The Ed Bacon Foundation

The Ed Bacon Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the vision and legacy of Philadelphia's former city planning director, Edmund N. Bacon. The organization's programs focus on creating opportunities for young designers and civic leaders, as well as creating a dialogue about the importance of urban planning and vision in Philadelphia and across the U.S.
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Announcing "REBUILD | REVIVE" — The 3rd Annual Ed Bacon Student Design Competition. August 4-October 31, 2008. Pre-registration required.

A TRIBUTE TO RUTH AND ED BACON: 4:00 pm Sunday April 6th at the Community Education Center, 3500 Lancaster Avenue.

Connecting Market East

On November 5, 2007 the Foundation awarded the winners of its second annual national student design competition. The keynote speaker and recipient of the Foundation's Award for Professional Excellence was Paul Goldberger.

Imagining Penn Center

National Student Design Competition Awards Ceremony with keynote speaker Robert A.M. Stern, was held October 11, 2006.

Ed Bacon Historic Marker

On Wednesday, September 13th, the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission and The Ed Bacon Foundation dedicated a State Historical Marker for Edmund N. Bacon. Details, pictures, and audio of the speeches.

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The official registration and financial information of The Ed Bacon Foundation may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.