Philadelphia, PA - Philadelphia Boathouse Row, home to twelve rowing clubs from which four of the city's universities also compete, "Boathouse Row" is maintained by the individual clubs which together are members of the Schuylkill Navy of Philadelphia.
Founded in 1858 to promote amateurism on the river and secure collective action among and for the clubs, the Schuylkill Navy today partners with Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, the Philadelphia Water Department, and the Fairmount Park Conservancy not only to improve the river's infrastructure but also to promote strategic initiatives like stewardship and access and inclusion.
Philadelphia Le Dîner en Blanc 2019 at Boathouse Row - More than 6,000 guests descended upon the iconic Boathouse Row for the 8th Philadelphia Le Dîner en Blanc 2019. Marking the eighth year in a row for The City of Brotherly Love and the largest Dîner en Blanc gathering in the country so far this year as guest explored one of the city's most iconic landmarks while mingling among fellow Philadelphians dining.