Parkside, Philadelphia facts for kids
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Parkside Historic District
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 Location in Philadelphia
Location in Pennsylvania
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| Location | Bounded by Penn-Central RR track, 38th St., Girard, Parkside and Belmont Aves., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
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| Area | 97 acres (39 ha) |
| Built | 1876 |
| Architect | Willis G. Hale, Frederick Newman |
| NRHP reference No. | 83004248 |
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| Added to NRHP | November 17, 1983 |
Parkside is a cool neighborhood in West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It's known for its interesting history and unique buildings.
Much of Parkside was built around 1876. This was when Philadelphia hosted the Centennial Exhibition. This huge event celebrated 100 years of American independence. Parkside became a special historic district because of its many old buildings.
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Discovering Parkside's History
Parkside is a National Register of Historic Places Historic District. This means it has important buildings and history. You can see many examples of Victorian architecture here. Victorian architecture was popular during the time of Queen Victoria. It often features fancy details and tall, narrow houses. Some buildings are well-kept, while others need some care.
Who Lived Here?
Over the years, many different groups of people have called Parkside home. First, many German American families lived here. Later, people from Eastern Europe, including Jewish families, moved in. After World War II, many African American families made Parkside their home. Some people who had to leave their homes in Eastern Europe also came to live here.
Parkside Today
Parkside is a lively neighborhood with modern updates.
Shopping and Fun
In 2008, a new shopping center opened. It's called the Park West Town Village Shopping Center. You can find big stores like Shop Rite and Lowe's there. There are also places to eat, like McDonald's. This shopping center is on North 52nd Street.
Parkside is also home to the Evans Recreation Center. This is a great place for sports and activities. In 2014, the Philly Pumptrack opened at Evans. A pumptrack is a special course for bikes and skateboards. Riders use their body to "pump" and gain speed without pedaling.
Famous Faces from Parkside
Parkside was the early home of a famous rapper named Schoolly D. He even mentioned the neighborhood in some of his songs. These include "PSK" (which stands for Park Side Killers) and "Parkside 5-2."
Images for kids
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Building at 41st and Parkside
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Detail of window of building at 41st and Parkside
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Building at Memorial and Parkside
