First Thanksgiving Day Parade in the Nation

FIRST
THANKSGIVING DAY
PARADE IN THE NATION
Founded in 1920 by the Gimbel's Department
Store, it modestly featured 15 ceremonial cars
and holiday figures such as Santa Claus. The
Parade steadily grew in size and stature.
and now marches annually on this glorious
route down the world-famous cultural corridor.
the Benjamin Franklin Parkway. This officially
kicks off the holiday season in Philadelphia,
"the City of firsts." continuing precious time-
honored traditions and memories for generations
of visitors and Philadelphians alike.


Submitted by @PhillyCityRep