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– A publication of the Global Philadelphia Association and the World Heritage City Project –
Refugee Day - Councilmember Helen Gym

KEY 2021 DATES & UPCOMING EVENTS

AUG. 27 – OCT. 6
Philadelphia International
Unity Cup

SEPT. 30
SDG #4 Art Unveiling at 3:15PM
at Samuel Gompers Schools
OCT. 14
SDG#1 Art Unveiling – 4-5:15pm
at ParkWest Town Center

NOV. 4
SDG #10 Art Unveiling – 3-5:00pm
at Temple University

DEC. 13
Globy Awards
Learn More
Preserving and Celebrating Historical & Cultural Assets
On June 20th, a World Refugee Day celebration was held in Mifflin Park in South Philadelphia. GPA presented info and invited attendees to share their heritages with a postcard station and a photobooth. The event drew large crowds of families, with many opting to hold barbecues in the park. There were multiple events throughout the day, including an African choir, belly dancers, a singer with a guitar, and a number of songs sung in Swahili. 

Educating Global Kids with Roots

All five episodes of GPA’s Heritage Storytime are now available to stream for free online. Each episode focuses on a heritage theme and features a children’s book read-along as well as fun activities such as virtual tours, movement exercises, art projects, and a cooking demo. Every episode includes an educator’s resource guide and other learning materials. Episodes include Oney Judge’s Daring Escape from Slavery, Philly has a Dream for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Color your City with Caleb and Olivia, Let’s Play Together!/¡Juguemos Junto!, and Cooking Culturally - Let’s Cook for Ramadan.

Building WHC Awareness & Ownership
This June, the US celebrated Juneteenth as a nationally recognized holiday for the first time. Philadelphia has a long history of recognizing Juneteenth and celebrations were held throughout the city. Members of Global Philadelphia attended the Germantown Juneteenth Festival hosted by the Johnson House Historic Site. The Johnson House is a National Historic Landmark, Underground Railroad station, and home to the Center for Social Advocacy. 
Extending Philadelphia’s Global Reach 
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Campaign continues to be an exciting and important project here at Global Philadelphia. The mural for SDG 4: Quality Education has officially been completed at Samuel Gompers School, in partnership with Saint Joseph’s University, Samuel Gompers School, and the School District of Philadelphia. We are excited to showcase this amazing mural in an event that will be announced soon. 
World Heritage Week 
In May, Philadelphia celebrated six years as a World Heritage City with a week of free, virtual festivities for the whole family. Presented by GPA and the City of Philadelphia, World Heritage Week highlighted many diverse heritages and shared cultural traditions. 
GPA Impact Report 
With the arrival of COVID-19, last year was full of obstacles for Philadelphia. Nevertheless, GPA was able to persevere and adapt during this global pandemic. The 2020 Impact Report discusses GPA’s education program, World Heritage Week, our annual Globy Awards, and the Sustainable Development Goals Campaign.
World Heritage Spotlight: Versailles
Versailles was the home to the kings of France and the French monarchy from Louis XIV to Louis XVI as well as Napoleon Bonaparte. The Palace and Park of Versailles were built by several generations of architects, sculptors, painters, ornamentalists, and landscape artists to represent the perfect model of a royal residence. 

What once was the seat of power for France is now a museum and showcases the history of the country. The palace contains a hall of mirrors which was built to replace the terrace designed by Louis Le Vau. The hall of mirrors pays tribute to France’s political, economic, artistic success through 30 painted compositions on the vaulted ceiling. 

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