Navy Yard Blog

Development Updates

March 1, 2017

Adaptimmune Cuts Ribbon on U.S. Headquarters at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia

Adaptimmune Therapeutics plc. (Nasdaq: ADAP), a leader in T-cell therapy to treat cancer, today announced it will host a ribbon cutting ceremony this morning at 10:30am at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia to celebrate the opening of its newly constructed U.S. headquarters and base for clinical and manufacturing operations. Developed by Liberty Property Trust (NYSE:

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Events

November 2, 2016

Treats for Troops Care Packages

Navy Yard tenants: join Vincera Institute this holiday season by supporting a great organization called Treats for Troops. Treats for Troops was started by Freddie Klevan of Main Line Troop Support when he connected with a longtime friend in Iraq. Freddie asked how he could help the soldiers overseas fighting for our country. 

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Events

April 28, 2016

The Navy Yard’s Spring Events Roundup

Spring has arrived in Philadelphia! The trees and flowers are in bloom, the sunshine is abundant, and birds are chirping outside. There are many great outdoor events to take advantage of at The Navy Yard, both during the day (take a break from work) or on evenings/weekends (to benefit charitable organizations). Here’s a short list; all events

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Events

February 10, 2016

NXTsports Recess Sports Youth Camp is Coming to The Navy Yard this Summer!

School’s out and it’s time for RECESS! Navy Yard tenant NXTsports invites parents to enroll their children in its Recess Sports program at The Navy Yard, a five-sport youth education camp staffed by experienced coaches. The mission of Recess Sports is to run a fast-paced, organized, and fun environment for young athletes that introduces soccer,

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Events

January 21, 2016

PIDC Announces Event Spaces Available at The Navy Yard for Democratic National Convention Related Events

PIDC, Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation, announces an exciting partnership with ESM Productions and Vetri Family to manage events at The Navy Yard during the 2016 Democratic National Convention. PIDC has made The Navy Yard, located adjacent to the Convention floor, available for private events for convention-goers, corporate hospitality groups, and other private events related

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Events

September 15, 2015

The Navy Yard Prepares for the World Meeting of Families & Papal Visit

This is an important notice about the Papal visit and how it affects The Navy Yard. It is long but detailed, so please read it carefully and let us know if you have any questions or concerns. In short, The Navy Yard will remain OPEN to employees with your Navy Yard ID, and visitors on

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Development Updates

June 30, 2015

Landmark Event Held at The Navy Yard Celebrates Groundbreaking of New Building at 1200 Intrepid Ave. and Opening of Central Green Park

Liberty Property Trust, which owns and manages more than 17 million square feet of office, flex and industrial space in the Greater Philadelphia region, together with its joint venture partner Synterra Partners, broke ground today on a 94,000 square foot office building, the first in Philadelphia to be designed by the world-renowned Bjarke Ingels Group.

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Events

June 3, 2015

Results of the 2nd Annual Navy Yard 5k

Thank you to our Navy Yard community for an amazing Navy Yard 5k! The weather was perfect for more than 600 runners to run and walk the chip-timed 5k course down League Island Blvd and along the Delaware River. Results are now in for the 2nd annual Navy Yard 5k. 

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Events

April 28, 2015

Spring Events Roundup at The Navy Yard

Spring has arrived in Philadelphia! The trees and flowers are in bloom, the sunshine is abundant, and birds are chirping outside. There are many great outdoor events to take advantage of at The Navy Yard, both during the day (take a break from work) or on evenings/weekends (to benefit charitable organizations). Here’s a short list; all events

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Amenities

March 12, 2015

Lunch Truck Lineup Returns to The Navy Yard!

As the weather climbs into the 50s and even 60s, Philadelphians are ditching wool coats and scarves in exchange for jackets and sunglasses. Call us optimists, but we’re certain that the harshest of winter days are finally behind us. The first official day of spring is just around the corner, and we’re celebrating the season change with the

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Amenities

February 13, 2015

The Year in Review: A Look Back at 2014

The year 2014 was another very momentous year for The Navy Yard! We’re taking a look back on some major events and milestones of the year.

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Community

November 20, 2014

Help the WMMR Camp Out for Hunger Philabundance food drive!

Local Philly radio station WMMR 93.3 hosts Preston & Steve are once again hosting their Camp Out For Hunger food drive to benefit Philabundance – and The Navy Yard is supporting this initiative to help fight hunger! During the week of December 1st to 5th, Preston & Steve will be broadcasting live and living out

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Events

June 3, 2014

Summer Events: The Navy Yard 5k, Outdoor Yoga, and more!

The warm and sunny summer days descending on Philadelphia push the memories of the long and tough winter into the back of our minds. With the nice weather, The Navy Yard urges employees to get out and have fun with a variety of events in the coming months as part of #TNYsummer!

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Events

May 29, 2014

Recap: the 8th Annual Navy Yard Executives’ Breakfast

On May 1st, the leaders from the diverse mix of companies at The Navy Yard gathered to network and hear about ongoing development projects and exciting accomplishments at The Navy Yard for the 8th Annual Executives’ Breakfast.

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Events

May 27, 2014

Tickets Available for the 9th Annual Great Chefs Event at The Navy Yard

The 9th annual Great Chefs Event, benefiting Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation and Navy Yard tenant Vetri Foundation for Children, will be held in the evening on June 10, 2014 at The Navy Yard! The event is hosted by Urban Outfitters, Inc. in Building 543. This spectacular celebration will showcase four dozen top chefs from throughout the U.S. and

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