Saddened but Not Dissuaded
Today, Philadelphia’s legacy in the shadow of the upcoming 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence’s signing is about more than a single historical document.
It endures everything that encapsulates present-day America, including the good and also (regrettably) the bad.
Just over a week ago, a historical Philly tradition was disrupted when eleven people were hurt in a mass shooting as the Memorial Day Celebrations slowly disbanded for the evening, not far from the Lemon Hill Mansion and Lemon Hill basketball courts in Fairmount Park.
Celebrations of Memorial Day in Fairmount Park date back to observances in Laurel Hill Cemetery, not long after the conclusion of the Civil War.
Our modern temperatures make the end of May and the beginning of June locked into humidity and heat that bring out some of the best night-time competition on the basketball court. Throughout the city, our outdoor courts are filled with some of the best pickup games around.
Philly ranks 6th in outdoor basketball courts according to Courts of the World.
If you’re looking for a little history to accompany your pickup game, Lemon Hill in the Fairmount Park area offers some of the best basketball in the City, Set against the backdrop of the historic Lemon Hill Mansion, which is also beautifully lit against the river at night.
Despite the violence, Fairmount Park and the basketball courts remain open to the public for spring and summer events.
It’s not just another example of Philly’s determination. It’s an example of its resolve.
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