Ivan Robinson
Putting the "Nice" Back in "the Town."
Posted July 17th, 2008 by Teishan in
Producer of the Work / Filmmaker:
Nicetown Community Development Corporation with Scribe Video Center
Year released:
2005
Length:
10 min 29 seconds
Price:
This video is available for purchase as part of a Precious Places Community History Project Vol.2 compilation DVD.
The Nicetown neighborhood in North Philadelphia has been known to suffer from an undeserved joke: that there is nothing "nice" here. However, many residents are quick to differ, pointing to the neighborhood's community life and historic attractions. The Nicetown Community Development Corporation, for example, offers a wealth of neighborhood programs including housing counseling, adult basic education, computer literacy, and social service referrals.
