PlanPhilly: Planning Philadelphia's Future

Petty’s Island has a long and storied history, from its beginnings as a Native American settlement to its 17th-century use as a slave depot. The island, located in the Delaware River, also had a reputation as a dangerous place—the site of gambling, duels, and shipwrecks. Learn the story of Petty’s Island and watch the documentary Petty’s Island: A Sacred Part of America's Story, produced by the Camden City African American Commission and the South Jersey Environmental Justice Alliance as part of the Scribe Video Center's Precious Places Community History Project. From January 29 through April 11, HSP will host an exhibit created by contemporary artist Duke Riley and inspired by the history of Petty’s Island. To view HSP's full calendar of events, click here.