American Bandstand

American Bandstand is a Pennsylvania historical marker in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, dedicated 1997.

Philadelphia County · dedicated 1997 · 4601 Market St., Philadelphia

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This television program had a major impact on the music, dance, and lifestyles of American teenagers. "Bandstand," a local show, began in 1952. Dick Clark became host in 1956, and on August 5, 1957, "American Bandstand" debuted on the nationwide ABC network. Until 1964 the show was broadcast from WFIL-TV here. This 1947 building was one of the first designed and constructed. exclusively for television productions.

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Marker data: Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission via data.pa.gov

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