Friends of Trinity

04/19/2026

04/11/2026

Pictured is the model of the Fox Chase Hotel that was at the intersection of Pine, Oxford & Rhawn (now a Dunkin Donuts). It was in a model competition with our Trinity model.

04/11/2026

Caanstaters today!

04/09/2026

REMINDER: This coming Saturday!

The 2026 Northeast Philadelphia History Fair is coming on April 11th!

Join the Historical Society of Frankford and many other historical societies and groups at the Northeast Philadelphia History Fair!

The Friends of Northeast Philadelphia History are proud to present the 2026 History Fair. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or just love learning about the past, this is the event for you.

Come explore historic displays, hear fascinating presentations, and browse a collection of books, maps, prints, and rare photographs. It’s a perfect day to celebrate the rich heritage of Northeast Philly!

DATE: Saturday, April 11, 2026
TIME: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
LOCATION: Cannstatter Volkfest Verein, 9130 Academy Road, Philadelphia, PA 19114.

FREE ADMISSION!

This event only happens every other year, so don’t miss it!

It is a great opportunity to meet others who are interested in the local history of Northeast Philadelphia. Stop by and say hi, at the Historical Society of Frankford's table, where there will be all sorts of interesting items, as well as information about events and volunteer opportunities.

Bill Wikoff, Secretary @ HSF

01/25/2026

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Snow is piling up in and around the city, and the temperatures have dropped. Warming centers are open in Philadelphia amid the brutally cold temperatures and risk of power outages during Sunday's winter storm.

12/06/2025

Robert Harper was baptized at Trinity Oxford. He went on to establish Harper's Ferry. See his baptismal record in the Comments. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17scxWupMW/

12/03/2025

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08/08/2025

Is this monument still at Olney Playground?

06/25/2025

12,000 years. Millions of stories.
Whats yours?

Come tell your story at the history recording station at the Neighborhood History Celebration this weekend!

People have been living in the Byberry area for thousands of years. Most of their stories are lost to time. But we are working to preserve the ones that are left.

What stories do you know from this area that should never be forgotten? Come tell your story on June 28.

https://preservationalliance.com/all_events/neighborhood-history-celebration/

06/25/2025

Trinity Oxford parishioner, Sue Fillman, passed away on Sunday. We will miss her caring presence, sense of humor and beautiful singing voice. Services are on Saturday at Trinity Church Oxford, details below. ✝️

06/14/2025

Betsy Ross sat in our pews. Come sit where Betsy sat at Trinity Church, Oxford in Philadelphia, Sundays at 9am. She was married to our minister's son. On June 14 in 1777, the Continental Congress passed the Flag Resolution stating: "Resolved, That the flag of the thirteen United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new constellation."