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  • North Philadelphia History Festival

    North Philadelphia 1100 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The North Philadelphia History Festival (NPHF) is a cultural celebration of the African American and Puerto Rican communities in North Philadelphia. Across four days, historic sites along Ridge Avenue, North Broad Street, and other locales will be transformed into living exhibits created by artists, historians, curators and other cultural workers. These multimedia projects and events will explore the emergence and impact of these communities in the 19th and 20th centuries. All events will be free and open to the public. Registration for select events and activations is open now!

    Free

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • Animation Studio for Youth

    Body of Work: Tony Heriza
    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for a hands-on workshop exploring different manual and digital animation techniques: stop motion using cut paper, drawings, and mixed media, as well as digital animation applications for computer and iPad. Instructor: Lowell Boston

    $50

  • The Historical Society of Pennsylvania Presents: Black Music as History with Dyana Williams

    Historical Society of Pennsylvania 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join legendary radio host, journalist, and cultural advocate Dyana Williams for a conversation on the power of Black music as a vessel for history, memory, and identity. As a cofounder of Black Music Month and a tireless champion for artists’ rights and cultural preservation, Williams brings a unique perspective to the intersection of music and activism. She will trace the origins of Black Music Month, highlight the role of music in preserving African American stories across generations, and reflect on the responsibility and urgency of archiving these cultural expressions. This program will explore how music not only entertains but also

  • Storyville: Searching for the Songs of Wanaragua by Eli LaBan

    Scribe Video Center 3908 Lancaster Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join Scribe Video Center and Big Picture Alliance for a screening of "Searching for the Songs of Wanaragua" at Scribe on December 12, 7PM. This short documentary follows Cesar Vargas, a Garifuna language teacher and researcher from Honduras, and Eli LaBan, a documentary filmmaker from Philadelphia, as they record and translate traditional songs to use as teaching tools to support the revitalization of the endangered afro-indigenous Garifuna language in Honduras. Eli LaBan is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker who has worked on projects pertaining to social development, cultural preservation, and education across the world.

    $5

  • Drunk Black History

    Punch Line Philly 33 E. Laurel St., Philadelphia, NY, United States

    The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show has finally made it to "the city of brotherly love"! Comedian Brandon Collins (New York Comedy Festival) hosts this event where you’ll hear from comedians, writers, and experts who are skunked out of their mind trying to recap the biography of a historical Black figure or event that hasn’t gotten the mainstream love they deserved. The upcoming show in honor of the 100th anniversary of Black History month will include appearances from Marquise Richards (Keepin' It a Bean), Monique Bonney (Well Crafted), Eric Cole (Hung Up Podcast), and more! Sunday, February 1st Punch

    $25

  • Help Preserve the Nation’s History-One Document at a Time! at Parkway Central Library

    (Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Discover how you can help deepen our understanding of American history by transcribing original post–Civil War documents. Your work will uncover stories of family, resilience, and community in the years following Emancipation. In this Acts of Science: Connected program, Smithsonian experts will introduce the Freedmen’s Bureau records, explain their significance, and share why your participation matters. Together, we’ll explore how these documents illuminate the lives of formerly enslaved people during Reconstruction and why preserving them is vital for research and education. This nationwide effort—led by the National Museum of African American History and Culture, the Smithsonian Transcription Center, and the

  • Second Baptist Church of Frankford Juneteenth Celebration

    Celebrate Black history on Juneteenth (June 19th), the anniversary of the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in the United States learned of their emancipation. Second Baptist Church is hosting griot storytelling, music, dancing, Spades and double dutch contests, and food trucks for a community event. HSF and Treasure Philly! will be on site to copy historical documents for addition to the church's archives, and for use in the church's nomination to the Philadelphia Register of Historic Places. the event will be held at the Church, 1801 Meadow St, Philadelphia. Free and open to the public, hours are

    Free

  • TrailOff Story-walk and Writing & Crafting Workshop with The Philly Pigeon

    John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum 8601 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Swim Pony, The Philly Pigeon and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum present a day of creative activities. Walk a 1.5 mile section of the trail at Heinz as you listen to the community-inspired TrailOff immersive audio story, The Land Remembers by Jacob Winterstein. Cool off indoors with a writing and crafting workshop led by The Philly Pigeon’s Kai Davis, 2024 & ‘25 Philadelphia Poet Laureate. Saturday, August 29th, 10am-1pm Story-walks depart at 10:15am and 11:15am Free and open to the public, snacks and water will be provided Download the FREE TrailOff app and bring your headphones: https://trailoffquicklook.com/ Support

    Free

  • Drunk Black History – Philly

    Punch Line Philly 33 E. Laurel St., Philadelphia, NY, United States

    The critically acclaimed Drunk Black History show returns to the "City of Brotherly Love" to highlight more local Black talent and Black History stories! Featuring a stellar lineup of comedians, podcasters, writers, and experts who are hilariously tipsy while recounting the stories of overlooked figures and moments in Black history, this isn't your typical history lesson. Expect laughs, unexpected twists, and fascinating facts about how Black culture has shaped the world. It's the Daily Show meets Drunk History with a live audience! Joining host Brandon Collins onstage will be Jacen Bowman (Philly Black Pride), Trenae Nuri (City Cast Philly), Camille

    $20

  • Artist Talk: Cavin Jones

    (Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 2 PM in the Art Department for a talk by Philadelphia artist Cavin Jones. Cavin Jones is a painter, muralist, and collagist whose figurative work is inspired by American history, particularly the African American experience. Jones has said that his work is "a catalyst to stimulate thought and promote discussion about various issues prevalent in society." His dynamic compositions often feature contrasting elements that as he says, "infuse the paintings with layers of meaning and associations." Cavin will talk about his art journey, including his public mural work. After the talk in

    Free

  • HistoricalSociety of Frankford October Monthly Meeting and Lecture

    Frankford Historical Society 1507 Orthodox St, Philadelphia, United States

    Sam Katz, president of History Making Productions, will make a video presentation at the Historical Society of Frankford’s monthly meeting and lecture on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at7:30 PM. He will present episode 7, "Renewal", of his series Philadelphia and the Making of America. The film explores Philadelphia from 1925 to 1963, a period shaped by the Great Depression, World War II, political transformation, and ambitious efforts to remake the city. Through stories of Albert M. Greenfield, shifting political power, racial discrimination in housing and employment, and the rise of urban renewal, the episode examines who benefited from Philadelphia’s reinvention

    Free

  • More Than a Game: Connections and Community in Women’s Sports

    Historical Society of Pennsylvania 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    How do the stories we inherit shape the paths that we choose? Join the Historical Society of Pennsylvania for a conversation with Valerie Still, a WNBA Hall of Famer, author, and direct descendant of William Still, widely regarded as the Father of the Underground Railroad. Drawing on both her family’s legacy and her career as a professional basketball player, Still will reflect on how the stories of those who came before us continue to shape our understanding of resilience, perseverance, and representation. Still will be joined by the Philadelphia Sisters Sports Group and ESPN award-winning TV play-by-play commentator and analyst

    $10