Pre-Event Young Professional Social - World Heritage City Celebration

Join GPA's Young Professionals and the Event Planning Committee for a brief networking and event prep in our office building.

About the celebration: 

On September 3, 2025, we celebrate a decade of global connection, local pride, and transformative milestones at the 10th annual World Heritage City Celebration. This moment marks more than an anniversary—it honors the journey of Philadelphia since its historic designation in 2015 as America’s first World Heritage City. With that title came a powerful responsibility: to uplift our heritage, amplify our global voice, and expand the ever-growing circle of cultural exchange, sustainability, and civic pride. The celebration is a tribute to our city's place in the world and the world’s place in our city.10 year logo

Each year since our designation, the Global Philadelphia Association (GPA) has helped turn this vision into action—supporting cultural preservation, fostering international partnerships, and connecting Philadelphia’s rich past to its bold, inclusive future. Through collaborative projects like the SDG murals, citywide events, and educational outreach, GPA has brought heritage to life in schools and neighborhoods across the city. The celebration is a reflection of this momentum—an evening to honor those who turn global thinking into community impact.