America's Oldest · Founded 1808

Historic Photo Gallery: 1850 to 1899

1899

In 1899 Civil War veterans gathered at the Walnut Street Theatre for a reunion. In true patriotic fashion for the occasion, the building was outfitted with red, white, and blue bunting.

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