Elizabeth WellingtonWhat I DoAs a columnist, I write about gender, race, fashion, culture and wellness. I share my personal take on the way we live and how we style our lives.(215) 854-2704Parts of Fairmount Park were not only the site of America’s first paper mill, but also the country’s first company townRittenhouseTown, which thrived for more than a century, was the site of the paper mill that was the only source of paper in America for more than 40 years. Elizabeth Wellington June 25, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekAmerican history narrated by Barack Obama, a new mural on the I-76, a day at Stenton Museum, and John Williams' ethereal soundscape for Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day."Rosa Cartagena, Elizabeth Wellington, Peter Dobrin, and Morgan Ritter June 20, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekA constellation of Philly legends are creating our favorite art this week: Adam Brodsky is back, Louis Massiah on Toni Cade Bambara, Questlove has a new film out. Plus, surprisingly poignant bells.Elizabeth Wellington, Morgan Ritter, Bedatri D. Choudhury, and Dan DeLuca June 13, 2026Link copied to clipboardWalmart’s newest collection of outdoor tableware is inspired by Independence Hall, the Ben Franklin Bridge, and West Philly cookoutsDesigner Sheila Bridges has drawn on her Black American Wynnefield childhood to create "the Philadelphia Collection," the 14-piece collection of kitchen and serving ware.Elizabeth Wellington June 5, 2026Link copied to clipboardI'm worried I'm too fancy for our oldest friends, not fancy enough for new ones. What do I do?A simple wings test could solve the problem.Elizabeth Wellington and Mike Newall May 30, 2026Link copied to clipboardWhat to eat, shop, and see at the Roots Picnic this weekendThe Belmont Plateau will be bubbling with culture from local vendors. Elizabeth Wellington May 29, 2026Link copied to clipboardPhiladelphia’s 1876 World’s Fair set the stage for this year’s 250th shindigThe 1876 World's Fair set the stage for Philadelphia to earn the late 19th-century moniker of "Workshop of the World." Elizabeth Wellington May 21, 2026Link copied to clipboardMeek Mill joins the July 4 ‘One Philly: Unity Concert for America’ lineup The rapper will join the star-studded bill that includes headliners Christina Aguilera, Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jill Scott, and Kathy Sledge. Wanda Sykes will host.Elizabeth Wellington June 23, 2026Link copied to clipboardFour years before the 1969 Stonewall Riots, LGBTQ activists gathered at Independence HallPhiladelphia's Remembrance Marches predated Stonewall and were one of the earliest instances of queer people demanding equal rights in the workplace.Elizabeth Wellington June 18, 2026Link copied to clipboardPhiladelphia is the birthplace of the nation. It’s also where the U.S. Army was founded. The Second Continental Congress authorized the the formation of the Continental Army in Independence Hall in 1775.Elizabeth Wellington June 11, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe Barnes Foundation and Calder Gardens are offering free admission to Philly residents in July The initiative is designed to engage and honor Philadelphians during a landmark moment in the city's history. Elizabeth Wellington June 4, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekFrom Marie Benedict's Philly ties and her latest historical novel to Charlie Hall's Miles Davis tribute and Superheaven's hometown anniversary show, our writers share what caught their attention. Elizabeth Wellington, Emily Bloch, and Rosa Cartagena May 30, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekA hotel window, flags by the Delaware River, Bob Dylan's birthday, Marquis de Lafayette's surprisingly good merch game. And 'Devil Wears Prada 2.' Groundbreaking.Dan DeLuca, Rosa Cartagena, Elizabeth Wellington, Earl Hopkins, and Bedatri D. Choudhury May 23, 2026Link copied to clipboardThe best Shore spots for massages, facials, mani-pedis, or just lounging by a poolWhether you are recovering from a long beach day or just need some respite from the sun, here is where you can get in some much-needed R&R time.Elizabeth Wellington May 20, 2026Link copied to clipboardTears for Fears, rotary phones, flares: Philly’s Bicentennial babies are turning 50 as America turns 250"We have a blessing of choices," "The Semiquincentennial isn’t a one-sided story," "I’m grateful for the wisdom for knowing who I am," and more such reflections from women 200 years younger than USA.Elizabeth Wellington June 21, 2026Link copied