Watch ONLINE via ZOOM from the safety and comfort of your home. A link with instructions will be provided three hours prior to this virtual lecture.
The People’s Commemoration in 2026
presented by Danielle DiLeo Kim, AIA
In 2026, all eyes will be on Philadelphia, the birthplace of American democracy. PHILADELPHIA250 is the nonprofit leading the people’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence in Philadelphia in 2026. The People’s Commemoration is a new kind of milestone commemoration in which every Philadelphian feels included and neighborhoods can benefit from 250th programs that create lasting civic and social impact. Learn how a career in urban planning and design has shaped the "stoops to stadium" approach for the 250th and how a people-powered programs, place based-experiences, and purpose driven legacy projects will strengthen Philadelphia through 2026 and beyond.
Danielle DiLeo Kim, AIA, is the President and CEO of PHILADELPHIA250. Leveraging her urban design and community engagement experience, Danielle is shaping this once-in-a-generation milestone to engage Philadelphians in their neighborhoods to deliver a “by the people, for all people” 250th. Prior to PHILADELPHIA250, Danielle was instrumental in the design and realization of institutional and cultural buildings, citywide and campus master plans, and engagement processes for community and high-level stakeholders across Philadelphia such as The Salvation Army Kroc Center, Mann Center, the Planning Commission’s Philadelphia2035, PIDC’s Lower Schuylkill Master Plan, and the original Centennial District Master Plan. She currently serves as the President-elect of AIA Philadelphia.
$15 | General Admission
$10 | Alliance Member
Complimentary access available to current students and to Art-Reach ACCESS Card holders.
*Students, please email photo of valid student ID to Vinni Cheng tours@preservationalliance.com to register.
*Art Reach ACCESS Card holders, please email member name and member number to Vinni Cheng tours@preservationalliance.com to register.