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  • Conceived in Crisis: Pennsylvania in 1776

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

    The Pennsylvania Provincial Conference was held June 18–25, 1776, at Carpenters' Hall in Philadelphia. The Conference had a profound impact on American public opinion and facilitated the passing of the Declaration of Independence only a few days later. The 1776 Pennsylvania Constitution was radically innovative for its time, including a Declaration of Rights that predated the Bill of Rights and a provision that voters did not need to own property. Christopher Pearl, scholar and author of Conceived in Crisis: The Revolutionary Creation of an American State, will lead a discussion on the radical birth of the Keystone State. A number

    Free

  • Father’s Day Weekend at the Vineyard

    Father’s Day Weekend at the Vineyard
    Penns Woods Winery 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford, P, United States

    Raise A Glass to Dad! Friday, June 19th | Open 12:00pm – 8:00pm Cigar Lounge: Join us from 5:00-8:00pm for an evening under our pavilion turned cigar lounge! Choose from a selection of premium, hand rolled cigars with experts on hand to provide pairing suggestions for the ultimate wine & cigar experience. Bourbon will also be available to purchase at the bar for sipping. Saturday, June 20th | Open 12:00pm – 7:00pm Stop by Moore Meats trailer between 12:00 – 4:00pm to shop sustainable products from farm to table. Food Truck: Shimpy’s BBQ, 12:00-4:00pm Live Music by Bill Hake, 1:00-5:00pm

  • Weekend Warm-up Hike

    FOR ADULTS 18+ Start your Friday on the right foot with an invigorating one-hour hike through Tyler’s gardens and into the wilder natural areas beyond the deer exclusion fence. Designed as a moderate cardio workout, we’ll cover about 2½ to 3 miles at a fast pace—but don’t worry, we’ll also take time to pause for those unexpected moments nature has in store. Gates open at 7:45 am The group leaves promptly from the parking lot at 8:10 am. Please arrive on time. Check in with your experienced guide in the parking lot. Restrooms will be open. What to expect on

  • Storytime + Design

    Storytime + Design
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Warm-up to the concept of design and it's many disciplines with Storytime + Design. This weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. We welcome all ages and identities on the designer journey. The age range of books will vary, and design exercises are adaptable for all ages. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events** Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.

    Free – $10

  • Juneteenth Celebration

    Philadelphia Bahá'í Center 2462 Bryn Mawr Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us for the Juneteenth Celebration—good vibes, great food, and freedom fun in person!Juneteenth CelebrationGet ready to celebrate freedom and community at our awesome Juneteenth Celebration! Join us in person for a day full of good vibes, great people, and an exploration of the rich history of Juneteenth. There will also be drumming, soul food, and workshops that link our past with our future. Don't miss out on this chance to honor the spirit of Juneteenth with joy and togetherness.Tickets are Free. Space is limited! Sign up early!

  • 2026 Cliveden House Tour Season

    2026 Cliveden House Tour Season
    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    2026 House Tour Season begins Friday, May 1st The 2026 house tour season begins Friday, May 1, 2026! Tours are available Thursdays through Sundays, 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is an hour-long experience, led by a Cliveden Interpreter. Tours begin in the Cliveden Barn (located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119) followed by the grounds, first and second floor of the House, and our new exhibit, Procuring Liberty in the Emerging Nation, debuting in 2026. Tours can be scheduled in advance through our website or in person

  • Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts

    Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
    The Fabric Workshop and Museum 1214 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This new exhibition at The Fabric Workshop and Museum features selections from Jesse Krimes’s “Elegy Quilt” series (2020–present), a body of work that renders the personal effects of the U.S. carceral system through portraits of domestic spaces. Using donated textiles and American quilting traditions, Krimes creates intricately patterned quilts that meditate on memory, loss, alienation, comfort, and resilience.

    Free

  • Philly Juneteenth Celebration (The Pre-Awakening) !!!!

