24K views · 875 reactions | Wanamaker’s Christmas Light Show in...

Wanamaker’s, a historic department store in Philadelphia founded in 1876 by John Wanamaker, played a pivotal role in shaping the city’s retail landscape and is remembered for its grand architecture and elaborate holiday displays. Known for innovations like price tags and return policies, it became a cultural landmark, especially during the holidays when its festive window displays drew large crowds. Wanamaker’s connection to the 1987 film Mannequin lies in its influence on the film’s department

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2.5K views · 55 reactions | Music is one of the seven liberal arts and sciences Freemasons are encouraged to study, and the Wanamaker Organ in the former department store building belonging to Brother John Wanamaker, Friendship Lodge No. 400, has been a source of beautiful music for almost 115 years. Hear from Brother Curt Mangel, William Penn - Harmony Lodge No. 52 F&AM, a former Wanamaker Organ curator, about its history and impact! | The Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, F & AM | Facebook