

In April 2021, the Center followed up with many of the same parents we surveyed in March 2020 to check in on their children’s use of technology and social media during the pandemic. Those with young children wrestled with a lack of child care and worried about their kids’ social skills – concerns that are still relevant today as schools navigate changing circumstances, parents manage changes in where and how they work, and families await vaccines for children under 5. The first year of the coronavirus pandemic brought a variety of challenges for parents, from helping their kids manage technology to increased screen time. Yet no one knew just how relevant that conversation would become in the months ahead. parents at the beginning of March 2020, we knew the conversation around children and technology was at the forefront of many parents’ minds. And while the photo ops are countless, there's just something about being there and seeing it in person.When Pew Research Center fielded a survey of U.S. This penalty box is one of three chair zones where you can sit and learn about area sports, music, and culture. You can zoom in and out of neighborhoods, different landmarks, and other points of interest. Six multilingual interactive touch screen kiosks are provided to assist your own eyes. First to take a pic of themselves with Ben Franklin, and second is to look out and see something they're familiar with." And one 75 second ride in an express elevator later, his head is up on 57.Įvans says, "Everybody rushes to two things when they get up here. "If you only had an hour in Philly, this is the place to do it, because you're going to see what Philly really represents - what the heart and soul of Philadelphia is," Evans said.īen Franklin is a theme throughout the observation deck, with part of a larger than life statue of Ben greeting you on the second floor - his mammoth size 96 feet. Even the music that's playing, all has a Philadelphia connection.

The idea is to offer a new vantage point from the top of the iconic skyscraper, but not be so far removed as to not feel the presence of the city you're overlooking. So, right now visibility is about at 40 miles."Įvans explains the finishing touches are in the works, the final push to the public opening. General Manager Evan Evans says, "Today we're looking at Limerick today we're looking at Trenton today we're looking beyond Wilmington. From this vantage point you can see City Hall, the Camden Waterfront, and even the cooling towers in Limerick.

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One Liberty Observation Deck is 57 floors up - 883 feet above street level - and boasts floor to ceiling windows and 360 degree views. The new observation deck at the top of the iconic skyscraper One Liberty Place offers breathtaking sights of Philadelphia and beyond.ĬENTER CITY (WPVI) - The new observation deck at the top of the iconic skyscraper One Liberty Place offers breathtaking sights of Philadelphia and beyond, and in just one week visitors can experience the newest attraction that offers much more than a great view.
