Penn Landmarks
The Penn Fund launched the Penn Landmarks magnet series in fiscal year 2008 to demonstrate our appreciation to our annual donors. The series introduces a new magnet with a photo of a Penn landmark – such as the LOVE sculpture featured on this year’s version – every fiscal year through to 2012.
The magnet is sent to all those who make a gift to The Penn Fund. By making annual gifts in all five years, you will ensure that you receive the complete Penn Landmarks series.
Click on the images below for more on each individual magnet.
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2009-2010
Franklin Field
Franklin Field is the oldest two-tiered stadium in the country with a seating capacity of approximately 52,000. Originally opened in 1895 for the first running of the Penn Relays, the stadium was rebuilt in 1922. It has been the site of the nation's first scoreboard, the first football radio broadcast, the first football telecast, and Vince Lombardi's only NFL playoff loss.
The Penn Relays, the oldest organized relay competition in the United States (it began in 1895), is held at Franklin Field every year in April. The Relays bring together the best track and field athletes from high schools and colleges worldwide. Some may remember when the field was the home of the Army-Navy football game, as well as the Philadelphia Eagles.
Franklin Field cost $100,000 to build in 1895 and is located on South Street.
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