For better or for worse, South Kensington is a neighborhood in transition. Fancy new developments are popping up everywhere, but like so many areas of Philadelphia, the true appeal of South Kensington comes from it’s rich history and amalgamation of cultures. Although South Kensington isn’t (yet) the tourist destination that neighboring Northern Liberties or Fishtown are touted as, it still has much to offer.
Made-in-Philadelphia jeans, totes, belts, aprons and more.
A reuse store that focuses on creative materials like fabric, wood, art supplies and more.
Periods of calm during the winter are called Halcyon Days. Ninety minutes of calm in complete darkness, floating weightlessly while your anxiety drifts away—that’s Halcyon Floats. Each tank holds 850 pounds of Epsom salts dissolved in just 10 inches of water, which creates the buoyancy needed for you to float perfectly on the surface. They say the total darkness can cause hallucinations, but I’d shell out just for the peace and quiet.
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