Philadelphia

Matisse and Modigilani in Philly

Henri Matisse (French, 1869–1954) lived a long and fruitful life as an artist. Amadeo Modigliani (Italian, 1884–1920) did not. Wracked by illness as a child and poverty–and substance abuse–as an adult, he died of tubercular meningitis long before being recognized as a central figure to Modern art. His lover commit suicide the next day, jumping …

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Element by Westin® Announces Opening of Element Philadelphia

Element Hotels – part of Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 leading brands and designed for today’s healthy, active traveler – announced recently the opening of Element Philadelphia, marking the brand’s debut in the city. Developed by Conshohoken-based Chestlen Development, the hotel will be the newest addition to Philadelphia’s reemerging hospitality scene, with travelers planning …

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