Philadelphia Protesters Rally Against Proposed Sixers Arena Near Chinatown

Philadelphia Protesters Rally Against Proposed Sixers Arena Near Chinatown
More than a thousand protesters gathered outside Philadelphia City Hall to against the proposed NBA Sixers arena, 76 Place, near Chinatown, on Sept. 7, 2024. Frank Liang/The Epoch Times
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PHILADELPHIA—On Sept. 7, more than a thousand protesters gathered outside city hall to rally against the proposed NBA Philadelphia 76ers arena, called 76 Place, near Chinatown.

The event, organized by the Save Chinatown Coalition, brought together community leaders, politicians, and residents concerned about the potential negative impact the development could have on one of Philadelphia’s oldest neighborhoods.