South Philly Review
Keeping Mario Lanzaâs memory alive and well
Photo/Mark Zimmaro
South Philly native Mario Lanza will always be known as one of the best tenors the world has ever seen. And a continuous effort forges forward to make sure he wonât be forgotten.
Now in its fifth home in Philadelphia, the Mario Lanza Institute and Museum is open for business at its new location at 1214 Reed St. in Passyunk Square. Photos, movie posters, gold records, outfits and all kinds of rare memorabilia line the walls of the newly renovated building.Â
Mario Lanzaâs memory is alive and well in South Philadelphia.