Robert P. Thomas
, AIA, a nationally recognized architect and planner, is a founding partner at the Philadelphia firm of Campbell Thomas & Co. Architects, launched in 1976. He is also Chair of the Philadelphia Historical Commission and Vice President and Co-Founding Board Member of the Philadelphia Parks Alliance.
Bob’s professional work is focused on historic preservation, sustainability, and community revitalization. Bob has practiced since 1969, and is now the partner-in-charge for trail, greenway development, and heritage corridor projects.
In this area, Bob has directed or been involved with the creation of the Schuylkill River Trail, the Radnor Multi-Use Trail, and the Perkiomen Trail, among many others, as well as more distant greenways, including the Gettysburg to Hanover Trail and the September 11
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National Memorial Trail. Bob’s commitment to improving cycling opportunities and experiences has been recognized and celebrated by leading Rail-to-Trail and environmental organizations.
Bob also practices what he preaches. A celebrated cycling advocate, Bob can be seen anywhere and everywhere in the Philadelphia area, riding his signature folding bike.