The North Broad Renaissance
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Revitalizing Commerce, Community and Culture! #ThinkBroad
In partnership with community stakeholders, we are looking to revitalize the community, create opportunity, and improve the economic power and overall quality of life along North Broad.
Meet Ydaly Mer — the lead artist behind the iconic Health is Wealth mural on North Broad. 🎨
What began as an investment in local art didn't stop at the mural. Ydaly's work caught the attention of a leader in Baltimore, who invited her to bring her talents to a gateway project there.
Sometimes impact doesn't show up on a receipt. Sometimes it's the person who sees your work — and the opportunity you didn't know was coming.
That's what activation can do. ✨
🎙️ Think Broad Podcast: Season 2 Finale
As Philly wraps up a catalytic 2026, how do we make sure it's not just a spotlight — but a springboard?
We sit down with workforce leader Shiela Ireland from OIC Philadelphia to talk jobs, workforce development, entrepreneurship, and economic mobility on North Broad.
🎧 Watch the finale now!
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mUYEFEUVm8
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/10V2JUyMGEwkWXi5Q1HzpU
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/think-broad-podcast/id1768101620
You've seen the space. You've seen the block. 👀
What business would YOU put here?
We're spotlighting another available property on North Broad — and we want your take. Comment below, and tag an entrepreneur or business owner who should be thinking about North Broad. 👇
09/12/2026
Meet Tina, owner of Oh Brother on North Broad! 👋🥪
Tina joins the Summer aBroad Block Party every year. This summer, one attendee got a cheesesteak on us — courtesy of a Summer aBroad coupon. That customer came back and bought five more.
That's why our coupons weren't just giveaways. They were customer acquisition. We helped people walk through the door — Tina turned them into customers.
That's what intentional corridor activation can do. 💪
Available Space Spotlight: 1700 North Broad 🏢
Could your business be here?
This spot is ready for a business looking to grow alongside one of Philadelphia's most active corridors.
Interested in opening or expanding on North Broad? Contact the listing agent 📩
09/09/2026
We're giving away 2 box seats to see Chelsea Handler live! 🎤
Chelsea Handler is bringing The High and Mighty Tour to The Met Philadelphia on September 26, and thanks to our partnership with Live Nation, one lucky winner (+1 guest) will watch the show from a box seat.
Want in? Here's how to enter:
✅ Follow North Broad Renaissance on Facebook
✅ Comment below and tell us who you'd bring
✅ Tag a friend for a bonus entry
This is what it means to Think Broad — bringing world-class entertainment right here to North Broad. 💚
Good luck!
Thinking about your next Philadelphia location? Don't overlook North Broad. 📍
Major institutions. Healthcare anchors. Entertainment destinations. Residential growth. Transit access. Longtime neighborhood businesses. Thousands of people moving through the corridor every day.
And we're still growing.
North Broad isn't just a place to watch — it's a place to invest in now.
Looking for commercial space? Let's talk. 📩 [email protected]
09/05/2026
Summer aBroad, by the numbers: 📊
💰 $300K+ invested in the series 🎟️ ~$50K in coupons redeemed directly with local businesses 🏪 Local businesses supported 👥 Hundreds of visitors & participants 🎨 Artists and creatives hired 🤝 New partnerships activated
This is what corridor activation looks like when economic impact is part of the strategy.
Imagine what your business could do on North Broad. 👀
The North Broad Business Advisory Council is back! 🤝
Yesyerday, businesses and stakeholders gathered at the Aloft Hotel to reconnect, talk through what's happening across the corridor, and shape what's next for North Broad's business community.
Because the people doing business here shouldn't just watch North Broad grow — they should help shape it.
Want to get involved or learn more about the Business Advisory Council? Email [email protected].
09/01/2026
A huge THANK YOU to the amazing sponsors making OIC Philadelphia’s 4th Annual Alumni & Community Block Party possible!
Because of your generosity and commitment to our community, we’re able to host a FREE afternoon of live entertainment, delicious food, family fun, community resources, and celebration for our alumni, participants, neighbors, and friends.
Please join us in thanking our incredible sponsors:
🎉 The North Broad Renaissance
🎉 Temple University
🎉 Community College of Philadelphia
🎉 Philadelphia Department of Planning & Development
🎉 Pennsylvania Convention Center - Philadelphia, PA (Philly)
🎉 FIFTEEN Architecture + Design
🎉 School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management at Temple University
🎉 Called To Serve CDC
🎉 Philadelphia Office of Human Resources
🎉 City Year Greater Philadelphia
🎉 Citizens
🎉 ArchWell Health
🎉 Fulton Mortgage Company
🎉 ClockedInNow
🎉 Councilmember Jeffery Young, Jr.
Thank you for believing in OIC Philadelphia’s mission and helping us bring our community together for a day of connection, celebration, and opportunity.
📅 Friday, September 4
🕒 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 N. Watts Street behind OIC Philadelphia
We can’t wait to celebrate with all of you! ❤️
RSVP: https://pro.gofundme.com/event/4th-annual-alumni-block-party/e802916
Click here to claim your Sponsored Listing.
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440 North Broad Street, 3rd Floor/Portal C
Philadelphia, PA
19130
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 3pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 3pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 3pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 3pm |
| Friday | 9am - 3pm |