The FRIENDS OF GORGAS PARK welcome you to the pride of the Roxborough Community, and one of the premier parks in the City of Philadelphia. Gorgas Park is a place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature. It is a place to enjoy festivals, concerts and other community events.
Inside our website you will learn all there is to know about Gorgas Park and all the wonderful community events we sponsor throughout the year!
Gorgas Park is located on Ridge Avenue, between Hermitage and Fountain Streets, adjacent to Roxborough High School. If traveling west from Center City Philadelphia on I-76, take the Belmont Avenue Exit (Roxborough/Manayunk), turn right at end of ramp, proceed over bridge, turn left at light, proceed to next light (Leverington Avenue), turn right. Follow Leverington Avenue up hill to Ridge Avenue. Turn left onto Ridge Avenue. Proceed past light at Hermitage. Gorgas Park is on your left. If traveling east on I-76 from the Conshohocken area, take the Belmont Avenue exit. Turn left at the end of the ramp, proceed under overpass, over bridge and follow the directions as highlighted above in blue.
PERMIT INFORMATION
Gorgas Park is becoming a popular spot to hold a family, school or office event! We are proud people want to use the park! However, a permit is required. Contact Barbara McCabe, 215-683-3679 or email her at barbara.mccabe@phila.gov.
Our beautiful Gazebo illuminated at dusk!
The beautiful photograph of our gazebo was taken by Lisa Schaffer, a very talented local photographer. You can view Ms. Schaffer's work on her webpage, www.skylerbug.com.
TENTH ANNUAL HARVEST FESTIVAL
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2006
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Harvest Festival Crafters!
$20 a spot, No flea marketers!
Mail $20 check to:
Victor Pospischil
498 East Gates Street
Philadelphia, PA 19128
Make check payable to: Friends of Gorgas Park
The Friends of Gorgas Park support the Roxborough Development Corporation, whose mission it is to improve the quality of life for Roxborough Residents by promoting volunteer and business organizations within the community. Please visit their website at:
