Which jawns matter? Snap some pics of your favorite old Philly spots
Please note: This article is published as an archive copy from Philadelphia City Paper. My City Paper is not affiliated with Philadelphia City Paper. Philadelphia City Paper was an alternative weekly newspaper in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The last edition was published on October 8, 2015.
Oldies but goodies.
A pre-1970s photo of the top floor of the Divine Lorraine Hotel.
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Beginning Sat., Feb. 7, Young Friends of the Preservation Alliance – "aimed at engaging young residents of the city on preservation issues related to the urban fabric of Philadelphia" – is kicking off the #ThisJawnMatters campaign. It's a month-long photo/social media campaign dedicated to "bringing awareness to our favorite old places in Philadelphia." That's anything from buildings, signs and really any place in Philly.
From their Tumblr:
Let's take a moment to show some love to our favorite old places in Philly. Do you have a favorite old building in Philly, a historic place in the city that strikes a chord with you, or a neglected building whose future you're worried for? Post a pic of it and give is some well-deserved love and attention with the hashtag #ThisJawnMatters.
Use that hashtag on Instagram and Twitter, and shoutout to us too (Twitter: @citypaper IG: @phillycitypaper) – old city spots should get as much love as they can, we say.