    JOIN US for a CULTURAL EXPERIENCE Family Fun, Guest Speakers, Fashion & Talent Showcase Vendors,Food, EDUTAINMENT & RESOURCES (All Age Event)‼ Juneteenth FREEDOM Celebration 2026 is Philadelphia’s premier cultural event honoring Black freedom, resilience, and excellence. Spearheaded by renowned community leader and event curator Bigga Dre (Amun Sen Hotep Re), this annual celebration has become a vital space for connection, empowerment, and cultural expression in the city. Rooted in the legacy of Juneteenth—the historic commemoration of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans—this event is a vibrant reflection of Philadelphia’s Black community and its ongoing contributions to art, activism, and progress.

    $12 – $19

  • Firefly Walk

    FOR ADULTS 18+ AND TEENS AGES 13-17 Experience Tyler after dark as fireflies light up the landscape. Step into fields, meadows, and forest at dusk and explore the Arboretum in a whole new way. Listen for nighttime sounds, notice shifting shadows, and take in the scents of the evening. Look for fireflies along the way as your guide points out their flickering lights, explains how they communicate, and shares simple ways you can help fireflies thrive at home. Gates open at 7:45 pm. Check in with the staff associate on the Visitor Center Patio. Group departs from Visitor Center Patio

  • Father’s Day Weekend at the Vineyard

    Father’s Day Weekend at the Vineyard
    Penns Woods Winery 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford, P, United States

    Raise A Glass to Dad! Friday, June 19th | Open 12:00pm – 8:00pm Cigar Lounge: Join us from 5:00-8:00pm for an evening under our pavilion turned cigar lounge! Choose from a selection of premium, hand rolled cigars with experts on hand to provide pairing suggestions for the ultimate wine & cigar experience. Bourbon will also be available to purchase at the bar for sipping. Saturday, June 20th | Open 12:00pm – 7:00pm Stop by Moore Meats trailer between 12:00 – 4:00pm to shop sustainable products from farm to table. Food Truck: Shimpy’s BBQ, 12:00-4:00pm Live Music by Bill Hake, 1:00-5:00pm

  • Birding with Pride with Philly Queer Birders

    Forbidden Drive at Northwestern Avenue Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Northwestern Avenue & Forbidden Drive (200 W Northwestern Ave) Come celebrate Pride Month in the Wissahickon with a morning of birdwatching and community building! Join Friends of the Wissahickon and Philly Queer Birders for a gentle hike along Forbidden Drive as we keep our eyes and ears peeled for birds summering in the park. Philly Queer Birders formed in 2021 to build queer community through birding and to create welcoming, inclusive, and accessible LGBTQIA+ spaces in the outdoors. Birders of all levels and life experiences are welcome! We’ll be sticking to Forbidden Drive, a wide and mostly flat

  • Sankofa Farm Stand at Clark Park

    Clark Park 4300-4398 Baltimore Avenue, Philadelphia

    Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every first and third Saturday at the Clark Park Farmers’ Market, now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC vouchers are not accepted). You can also shop at the Farm Stand… at Get Fresh Daily’s Black Farmer’s Market at Freedom Greens and Garden (5200 Pine Street), every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 11am–2pm, starting May 30 in front of the Bartram’s Garden Welcome Center every Thursday, 2:30–4:30pm, starting June 17

  • Gentle Flow Yoga Single Class

    Step onto the mat, breathe deeply, and flow through gentle outdoor yoga with instructor Christina Teofilak. Move mindfully through simple sequences, focus on alignment, and adapt each pose to your body. Feel the fresh air, listen to the sounds of nature, and release tension as you soak in the peaceful rhythm of this mindful, outdoor practice. What to expect: A slower-paced yoga class suitable for beginners and intermediate students Simple sequences with an emphasis on alignment, mindful movement, and breath Poses offered with modifications to support a comfortable and accessible practice Classes are held outdoors or under cover as needed What to wear

  • Gentle Flow Yoga 6- Week Series 2 (Saturdays)

