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'Hidden Histories Of The Wissahickon' Photo Gallery Opens Sept. 12

The photo galley will open with a reception from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday that will include beer, wine, and light refreshments.

CHESTNUT HILL, PHILADELPHIA – Friends of the Wissahickon and the Chestnut Hill Conservancy are celebrating the conservancy's 50th anniversary with a special photo gallery that will highlight the unique history of Wissahickon Valley Park.

"Hidden Histories of the Wissahickon" will open Tuesday, Sept. 12 at the Friends of the Wissahickon headquarters, 40 W. Evergreen Ave., Suite 108, Philadelphia.

The gallery will features historical photographs demonstrating the long and varied history of Wissahickon Valley Park.

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Those who view the gallery will be taken on a visual journey of the park and the watershed's history.

An opening ceremony will be held from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The ceremony will feature representatives from the Conservancy who will provide additional background about the prints and their place in Philadelphia’s history.

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The opening will feature beer, wine, and light refreshments.

After the grand opening, the gallery will be open during normal business hours at the Friends of the Wissahickon headquarters.

Image via Friends of the Wissahickon

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