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Philly FLAG

 

Five Philly FLAG Facts

 

Who: Reverend Henry McCook, Vice President of the Academy of Natural Sciences 1882. He was a highly regarded Entomologist for his expertise on the behavior of ants and spiders. He was also a Presbyterian Minister.

What: He suggested the concept of a Philadelphia civic flag and submitted designs(drawings) for the flag with a letter to Mayor Edwin S Stuart on October 3 1894.

When: On March 27, 1895 City council made the flag official with an ordinance(Ordinance = A Law)

Where: The Philadelphia Civic Flag began flying in and around City buildings. Gradually it was used in other public arenas. Where have you seen our Philly FLAG? (Click here to let us know)

Why: The concept of the Philly FLAG was presented by McCook first and foremost as a "unifying symbol" for all citizens in beautifully diverse ethnic city.



PHILLY FLAG CENTRAL!
 » Welcome to PHILLY FLAG CENTRAL!

This is the place to get your FLAG-TASTIC Philly FLAGS, so that you can, “FLY IT AND LIVE BY IT!” Supporting Partners for Civic Pride, means improving Philadelphia for all. But we can only continue our work to FLAG Philadelphia with your financial support. Dollars spent in our store, helps to fund the annual Philly FLAG Event and Get Flagged™ Programs! A portion of your purchase is a tax deductible donation. Thank you for your support, and enjoy your Philly FLAG!

 

*** Prices include all Shipping and Handling charges

Lapel Pin
Lapel Pin - Philadelphia Civic Flag - $5.00
Flagnostand
4” x 6” Flag Philadelphia Civic Desk Flag without stand - $10.00
Flagstand
4” x 6” Flag Philadelphia Civic Desk Flag with stand - $12.00
Flag 12x18
12” x 18” Rally & Antenna Flag!... take it to the next Philly Sport's game you attend and wave it! - $15.00
Flag 12x18
12” x 18” Philadelphia Civic Marching Flag with staff - $20.00
Flag 3x5
3’ x 5’ Philadelphia Civic Flying Flag (Suitable for Outdoors) - $40.00


Philly FLAG gear coming Summer 2012!!