Discover the many ways we are connected to the Schuylkill River, and how we can protect these waters from the harmful effects of water pollution. Rivers provide drinking water and a habitat for wildlife. Join us at the river’s edge as we explore our past and present relationship with the Schuylkill River in particular and […]
As a part of River Days, the Fairmount Water Works will offer a special bus tour of the Philadelphia Water Department's drinking water system and how it's connected to our rivers, including past and present-day infrastructure that brings us clean and safe drinking water every day. Adults only. Registration is full!
Discover the many ways we are connected to the Schuylkill River, and how we can protect these waters from the harmful effects of water pollution. Rivers provide drinking water and a habitat for wildlife. Join us at the river’s edge as we explore our past and present relationship with the Schuylkill River in particular and […]
Discover the many ways we are connected to the Schuylkill River, and how we can protect these waters from the harmful effects of water pollution. Rivers provide drinking water and a habitat for wildlife. Join us at the river’s edge as we explore our past and present relationship with the Schuylkill River in particular and […]
Eye-level with the Schuylkill, you’ll walk the same underground paths as a royal family and Olympic swimmers during a behind-the-scenes look at one of Philadelphia’s first tourist destinations. Hear about this landmark that pioneered engineering, tourism, and environmental awareness in Philadelphia. This is a hard-hat tour, and may not be accessible for all of our visitors. […]
Discover the many ways we are connected to the Schuylkill River, and how we can protect these waters from the harmful effects of water pollution. Rivers provide drinking water and a habitat for wildlife. Join us at the river’s edge as we explore our past and present relationship with the Schuylkill River in particular and […]
Discover the many ways we are connected to the Schuylkill River, and how we can protect these waters from the harmful effects of water pollution. Rivers provide drinking water and a habitat for wildlife. Join us at the river’s edge as we explore our past and present relationship with the Schuylkill River in particular and […]
Philadelphia Contemporary and Headlong are revisiting the path of the city’s watershed, urban expansion and cultural heritage. Join a silent Walk into Fairmount Water Works’ hidden, underground natatorium and witness a Performance and post performance Conversation. We will explore the correlations between society and its environment and will rethink topics around diversity, sustainability and consciousness, and you! Register here... After the conversation, audience members […]