Wick Fisher White Featured on WHYY’s You Oughta Know Show, Highlighting Engineering at the National Constitution Center
February 25, 2026
Wick Fisher White is excited to share that the firm was featured last week in a segment of You Oughta Know on WHYY, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the engineering systems that support the National Constitution Center.
You Oughta Know spotlights the people, places, and stories that make the Philadelphia region unique.
This year marks Wick Fisher White’s 125th anniversary, a milestone that coincides with America’s 250th birthday. Being featured in a program centered on an institution that plays a vital role in preserving our nation’s history was meaningful for our team, particularly as Wick Fisher White, WHYY, and the National Constitution Center are all located on Independence Mall.
The segment highlighted the mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection (MEP/FP) systems that create a comfortable environment for visitors while maintaining the precise climate conditions required to protect sensitive documents and artifacts.
For many years, Wick Fisher White supported renovations within the Center’s exhibit galleries. These projects often involved reconfiguring 2,500 to 5,000 square feet of space on tight schedules to accommodate new and traveling exhibits. Renovations also included aspects of the building systems infrastructure including a comprehensive retro-commissioning project that identified engineering upgrades to make the building better and more efficient
The WHYY feature also incorporated archival images of early engineers and historic building systems, reflecting on the progress of the profession since the firm’s founding in 1901. It went behind the scenes at the National Constitution Center, showing engineers at work and offering a closer look at the systems that keep the museum running smoothly. Viewers also saw scenes from our own office, providing a glimpse of the people and environment where Wick Fisher White projects come to life.
As a bonus, Principal Tony DiLeonardo brought his creative vision to the video and co-produced part of the program’s musical score, showing that engineers can go beyond just technical expertise.
Since 1901, it has been our privilege to contribute to the city’s design and construction community, and to the buildings that shape Philadelphia’s skyline and community life.
As we reflect on our history, we remain focused on the future. In addition to educating viewers, we hope this feature encourages students and young professionals to explore careers in MEP/FP engineering — a field where ideas move from concept to construction and make a lasting impact on how buildings perform and how people experience them.
Built on Legacy. Engineering with Purpose.