Historical Exhibition Will Kick-Off Community College of Philadelphia's 40th Anniversary

PHILADELPHIA, PA, September 10, 2004 - On Sept. 23, Community College of Philadelphia will host the opening reception for their "40 Years... Creating Destinies: A History in the Making" exhibit of historic College memorabilia and photographs. The exhibit kicks-off the College's yearlong 40th anniversary celebration. The exhibit traces the College's milestones with photography and artifacts beginning with its first president, Allen T. Bonnell, through the present.

The exhibit will depict the history of the College's campus and growth as it transitioned from the old Snellenberg department store building to its current campus at 17th and Spring Garden. A history of the College's Mint Building as one of the first original U.S. Mint locations will be depicted with photographs and artifacts. Photographs and quotes from prominent alumni in the Philadelphia will fill several display cases along with featured College faculty and staff. Each College president will have a display case depicting their many accomplishments and accolades.

Community College of Philadelphia opened its doors September 23, 1965, to 1,200 students after the State Board of Education approved its application. Today, the College serves more than 40,000 students each year at its Main Campus, three Regional Centers and various community sites. According to the Philadelphia Business Journal, the College is the largest institution of higher education in the Philadelphia region, providing much-needed services to Philadelphians. For additional information, visit the College's 40th anniversary web page at http://www.ccp.edu/site/40th/.

Event details

EVENT: "40 Years...Creating Destinies: A History in the Making" An Historical Exhibit of Community College of Philadelphia

WHEN: Sept. 23 - Oct. 31, 2004
Opening Reception, Thursday, Sept. 23, 4:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Community College of Philadelphia, Rotunda Gallery 1700 Spring Garden Street

INFORMATION: http://www.ccp.edu/site/40th/.