
Why so many historic Philadelphia street lamps are shaped like the letter 'P'
By Samantha R. Patel
Advertisement · Why this ad?

Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse in Fairmount Park is where kids go to have fun, but it will also be a place that preserves history for the next 50 years.Kids across Philadelphia wrote letters over the summer for future generations of young people. They're part of a time capsule that will be kept at the Smith Mansion."This one says, 'Hello to the future,'" said Frances Hoover, who is executive director of Smith Memorial Playground and Playhouse. "How's the future for you kids? Because by now, for you, I will be a grown-up."In addition to letters, the time capsule will also include artwork and audio recordings of what life is like now for the kids, along with their hope and vision for the future. The project was a way to allow kids to join the celebration for America's 250th birthday. The time capsule will not be opened until 2076, which is when America will turn 300 years old. "It's very cool," Bryce Williams said. Bryce was one of the kids who took part in the project, writing