to clipboardDanny Simmons, founder of Rush Arts and passionate supporter of Black artists, has died at 72Mr. Simmons, whose brothers Russell and Joseph are hip-hop royalty, moved to Philadelphia in 2015 and founded Rush Arts Philadelphia. He worked closely with Mural Arts, PMA, and AAMP.Elizabeth Wellington June 15, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekHometown heroes Tina Fey and Colman Domingo, a hotel full of art, a hunky new Mozart, honoring a Philly jazz great, and moreDan DeLuca, Rosa Cartagena, Emily Bloch, Elizabeth Wellington, and Peter Dobrin June 6, 2026Link copied to clipboardHistorians may be divided over whether Betsy Ross designed the first American flag. But there’s no denying her early feminism.She was one of the colonies' premier flag makers with clients who included George Washington. Her story does not end there. Elizabeth Wellington June 4, 2026Link copied to clipboardHow a steam-powered canoe ride along the Schuylkill and Delaware River inspired the American boating industry In spite of George Washington throwing his support behind his competitors, John Fitch built a steamboat business that, despite going bankrupt, l remains a landmark first.Elizabeth Wellington May 29, 2026Link copied to clipboardA Philadelphia poet’s words will accompany Harriet Tubman’s City Hall statue "Our light is in taking the small steps," said creative writing teacher Andre Saunders, who felt humbled and honored at being selected.Elizabeth Wellington May 21, 2026Link copied to clipboardSee more stories
Parts of Fairmount Park were not only the site of America’s first paper mill, but also the country’s first company townRittenhouseTown, which thrived for more than a century, was the site of the paper mill that was the only source of paper in America for more than 40 years. Elizabeth Wellington June 25, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Parts of Fairmount Park were not only the site of America’s first paper mill, but also the country’s first company townRittenhouseTown, which thrived for more than a century, was the site of the paper mill that was the only source of paper in America for more than 40 years. Elizabeth Wellington June 25, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekAmerican history narrated by Barack Obama, a new mural on the I-76, a day at Stenton Museum, and John Williams' ethereal soundscape for Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day."Rosa Cartagena, Elizabeth Wellington, Peter Dobrin, and Morgan Ritter June 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekAmerican history narrated by Barack Obama, a new mural on the I-76, a day at Stenton Museum, and John Williams' ethereal soundscape for Steven Spielberg's "Disclosure Day."Rosa Cartagena, Elizabeth Wellington, Peter Dobrin, and Morgan Ritter June 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekA constellation of Philly legends are creating our favorite art this week: Adam Brodsky is back, Louis Massiah on Toni Cade Bambara, Questlove has a new film out. Plus, surprisingly poignant bells.Elizabeth Wellington, Morgan Ritter, Bedatri D. Choudhury, and Dan DeLuca June 13, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekA constellation of Philly legends are creating our favorite art this week: Adam Brodsky is back, Louis Massiah on Toni Cade Bambara, Questlove has a new film out. Plus, surprisingly poignant bells.Elizabeth Wellington, Morgan Ritter, Bedatri D. Choudhury, and Dan DeLuca June 13, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Walmart’s newest collection of outdoor tableware is inspired by Independence Hall, the Ben Franklin Bridge, and West Philly cookoutsDesigner Sheila Bridges has drawn on her Black American Wynnefield childhood to create "the Philadelphia Collection," the 14-piece collection of kitchen and serving ware.Elizabeth Wellington June 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Walmart’s newest collection of outdoor tableware is inspired by Independence Hall, the Ben Franklin Bridge, and West Philly cookoutsDesigner Sheila Bridges has drawn on her Black American Wynnefield childhood to create "the Philadelphia Collection," the 14-piece collection of kitchen and serving ware.Elizabeth Wellington June 5, 2026Link copied to clipboard
I'm worried I'm too fancy for our oldest friends, not fancy enough for new ones. What do I do?A simple wings test could solve the problem.Elizabeth Wellington and Mike Newall May 30, 2026Link copied to clipboard
I'm worried I'm too fancy for our oldest friends, not fancy enough for new ones. What do I do?A simple wings test could solve the problem.Elizabeth Wellington and Mike Newall May 30, 2026Link copied to clipboard
