Category: History
AVS founder honored in exhibit for 250th
American Vegan Society Founder Jay Dinshah is honored as a “Hometown Revolutionary” in a new semiquincentennial exhibit by the Harrison Township Historical Society of Gloucester County NJ. The exhibit explores “the contributions to life, liberty and happiness by Gloucester Countians from 1776 to the present day and how their achievements continue to challenge and inspire.”
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A Vegan Cheesesteak Day Like No Other
On Monday, Vegan Cheesesteak Day, the 2026 Best Vegan Cheesesteak in Philly contest concluded in a big way: at the Philadelphia Ethical Society.
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2025 Highlights from American Vegan Society
We honored our legacy, stepped into new leadership, and expanded our role as a cultural and community hub for veganism. Here are some highlights from 2025.
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Benezet, a true colonial Philadelphia hero
Anthony Benezet is someone Philadelphians can celebrate without reservation. He was a pioneer in...
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Q and A with Freya
As she steps down as President of American Vegan Society, AVS staff caught up with Freya Dinshah for personal achievement stories and a sneak peek at the next chapter in her life.
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February is Vegan Cuisine Month!
Everyone Can Celebrate Vegan Progress Today, vegan is a familiar word. Chances are you know...
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Vegans Organize Events this Coming Vegan Cuisine Month
Vegan Cuisine Month (February) is a great time for vegans to come together and to introduce others...
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Jay Dinshah and The Pillars of Ahimsa
Jay Dinshah first wrote on the “pillars” of Ahimsa in 1966. This November marks the 90th anniversary of Jay’s birth, and today his message is still important, possibly more than ever.
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Philly Vegan Day Named In Honor Of Jay Dinshah
Happy Philly Vegan Day! Often we request Philadelphia observe World Vegan Day with its own local...
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AVS President Freya Dinshah named ‘Queen of the Vegans’
New Jersey Monthly recently profiled the president of the American Vegan Society, Freya Dinshah,...
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Celebrate the launch of the U.S. Veg Movement in Philadelphia
In doorstep remarks, this fascinating origin story will be commemorated, and even re-enacted, with the aid of music and live improv cartooning. The event will be bookended by veg-history walking tours, a signature feature of the new institution.
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FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND AMERICAN VEGAN CENTER TO OPEN IN PHILADELPHIA
The American Vegan Society (AVS) is pleased to announce a new storefront office and event space in Philadelphia. The American Vegan Center will open this summer at 17 N. 2nd Street in Old City.
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