Navy Yard Blog

Events

August 2, 2018

15+ Reasons to Discover, Explore, and Experience the Navy Yard this August!

With miles of riverfront to discover, brand new Indego bikes to share, & 20 acres of world-class open space to explore, August welcomes the first-ever Namaste Rosé Yoga, Indego Rides, and  the return of Navy Yard Al Fresco – Visit us!

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Events

July 25, 2018

15+ Makers You’ll Find at the Navy Yard Al Fresco Makers Market this August!

The Navy Yard Al Fresco Makers Market is a gathering of local makers, entrepreneurs, crafters, and designers who bring items like handmade jewelry, homemade cakes, snacks, vintage clothing, home goods and more to Central Green — giving Navy Yard employees, visitors, and local residents a chance to shop unique, locally produced items all in one location. Take a

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Events

July 24, 2018

7 Ideas to Escape the Cubicle (and Work Outside) at the Navy Yard!

Last week, in partnership with L.L. Bean and Industrious, the world’s first outdoor co-working space was brought to the Navy Yard. For three days, Philadelphians and Navy Yard employees alike reveled in the views of the Reserve Basin, enjoying the outdoor breeze of the Yard – all while taking care of everyday nine to five

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Events

July 9, 2018

Navy Yard Eats!

Lunch Truck Lineup isn’t the only time you can get your grub on at the Navy Yard. Check out all seven restaurants that offer eats for any appetite!

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Events

July 3, 2018

Philly Shipyard Christens First Aloha Class Vessel ‘Daniel K. Inouye’

Matson, Inc., a leading U.S. carrier in the Pacific, and Philly Shipyard, Inc., the wholly-owned U.S. subsidiary of Philly Shipyard ASA, christened the largest containership ever built in the United States.

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Events

July 2, 2018

11+ Events at the Navy Yard You Don’t Want to Miss this July!

With miles of riverfront to discover, brand new Indego bikes to share, & 20 acres of world-class open space to explore, July welcomes Philadelphia’s 1st Pizza Festival, a pop-up Outdoor Co-Working Space, and the Bar America Menu Takeover at Bar Amis. Visit us!

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Amenities

June 22, 2018

Indego Bike Share Announces Expansion to South Philadelphia

Indego bike share program announced today that it will grow this summer, adding at least eight more stations to the system. Early summer expansion will include station and bike availability at the Navy Yard with connections at AT&T Station and FDR Park. Additional stations will be installed throughout the summer to provide more dock and

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Events

June 20, 2018

12th Annual Navy Yard Executives Breakfast

On June 15, 2018, the leadership teams from businesses and organizations at the Navy Yard gathered to hear about ongoing development projects and celebrate exciting new accomplishments at the 12th Annual Navy Yard Executives Breakfast.

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Amenities

June 15, 2018

In the Neighborhood: City Hydration

  In healthcare the power of hydration is no secret, it can welcome a quick boost of energy, or offer a simple solution to the common cold — all without a massive medical expanse. New to the Navy Yard and located inside Vincera Institute is City Hydration, the latest IV therapy clinic with a hydration-focused line

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Development Updates

May 23, 2018

Second Navy Yard Hotel Under Agreement With Ensemble Real Estate Investments

PIDC, Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation, announced that it is under agreement with Ensemble Real Estate Investments for the purchase, renovation, and expansion of a former barracks complex into the Navy Yard’s second hotel, which would complement and enhance the ongoing public and private investments at the Navy Yard.

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Events

May 23, 2018

22+ Navy Yard Events You Don’t Want to Miss This June!

With miles of riverfront access and over 20 acres of world-class open space, we are home to over 50+ events, races, festivals, activities, and performances. June welcomes the return of the Navy Yard Craft Beer Summer Sampling, the #IceBoxChallenge, Navy Yard Al Fresco, and much more!

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History

May 23, 2018

75th Anniversary of the Commissioning of the USS New Jersey

On May 23, 1943, the USS New Jersey was commissioned into the United State Navy at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. The New Jersey is the longest, fastest, most decorated battleship in U.S. history. The only ship to have served in World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, and Persian Gulf War. She was first commissioned

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Public Art

May 21, 2018

New look unveiled for Navy Yard Transit buses

Mural Arts Philadelphia and PIDC continue to unveil new public art at the Navy Yard, this time with Philadelphia-based artist Miriam Singer. Singer, a Philadelphia-based artist who frequently collaborates with Mural Arts, has created a new, colorful look for the Navy Yard. This design has been applied as an exterior wrap on the Navy Yard

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Development Updates

May 9, 2018

Funding approved to develop a new pedestrian and bicyclist sidepath to the Navy Yard

Governor Tom Wolf and PennDOT Secretary Leslie S. Richards recently announced the approval of funding for 82 projects, including eight in Philadelphia, to improve transportation alternatives and enhance mobility and public accessibility across the commonwealth.

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Development Updates

May 8, 2018

Liberty Property Trust Announces Sale of Five Crescent Drive at the Philadelphia Navy Yard

MALVERN, Pa., May 08, 2018 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Liberty Property Trust (NYSE:LPT), today announced that it has sold Five Crescent Drive, a 207,779 square foot office building at the Philadelphia Navy Yard for $130.5 million. The LEED® Platinum property is currently leased to GSK. The property was purchased by an affiliate of Korea Investment Management

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