    Saturdays, 9:15 – 10:15 am, June 20 – Aug. 1 (6 weeks – NO CLASS 7/4) Step onto the mat, breathe deeply, and flow through gentle outdoor yoga with instructor Christina Teofilak. Move mindfully through simple sequences, focus on alignment, and adapt each pose to your body. Feel the fresh air, listen to the sounds of nature, and release tension as you soak in the peaceful rhythm of this mindful, outdoor practice. What to expect: A slower-paced yoga class suitable for beginners and intermediate students Simple sequences with an emphasis on alignment, mindful movement, and breath Poses offered with modifications to support a

  • Beyond the Fence Trail Hike

    FOR ALL AGES Learn to navigate Tyler’s trail system. Walk along easy trails on this leisurely hike that’s perfect for the whole family, giving you plenty of time to pause, observe, and ask questions. The woods are full of surprises, with plenty to see, hear, and talk about as you explore. What to expect: Check in at the Visitor Center, and then meet your guide. Leisurely-paced 1-2 mile trail hike Learn how to navigate Tyler’s trail system Seasonal observations and nature discovery Changes in grade and walking surfaces, including pavement, grass, gravel, and rocky trails, and possible stream crossings Group departs

  • Horticulture Volunteer Day

    Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Volunteers will support seasonal plantings, weeding, and invasive species removal. Please plan to meet at the Welcome Center promptly at 9:30 AM. Staff will separate groups and provide instructions and safety protocols for the day. Out of respect and safety for our staff and others, please arrive on time. PLEASE NOTE: Capacity is limited, and we rely on everyone who signs up to show up. Please reserve a spot only if you can attend. All participants must be pre-registered using link below. Each adult must register individually in order to complete the required waivers. Registration full but would like to

  • Restoration Workday

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Help us to improve the health and biodiversity of our forest while getting to know our vast, 365 acres of protected land! This is a great opportunity for those who are looking to learn more about plant identification and restoration techniques while connecting with nature and other members of your community. Together, we will work to remove invasive plant species and improve our trails. Workday Details No experience necessary to volunteer. Training will be provided by our expert staff during the workday. We recommend wearing long pants, sturdy boots or shoes. We will have a selection of gloves if needed

  • Kids’ Learn-to-Ride Biking (Ages 4–16) JOIN WAITLIST

    Bike Container

    This FREE two-hour Learn-to-Ride class teaches young participants how to ride a bicycle.  This class is perfect for those who have never ridden a bike or who may need a refresher. Staff and volunteers will teach participants how to: Balance Pedaling techniques Starting and stopping Steering and shifting gears You can bring your own bike and helmet or rent a bike and helmet for free at the class.  This class is for children ages 4-16. For individuals older than this age range, check out our Adults’ Learn-to-Ride classes for ages 16+!  

  • Hike with Philadelphia Wildlife Tracking Club

    FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN/TEENS AGES 10-17 Follow your curiosity! Join the Philadelphia Wildlife Tracking Club and move through the landscape, stopping to observe animal tracks and signs along the way. Bring your curiosity and enthusiasm, and share observations along the way as you get to know your wild neighbors a little better. This is a free program, but PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED as we have limited space. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All levels of tracking experience welcome. Check in with your guide on the Visitor Center patio. What to expect: We will hike 1 -2 miles at a slow pace. Walking

  • FRED WILSON: THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom

    FRED WILSON: THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom is a suite of twenty-two photogravures commissioned in 2004 by the Brodsky Center at PAFA and completed in 2009. They are on view for the first time at PAFA in the Works on Paper Gallery of the Historic Landmark Building, for one year, in conjunction with the exhibition A Nation of Artists. As an artist living and working in New York City, I had to support myself one way or another. Working simultaneously in the educational department of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American

    $25.00

  • Free Bike Rentals

    Bike Container

    The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia is hosting FREE biking days at Bartram’s Garden. Come ride the Bartram’s Mile Trail! Free, walk-up bike rentals and helmets available for kids and adults! Bikes are first-come, first-served, but register in advance to receive info on weather-related cancellations. Have your own bike? We also provide simple repairs (flats, chains, brake adjustments), diagnostics, and bike safety brochures.      

