HSoF

•Monthly lectures March-June and September-December

•Museum open to public by appointment

•Library reference and research services

The Historical Society of Frankford collects, preserves and presents the history of Frankford and vicinity. The Society documents and interprets the history of the people, places, events, and traditions of this area and serves as an advocate for the preservation of the region’s historic resources. Through its collections and programs, the HSoF provides opportunities for its members, the surrounding community, and the general public to explore and appreciate the history of Frankford and its place in the world.

Events

The Historical Society of Frankford is happy to announce that we have returned to in-person lectures. Masks are optional and we have also resumed serving refreshments. Y'all come!

Note that we will continue to stream our live meetings in real time for those unable to attend in person.

Upcoming Events

13
OCT

Philadelphia and the Making of

America: episode 7, Renewal

Host: Sam Katz, Film Producer

Sam Katz, president of History Making Productions, will make a video presentation at HSF’s monthly meeting and lecture on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. He will present episode 7, Renewal, of his series Philadelphia and the Making of America. The film explores Philadelphia from 1925 to 1963, a period shaped by the Great Depression, World War II, political transformation, and ambitious efforts to remake the city. Through stories of Albert M. Greenfield, shifting political power, racial discrimination in housing and employment, and the rise of urban renewal, the episode examines who benefited from Philadelphia’s reinvention and who was left behind. Katz, a lifelong Philadelphian now well known for ventures in business, politics, and documentary filmmaking, realized in 2007 that no authoritative film history then existed for his hometown. To fill that void, he assembled a team of scholars, storytellers, and filmmakers to create inclusive and compelling video presentations. This team would become History Making Productions, which since then has produced award winning and widely acclaimed films about Philadelphia and other

cities.

Doors open at 7:00 PM, and the presentation begins at 7:30. It will also stream live on the HSF Facebook page. The event is free and open to the public. Free, off street parking will be available across Orthodox Street at the Frankford Friends School. Light refreshments will be available. See you there!