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  • Irish/Scottish memorial

    This Memorial, a national monument, was opened to the public on October 25, 2003. The Memorial stands prominently at the southeast corner of Front and Chestnut Streets in Philadelphia. The Irish Memorial is dedicated to the memory of more than one million innocent men, women and children who perished during the years 1845 to 1850 and to the millions of Irish immigrants who found here in the...

  • DIRECTIONS TO RACE STREET PIER

    FROM THE NORTH Take I-95 South to Exit 22 (676/Central Philadelphia / Independence Hall / Callowhill Street). Exit will split, follow 676 East / Callowhill Street. At the light at the end of the ramp, make a left onto Callowhill Street. Follow Callowhill Street approximately 3 blocks where it ends at Columbus Boulevard. Make a left onto Columbus Boulevard. Continue South on Columbus Boulevard...

  • Request for Bids for Construction - Delaware River Trail - On-Road Section

    CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITY DEADLINE EXTENDED: Monday, 21 OCTOBER 2019 by  12 PM   DELAWARE RIVER WATERFRONT CORPORATION (DRWC) INVITES BIDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE DELAWARE RIVER TRAIL – ON-ROAD SECTION (THE “TRAIL”) TO BE CONSTRUCTED ALONG THE EASTERN SIDE OF COLUMBUS BOULEVARD FROM WASHINGTON AVENUE TO SPRING GARDEN STREETS, IN PHILADELPHIA, PA.   Bids are invited for the following...

  • A New Pier Park at Washington Ave Green

    On Saturday, DRWC unveiled plans for the redevelopment of Pier 53 at Washington Avenue Green into a new waterfront pier park. The project will complement and enhance the surrounding Washington Avenue Green park, and will focus on ecological enhancements, sensitivity to historical context, and visitor experience   The design for Pier 53 at Washington Avenue Green was developed as a...

  • In Remembrance of Jodie Milkman

    On behalf of the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) Board of Directors and Staff, we share our profound sadness over the passing of our beloved Executive Vice President, Jodie Milkman. Jodie was more than an exceptional leader—she was the heart and soul of the Delaware River Waterfront for over 30 years. Her dedication to enhancing the lives of millions of residents and visitors in...

  • Announcing Waterfront Winterfest

    The Delaware River Waterfront Corp is pleased to announce Waterfront Winterfest. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Blue Cross RiverRink, and 20 years of continued sponsorship by Blue Cross, DRWC is working with some of Philadelphia's most creative individuals to transform the rink for the holiday season. For 37 days between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve, the waterfront will hold a...

  • Pier 68 History and Design

    The half-acre Pier 68, located at the end of Pier 70 Boulevard at the Delaware River, is a place to relax and enjoy the distinctive views of the city skyline and the river, a place to learn about the tidal ecology of the Delaware River and its watershed, and a place for recreational fishing and public gathering. Each new park built by DRWC is tailored specifically to its location and to public...

  • Choose Your Delaware River Waterfront Adventure

    By J  Check out all the new things to do on Philly’s Delaware River Waterfront this summer.   Who's ready for an adventure? This summer, every day you can have a new quest on the Delaware River Waterfront. Maybe you want to explore the food scene; seek out fitness activities; or have a family day or date night that doesn’t break the bank. No matter the adventure you seek, the Philly...

  • Festival Pier Development Process Begins

    DELAWARE RIVER WATERFRONT CORPORATION INITIATES FESTIVAL PIER DEVELOPMENT PROCESS DRWC offers prime, publicly-owned waterfront parcel for development incorporating the public space, public access and mixed-use requirements of the Master Plan for the Central Delaware PHILADELPHIA, PA (February 17, 2015) – The Delaware River Waterfront Corporation (DRWC) released a Request for Expression of...

  • Video Series: Delaware River Waterfront - Discover More

    The Delaware River Waterfront is open, accessible, and excited to welcome visitors to explore, bask in, and enjoy its fantastic offerings, including MORE of what they have come to love along the 6-mile stretch of Waterfront from Oregon to Alleghany Avenues.   The Delaware River Waterfront is open, accessible, and excited to welcome visitors to explore, bask in, and enjoy its fantastic offerings,...

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