The Franklin Institute invites families to explore the fascinating BODY WORLDS: Vital exhibition. This unique experience features real human specimens that reveal the intricate workings of our bodies.
Visit "Boom: Art and Design in the 1940s" to see how artists made beautiful and creative works during a time of global change and challenge. During the 1940s, many things changed in politics, science, and how people lived. This exhibit shows how artists used their […]
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 […]
The seven-time Tony-winning hit, "The Wiz," is back with their first tour in 40 years! Combining soul, gospel, funk, and R&B music, "The Wiz" reimagines Frank L. Baum's "The Wizard of Oz." Join Dorothy, Toto, Tinman, Scarecrow, and Lion as they boogie down the Yellow […]
Morey's Piers is thrilled to announce their "Kick Off to Summer" event benefitting the Eagles Autism Foundation. You don't want to miss this incredible event, featuring appearances by Eagles players, SWOOP, the official Eagles mascot, and Eagles Cheerleaders! You might spot a player bartending at […]
Carolyn Jenkins, a Philadelphia native, author, producer, screenwriter, and writer of creative non-fiction stories and journal books, is on a mission to help women take charge of their narratives with the release of her latest book, Her Life Lessons in a Clutch Journal & Short Motivational Stories. […]
Start the day in the charming Betsy Ross House courtyard. Join Betsy for a secret ceremony raising the thirteen-star flag and hear why this was especially daring in 1776.
One-of-a-kind award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches are located throughout Philadelphia’s Historic District, telling riveting stories of our nation’s history in the places where they actually happened. Specially-trained, uniformed storytellers delight and entertain with free, short 3-to-5-minute stories while sharing the secrets of Philadelphia’s […]
Rock to the Future invites the community to a special youth-led open mic night on June 13th! The event takes place from 6–8pm at OneArt Community Center in West Philadelphia. Come out and celebrate the warm weather while enjoying performances from talented students in the […]
Pig Iron Theatre Company presents the world premiere of Franklin's Key, a thrilling sci-fi adventure reimagining Benjamin Franklin’s legacy in an alternate universe where science and magic collide. This visually stunning production blends Philadelphia’s rich history with breathtaking stage illusions by Skylar Fox (Harry Potter […]
