazz Sanctuary

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