CLOSING OF A HISTORY MUSEUM

This week I heard the unfortunate news that the Philadelphia Civil War and Underground Railroad Museum had lost its funding. The original plans called for the temporary closing and move from its site located at 18th and Pine Street to a newer and better fascility in Old City. I was excited about the transition and looked forward to a more appropriate display space. As things stand now in this economy, the museum has now been closed on a permanent level due to budget cuts from the state. Another political promise broken and along with many hearts of history lovers like myself. I hope that the Union League will save the archives and collectable as much as possible from leaving Philly.