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Schuylkill Crossing Bridge Opening Day & Ribbon Cutting
Join Schuylkill River Development Corporation, the City of Philadelphia, and its partners to celebrate the opening of the newest section of Schuylkill Banks at the Schuylkill Crossing swing bridge!
Schedule of Events:
2pm Hear remarks from elected officials and city partners
3pm Ribbon cutting and bridge opens
Fall treats and free opening day Schuylkill Crossing sweatshirts available while supplies last.
Location and Transportation Options
The official remarks will take place at the Grays Ferry Crescent Esplanade, near the trail entrance at Wharton Street and Schuylkill Avenue. Bicycle parking is available along the Grays Ferry Crescent near 34th Street. Multiple SEPTA bus routes serve this area, including Routes 64, and 79 (making stops at 34th Street and Grays Ferry Avenue). Limited street parking is available near the trail entrances; it’s recommended to take public transportation, bike, or walk.
Project Details
Schuylkill Crossing is a swing bridge spanning the Schuylkill River just south of the Grays Ferry Avenue Bridge. Utilizing the location of an old railroad crossing, this new bridge connects the east and west portions of the Schuylkill Banks and creates a continuous 4.7 mile trail.