Celebrate Flag Day
Celebrate the birthday of Philadelphia's Civic Flag every March 27!
 
McCook The Reverend Doctor Henry C. McCook (1837-1911)

Back in 1894, Rev. Dr. Henry C. McCook wrote a letter to then mayor, Edwin S. Stuart, suggesting that Philadelphia adopt a civic flag as a means of promoting civic pride. "The display and constant use of a Philadelphia Civic Flag would act towards the strengthening of civic pride, precisely as similar use of the National Flag tends to foster a spirit of national loyalty."

McCook's efforts proved fruitful. On March 27, 1895, an official civic flag was ordained by city council, designed using drawings McCook included in his letter.



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 » What does Get Flagged™ mean?

To be considered “flagged” you know the Philly FLAG message as depicted on the Philadelphia Civic Flag: PHILADELPHIA MANETO, which means “Let Brotherly Love Continue!” Plus, the four uplifting symbols: Peace, Hope, Justice & Prosperity for all!

If you fly flags, then please, fly or display the Philly FLAG every March 27th, on its anniversary, and celebrate its message with others around you!


 » Ways to Get Philly Flagged!™ and Celebrate our Flag’s Message!
  1. Become a Partner for civic pride! Click here.
  2. Become an Ambassador for civic pride! Share a Philly FLAG and its story with others!
  3. Book The Philly Pride Lady!™ to come and share our Philly FLAG Story at your school, business, organization, or neighborhood event!
  4. Wear your Philly FLAG Gear! [available Summer 2012]
  5. Be creative with your ideas to spread the word! Tell us how you are helping to get Philly FLAGGED!™
    Your ideas may appear on our Facebook page or in press and media.
    Some ideas we've received from citizens:
  • Wear blue & yellow shoelaces in your shoes! ~ Tyronne, North Philly
  • Get a Philly FLAG tattoo! ~ Janny Fennell, North Philly
  • Learn the Philly FLAG CHANT! ~ Tonita Gomez, Northeast Philly
  • Say, “PHILADELPHIA MANETO!” instead of Hi! ~ Northeast Philly
  • Make up a Philly FLAG handshake! ~ Vincent Gallagher ~ Northeast
  • Make up a Philly FLAG Song ~ Jamille Dejesus ~ Northeast

Submit Your Get Philly FLAGGED!™ Idea