Julian Abele Park
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BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION ABOUT JULIAN F. ABELE
Julian Abele – (April 30, 1881 – April 23, 1950) was a prominent African-American architect, known best for his work on the Duke University campus and on the Philadelphia Museum of Art. (read more at Wikipedia)
University of Pennsylvania UPenn Biography of Julian Abele
Out of the Shadows (Smithsonian magazine, February 2005) – After decades of obscurity, African-American architect Julian Abele is finally getting recognition for his contributions to some of 20th-century America’s most prestigious buildings.
Curbed story about Julian Abele and Duke University
Julian Abele Biography from the American Architects and Buildings database
The Philadelphia Inquirer (2016)
Duke University:
University of Pennsylvania:
PARK-RELATED
No-Smoking Policy:
Smoking is not allowed on any Parks and Recreation property including buildings, playgrounds, ice or skating rinks, fields or courts, pools, picnic areas, walking areas and parking lots.
The smoke free policy will:
– Help protect children and adults from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke
– Reduce cigarette butt litter
– Reduce the risk of fire
– Lessen the frequency with which children see others smoking.
If you see someone smoking:
– Inform them about the new law
– Point to the nearest “No Smoking” sign and ask them to put out their cigarette
– Call 215-685-5681 to report a complaint
http://www.phila.gov/ParksandRecreation/aboutus/Pages/RulesandRegulations.aspx
Animal-Free Area – Julian Abele Park is designated as an animal-free area under the regulations of the Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Department. Dogs are prohibited in animal-free areas. An animal-free area is a zone where no animals are permitted, except support, service, or guide animals as recognized under Pennsylvania or federal law. Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Dog Regulations
Some archived park history (previously posted by SOSNA)
SouthPhillyBlocks.com (August 2, 2006 park meeting report)
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society
Philadelphia Mural Arts Program
OTHER LOCAL LINKS
SOSNA – South of South Neighborhood Association
CITY-WIDE SERVICES
Philadelphia Police Department
Philadelphia Parking Authority
Philadelphia Department of Streets
(eg. Trash Collection schedules)
