250 years ago, the Declaration of Independence affirmed that a government exists to serve the people. Although that affirmation has not been enforced with equal measure, Philadelphians have fought to create a City of Brotherly Love. The city's collective beauty is apparent in its parks and public art, while infrastructure such as telephone lines and […]
Looking Glass is an exhibition of works by six contemporary craft artists in conversation with the architecture, history, and interpretation of Cliveden. Sited within the historic interiors and grounds of […]
The Poets' Studio is excited to continue Season 2 with our Poet of the Month, Serena Chopra! Join us on October 28, 2026, from 7:00pm-8:30pm Twelve Gates Arts (106 N 2nd St) for a reading and generative writing workshop led by Serena. Doors open at 6:30 and close at 7. Curated by Sanam Sheriff, The […]
Join us at Public Trust for The Landscape of Memory, a screening and conversation on Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 6:00–8:00pm exploring shifting relationships to place, history and home. The program will feature Maori Karmael Holmes, Lali Khalid, and Sama Alshaibi in conversation, moderated by Zehra Zehra, alongside screenings of works by Carrie Mae Weems, Khalid, […]
Join Cliveden for a closing reception for Looking Glass on Saturday, November 14th from 3pm to 5pm! The Chew House will be open for self-guided walkthroughs of the art installations […]
Join Buried Creek Collective at the Discovery Center on Friday, November 20, for a night of readings, art exhibits, and conversations about envisioning better climate futures in Philadelphia. Free and open to the public, "Daylight After Dark: Artists and Writers Showcase on Climate Change" showcases work from local environmental artists including sculptor Stacy Levy, painter […]
