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The Museum of the American Revolution marks the 250th anniversary with a special exhibit, Banners of Liberty: An Exhibition of Original Revolutionary War Flags. See over a dozen original flags, stitched by colonial makers like Betsy Ross, from the Revolutionary War. These rare survivors offer […]
Two photographers, Donald Camp and Clarence Williams, reflect on the history of Hurricane Katrina in their two-person exhibition, Revelations: an Evolution of Introspection, at the InLiquid Gallery in the Kensington neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. Ideally, this artwork and the education our programming will provide can […]
*Assembly Required has partnered with POP Solutions to presents Philadelphia's first and only Designer Toy Art Festival! Exhibition and Event with over 100 artists, vendors, brands, and more! All-ages experience with amazing toy art, live DJ'ing, delicious food & drinks - complete with collectible cans! […]
Join the Academy for a wild weekend celebrating more than a few of our favorite (invertebrate) things. From the thrilling return of the famous Roach Races to scientist-led Bug Walks on the Parkway, there’s something for everyone — kids and adults alike! Discover the unexpected […]
Join the Academy for a wild weekend celebrating more than a few of our favorite (invertebrate) things. From the thrilling return of the famous Roach Races to scientist-led Bug Walks on the Parkway, there’s something for everyone — kids and adults alike! Discover the unexpected […]
Two photographers, Donald Camp and Clarence Williams, reflect on the history of Hurricane Katrina in their two-person exhibition, Revelations: an Evolution of Introspection, at the InLiquid Gallery in the Kensington neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. Ideally, this artwork and the education our programming will provide can […]
Two photographers, Donald Camp and Clarence Williams, reflect on the history of Hurricane Katrina in their two-person exhibition, Revelations: an Evolution of Introspection, at the InLiquid Gallery in the Kensington neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. Ideally, this artwork and the education our programming will provide can […]
For one day only, science gets dangerously fun. Experience Caution! Don’t Try This at Home Day, a sizzling spectacle packed with wild, over-the-top experiments you should absolutely not attempt in your kitchen. Must-see danger zones include: A 500-ball blast triggered by ultra cold Liquid Nitrogen A 42-foot Messy drop of Jell-O, slime, possibly […]
This installation features six illuminated art panels handcrafted by Lisa Marie Patzer Studios. The visuals are inspired by photographic 35mm slides shot by Ben Kabakow, a NYC postal worker and photographer. Lisa Marie Patzer is a digital media artist, designer, and entrepreneur creating site-specific art […]
Two photographers, Donald Camp and Clarence Williams, reflect on the history of Hurricane Katrina in their two-person exhibition, Revelations: an Evolution of Introspection, at the InLiquid Gallery in the Kensington neighborhood in Philadelphia, PA. Ideally, this artwork and the education our programming will provide can […]
Family programs, crafts, educational displays, and free admission for kids 12 and under over the holiday weekend! See the website below for more specific details.
Family programs, crafts, educational displays, and free admission for kids 12 and under over the holiday weekend! See the website below for more specific details.