Four Buildings That Tell the Story of Philadelphia’s Most Unique Neighborhood 

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The Navy Yard has always been a place where big ideas take shape. For more than 250 years, ships were designed, built, and launched from this historic waterfront. Today, that same spirit of innovation continues through architecture that blends historic preservation, sustainable design, and forward-thinking development. Whether you’re heading to work, living here, or simply

NEXT STOP — NAVY YARD: Celebrating the Arrival of SEPTA Route 45

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There was plenty to celebrate at the Navy Yard on Tuesday, August 11, as employees, stakeholders, community partners, and guests gathered to welcome SEPTA Route 45. The ceremonial arrival marked the direct SEPTA bus service between Center City and the Navy Yard seven days a week for the first time in more than a decade,

SEPTA Route 45 Bus Officially Launches Seven-Day Service to the Navy Yard

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New extended route restores direct SEPTA bus service between Center City and the Navy Yard seven days a week for the first time in more than a decade PHILADELPHIA (August 11, 2026) — PIDC, Philadelphia’s public-private economic development corporation and master developer and operator of the Navy Yard, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), elected

August Transit Updates: Introducing Tripshot & New Transit Connections

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This August marks an exciting milestone for transportation on campus. As the Navy Yard continues to grow, we’re continuing to invest in how our community travels to, from, and throughout campus. Over the coming weeks, we’ll introduce TripShot, a new rider app for the Navy Yard Transit, while also welcoming the arrival of SEPTA Bus

Hanwha Philly Shipyard Christens the Lone Star State

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The Navy Yard celebrated another exciting milestone in Philadelphia’s shipbuilding legacy as Hanwha Philly Shipyard christened the Lone Star State. The Lone Star State is the fourth vessel in the U.S. Maritime Administration’s five-vessel National Security Multi-Mission Vessel (NSMV) program. Following the successful delivery of the program’s first three vessels, the Lone Star State is

The Navy Yard Community Celebrates the Opening of Pier 1 Park

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On Thursday, July 2, community members, employees, residents, and visitors came together to celebrate the opening of Pier 1 Park, the Navy Yard’s sixth public park. Despite temperatures soaring above 100 degrees, guests stopped by throughout the afternoon to enjoy the waterfront, explore the park’s newest feature, and celebrate another milestone in the Navy Yard’s

Picture Perfect: The Best Photoshoot Spots at the Navy Yard

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Philadelphia is home to some of the most iconic photoshoot spots, from historic walkways in Old City to Trader Joe’s rooftops just minutes from Center City. But just four miles south, you’ll find one of Philadelphia’s hidden gems for photoshoots. Whether you’re looking for an artsy setting, social media content, waterfront views, or just a

Eric The Puzzler Brings A Treasure Hunt To The Navy Yard

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There’s a treasure hunt at the Navy Yard this summer. And I bet it’s unlike anything you’ve ever experienced. I launched my first adventure puzzle in 2021 to provide a fun new way for people to safely reconnect outdoors. The response was super positive, so I continued developing puzzles of all sorts and experimenting in