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The African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) is proud to present, “Shared Vision: Portraits from The CCH Pounder-Koné Collection,” featuring paintings from the personal collection of award-winning actress, CCH Pounder. This exhibition, curated exclusively for AAMP, is a stunning collection of contemporary art that spans the African […]
Explore paleontology’s final frontier in Ice Dinosaurs, the Academy’s exciting new special exhibit. Transport yourself to the Late Cretaceous period in the Arctic Circle, where dinosaurs actually lived year-round in extreme polar environments. This brand-new, immersive and educational experience brings this era to life with animatronic […]
Light through a glass spring features work by artists Cynthia Goodman Brantley and Emily Selvin. Emily’s translucent glass and Cynthia’s glowing drawings play with mixing non-literal forms and perceived function. Both artists embrace openness in their pieces, and leave their work available to viewers’ analysis. […]
Feel the warmth this winter at Longwood Gardens! Escape the winter blues in their beautiful glasshouses while marveling at their brand new West Conservatory. Explore the Cascade Garden, a lush, tropical paradise full of waterfalls and exotic plants and stroll through their classic conservatories where […]
World Premiere Inspired by real-life cases of Chinese American scientists being targeted for allegedly carrying out economic espionage, this satirical play follows a fictitious math professor, who finds himself scrutinized by the FBI and his own university colleagues, while simultaneously navigating a delicate relationship with […]
Discover the rich heritage, culture, and achievements of African Americans this Black History Month at the Free Library of Philadelphia. Events will be scheduled across the city's 50 plus branches, where visitors can explore the library's diverse collection and attend special events designed to entertain […]
Celebrate Black History Month all month long at the Please Touch Museum
A spectacular blend of skill and artistry creates an experience filled with laughter and wonder as Do Portugal Circus comes to the Franklin Mills Mall. Talented and passionate performers will leave audiences breathless with their awe-inspiring, sometimes daring, acts. And, of course, no circus is […]
Enjoy one of Philadelphia’s premier winter light shows for FREE! The Electrical Spectacle Light Show presented by PECO is Winter in Franklin Square’s main attraction. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights make the Square the perfect backdrop for your winter Instagram pictures. This year celebrates Ben […]
The Welsh Road Library will host a music program open to all ages entitled, Minas, a Brazilian Music Adventure.
This one-hour workshop will help participants re-engage with their goals with renewed purpose and passion. Led by Farnia Fresnel, a seasoned leadership coach, the session will blend motivational insights with practical strategies. Key Takeaways: (Re)Discover Key Experiences: Tap into personal strengths and values to inspire […]
