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Frankie Avalon. DJ Jazzy Jeff. Dick Clark. John Coltrane. Patti Labelle. Teddy Pendergrass. Joan Jett . Step by step, name by name - Philadelphia's musical history comes alive on the Walk of Fame.

Walk. Stroll. Meander. Or, if you're feeling fancy, strut.
No matter what your style, you can relive nine decades of Philadelphia 's contributions to the world of music. View 106 bronze plaques as you journey through Philadelphia 's unique musical landscape. From early jazz, blues gospel and rock through funk, pop and hip-hop, they're all here.

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See the names, hear the music . The Walk of Fame is the perfect gateway to Philadelphia 's exciting current music scene. Take your picture next to a plaque immortalizing one of Philly's music greats, then hear the real thing at one of our renowned nightclubs, where Philadelphia 's soundtrack plays every night of the week. Or, for a musical experience on a grander scale, visit the magnificent Kimmel Center , home to the Philadelphia Orchestra and an eclectic array of performers.

Experience the Walk of Fame in the heart of Philadelphia , on the Avenue of the Arts (on Broad Street , between Walnut and Spruce Streets).