What to eat, shop, and see at the Roots Picnic this weekendThe Belmont Plateau will be bubbling with culture from local vendors. Elizabeth Wellington May 29, 2026Link copied to clipboard
What to eat, shop, and see at the Roots Picnic this weekendThe Belmont Plateau will be bubbling with culture from local vendors. Elizabeth Wellington May 29, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia’s 1876 World’s Fair set the stage for this year’s 250th shindigThe 1876 World's Fair set the stage for Philadelphia to earn the late 19th-century moniker of "Workshop of the World." Elizabeth Wellington May 21, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia’s 1876 World’s Fair set the stage for this year’s 250th shindigThe 1876 World's Fair set the stage for Philadelphia to earn the late 19th-century moniker of "Workshop of the World." Elizabeth Wellington May 21, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Meek Mill joins the July 4 ‘One Philly: Unity Concert for America’ lineup The rapper will join the star-studded bill that includes headliners Christina Aguilera, Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jill Scott, and Kathy Sledge. Wanda Sykes will host.Elizabeth Wellington June 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Meek Mill joins the July 4 ‘One Philly: Unity Concert for America’ lineup The rapper will join the star-studded bill that includes headliners Christina Aguilera, Will Smith & DJ Jazzy Jeff, Jill Scott, and Kathy Sledge. Wanda Sykes will host.Elizabeth Wellington June 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Four years before the 1969 Stonewall Riots, LGBTQ activists gathered at Independence HallPhiladelphia's Remembrance Marches predated Stonewall and were one of the earliest instances of queer people demanding equal rights in the workplace.Elizabeth Wellington June 18, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Four years before the 1969 Stonewall Riots, LGBTQ activists gathered at Independence HallPhiladelphia's Remembrance Marches predated Stonewall and were one of the earliest instances of queer people demanding equal rights in the workplace.Elizabeth Wellington June 18, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia is the birthplace of the nation. It’s also where the U.S. Army was founded. The Second Continental Congress authorized the the formation of the Continental Army in Independence Hall in 1775.Elizabeth Wellington June 11, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Philadelphia is the birthplace of the nation. It’s also where the U.S. Army was founded. The Second Continental Congress authorized the the formation of the Continental Army in Independence Hall in 1775.Elizabeth Wellington June 11, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Barnes Foundation and Calder Gardens are offering free admission to Philly residents in July The initiative is designed to engage and honor Philadelphians during a landmark moment in the city's history. Elizabeth Wellington June 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The Barnes Foundation and Calder Gardens are offering free admission to Philly residents in July The initiative is designed to engage and honor Philadelphians during a landmark moment in the city's history. Elizabeth Wellington June 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekFrom Marie Benedict's Philly ties and her latest historical novel to Charlie Hall's Miles Davis tribute and Superheaven's hometown anniversary show, our writers share what caught their attention. Elizabeth Wellington, Emily Bloch, and Rosa Cartagena May 30, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekFrom Marie Benedict's Philly ties and her latest historical novel to Charlie Hall's Miles Davis tribute and Superheaven's hometown anniversary show, our writers share what caught their attention. Elizabeth Wellington, Emily Bloch, and Rosa Cartagena May 30, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekA hotel window, flags by the Delaware River, Bob Dylan's birthday, Marquis de Lafayette's surprisingly good merch game. And 'Devil Wears Prada 2.' Groundbreaking.Dan DeLuca, Rosa Cartagena, Elizabeth Wellington, Earl Hopkins, and Bedatri D. Choudhury May 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekA hotel window, flags by the Delaware River, Bob Dylan's birthday, Marquis de Lafayette's surprisingly good merch game. And 'Devil Wears Prada 2.' Groundbreaking.Dan DeLuca, Rosa Cartagena, Elizabeth Wellington, Earl Hopkins, and Bedatri D. Choudhury May 23, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The best Shore spots for massages, facials, mani-pedis, or just lounging by a poolWhether you are recovering from a long beach day or just need some respite from the sun, here is where you can get in some much-needed R&R time.Elizabeth Wellington May 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
