In March 1850, the Borough of Media was officially incorporated by a Special Act of Assembly. This collection is a portrait of the borough as it exists in 2025. To that end, we’re collecting photographs of every building in the borough.
Architecture is interesting, it's part of what makes Media such a distinctive place. Photos that show family members, business owners, organization staffs, volunteers and members, clergy and congregations are also included to provide a fuller portrait of Media in 2025.
When we moved here in 2017, the yard was nearly devoid of life, the bathrooms were circa 1940 and the kitchen was small.
We have since planted 5 native trees, two dozen native shrubs and about a hundred native perennials, moved the side walk and added paths across the front.
We have also remodeled both bathrooms, converted the garage to a kitchen, laundry room and 1/2 bath.
Ariano Restaurant began construction in 2006 and proudly opened its doors in November 2010. Since day one, we’ve strived to remain a family-run restaurant rooted in the heart of Media, PA. Inspired by our deep Italian heritage and grateful for the opportunities America has provided our family, we continue to share our traditions, flavors, and passion with the community we love.
Bizzy’s Baby Boutique is a locally owned baby and children's shop, carrying sizes newborn through size 8 clothing and gifts.
We carry a carefully curated selection of brands including Rylee and Cru, Hatley, Tartine et Chocolat, Quincy Mae, Pink Chicken, Magnetic Me, Kissy Kissy, Mud Pie, Coco Moon, Nella Pima and more!
We also carry collections from local creators in order to support small businesses.
Bizzy’s Baby Boutique is open 7 days a week for all of your shopping & gifting needs!
We offer complimentary gift wrap year round and holiday wrapping during the season.
Come visit us for a wonderful shopping experience!
The Brill-Cressler family consisting of Bea, Walt, & Josie Cressler and Claire Brill stand on their garden terrace at 300 North Providence Road, Media, PA. The neo-colonial house was built in 1935. The terrace, the separate art studio, and native plantings were added in 2022.
This is a photo of Christ Episcopal Church. A charter incorporating the Parish was obtained from the County Court in 1854. The cornerstone was laid in 1858, and the church was consecrated in 1860. The church has functioned as a house of worship continuously ever since. We celebrated our 170th anniversary in November of 2024 with a rededication of the church.
From left to right, Borough of Media Environmental Advisory Council members: Walt Cressler, Woody Kotch, Erica Burman, Maggie Killcoyne, David Director, Dana Marks, and Chris Bannan; Borough Council liaison to the EAC Lisa Gelman; Borough of Media Special Projects Coordinator Allie Garrett
Members of First Baptist Church of Media's AWANA children’s program that meets on Sunday evenings during the school year.
Reverend Bob Beverly and Jayne Beverly
Glimmer, a boutique by Lisa Zahn opened September 23 2025 - a dream come true and a reminder that anything is possible in our wonderful town.
The store is the first business turnover at 209 west state street since 1974. It was the former location of Mankind Headquarters which had relocated in 2025.
At Greatest Hits Records and Books you will find plastered poster walls, a green checkered floor, and bins of vinyl waiting to be flipped through and used books waiting to be read —it’s everything you love about a classic record and book shop. A record shop from the 1980s called Right Hemisphere used to be located on this same block.