The best Shore spots for massages, facials, mani-pedis, or just lounging by a poolWhether you are recovering from a long beach day or just need some respite from the sun, here is where you can get in some much-needed R&R time.Elizabeth Wellington May 20, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Tears for Fears, rotary phones, flares: Philly’s Bicentennial babies are turning 50 as America turns 250"We have a blessing of choices," "The Semiquincentennial isn’t a one-sided story," "I’m grateful for the wisdom for knowing who I am," and more such reflections from women 200 years younger than USA.Elizabeth Wellington June 21, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Tears for Fears, rotary phones, flares: Philly’s Bicentennial babies are turning 50 as America turns 250"We have a blessing of choices," "The Semiquincentennial isn’t a one-sided story," "I’m grateful for the wisdom for knowing who I am," and more such reflections from women 200 years younger than USA.Elizabeth Wellington June 21, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Danny Simmons, founder of Rush Arts and passionate supporter of Black artists, has died at 72Mr. Simmons, whose brothers Russell and Joseph are hip-hop royalty, moved to Philadelphia in 2015 and founded Rush Arts Philadelphia. He worked closely with Mural Arts, PMA, and AAMP.Elizabeth Wellington June 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Danny Simmons, founder of Rush Arts and passionate supporter of Black artists, has died at 72Mr. Simmons, whose brothers Russell and Joseph are hip-hop royalty, moved to Philadelphia in 2015 and founded Rush Arts Philadelphia. He worked closely with Mural Arts, PMA, and AAMP.Elizabeth Wellington June 15, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekHometown heroes Tina Fey and Colman Domingo, a hotel full of art, a hunky new Mozart, honoring a Philly jazz great, and moreDan DeLuca, Rosa Cartagena, Emily Bloch, Elizabeth Wellington, and Peter Dobrin June 6, 2026Link copied to clipboard
See it, hear it, feel it: All the Philly art we loved this weekHometown heroes Tina Fey and Colman Domingo, a hotel full of art, a hunky new Mozart, honoring a Philly jazz great, and moreDan DeLuca, Rosa Cartagena, Emily Bloch, Elizabeth Wellington, and Peter Dobrin June 6, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Historians may be divided over whether Betsy Ross designed the first American flag. But there’s no denying her early feminism.She was one of the colonies' premier flag makers with clients who included George Washington. Her story does not end there. Elizabeth Wellington June 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard
Historians may be divided over whether Betsy Ross designed the first American flag. But there’s no denying her early feminism.She was one of the colonies' premier flag makers with clients who included George Washington. Her story does not end there. Elizabeth Wellington June 4, 2026Link copied to clipboard
How a steam-powered canoe ride along the Schuylkill and Delaware River inspired the American boating industry In spite of George Washington throwing his support behind his competitors, John Fitch built a steamboat business that, despite going bankrupt, l remains a landmark first.Elizabeth Wellington May 29, 2026Link copied to clipboard
How a steam-powered canoe ride along the Schuylkill and Delaware River inspired the American boating industry In spite of George Washington throwing his support behind his competitors, John Fitch built a steamboat business that, despite going bankrupt, l remains a landmark first.Elizabeth Wellington May 29, 2026Link copied to clipboard
A Philadelphia poet’s words will accompany Harriet Tubman’s City Hall statue "Our light is in taking the small steps," said creative writing teacher Andre Saunders, who felt humbled and honored at being selected.Elizabeth Wellington May 21, 2026Link copied to clipboard
A Philadelphia poet’s words will accompany Harriet Tubman’s City Hall statue "Our light is in taking the small steps," said creative writing teacher Andre Saunders, who felt humbled and honored at being selected.Elizabeth Wellington May 21, 2026Link copied to clipboard