  • 2026 Cliveden House Tour Season

    2026 Cliveden House Tour Season
    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    2026 House Tour Season begins Friday, May 1st The 2026 house tour season begins Friday, May 1, 2026! Tours are available Thursdays through Sundays, 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is an hour-long experience, led by a Cliveden Interpreter. Tours begin in the Cliveden Barn (located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119) followed by the grounds, first and second floor of the House, and our new exhibit, Procuring Liberty in the Emerging Nation, debuting in 2026. Tours can be scheduled in advance through our website or in person

  • Exhibition Tours: A Nation of Artists

    Exhibition Tours: A Nation of Artists
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Nation of Artists tour explores the diverse narratives of American art and identity throughout the newly restored Historic Landmark Building. Led by experienced docents, the tour examines the internationalism and global exchange of American art while also highlighting works from the 18th century to the modern day which feature American artists responding to the social conditions of their time. Organized in conjunction with America's 250th anniversary, A Nation of Artists examines how artistic production in the United States has been shaped by creativity, exchange, expansion, conflict, and innovation. At PAFA, works made from the late 18th century to today

    $25.00

  • Saturday Wildflower Walk

    For Adults (18+) and Teens ages 12-17  Explore the Arboretum with wildflower expert Dick Cloud. Slow down and look closely at what’s growing along meadows, wooded paths, and occasional streamside spots. Enjoy the simple pleasure of seeing the landscape in detail and notice the Arboretum with fresh eyes. In May and June, spot wildflowers of late spring and early summer. All levels of experience are welcome. Check in at the Visitor Center and then meet your guide. Group departs from the Visitor Center at 1 pm, please be on time All youth must be accompanied by an adult. What to expect:

  • Juneteenth

    100 W School House Ln 100 West School House Lane, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Juneteenth’s a vibe—celebrating freedom, culture, and good times with the community IRL! Celebrate Juneteenth with Us! Come join the fun in person as we honor Juneteenth, a day full of history, joy, and community vibes. Expect great music, delicious food, and lots of laughter. It's a perfect chance to connect, learn, and celebrate freedom together. Bring your friends, bring your smile, and let's make memories that last!

  • Gin & Juniper

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    From garden to glass, this well loved spirit has evolved from an herbal remedy to a staple behind the bar. Originating in the Middle Ages and popularized during the reign of King William III, gin has long derived its signature flavor from juniper berries. While European juniper is the traditional source, our own native eastern red cedar Juniperus virginiana has played an important historical role as well. Highly valued for its aromatic wood, ecological importance, and abundant berry like cones, eastern red cedar was used by early American distillers as a local juniper substitute, lending gin its characteristic piney, resinous

    $55

  • Golden Hour

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Enjoy the cooler evening temperatures with extended garden hours, a full bar and discounted admission of just $10 when you arrive after 4:30 PM and buy your tickets on-site, with free admission for members. Whether you’re looking for the perfect light for photography, a way to wind down at the end of the day, or an opportunity to enjoy time with friends and family, come take in the unique beauty of the gardens during the golden hours! This program takes place in-person at Mt. Cuba Center Saturday, June 20, 2026. Discounted Tickets Available On-Site.

    $10

  • MISS SOBRIETY

    The Church of the Holy Trinity 1904 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Charity amateur drag pageant with fierce competitors in its 13th year! Fabulous food and desserts served starting at 7. Proceeds benefit the Philadelphia Freedom Roundup, a not-for-profit founded in 1982 that serves the LGBTQ+ alcohol and drug-recovery community.

    $35,

  • Father’s Day Weekend at the Vineyard

    Father’s Day Weekend at the Vineyard
    Penns Woods Winery 124 Beaver Valley Rd., Chadds Ford, P, United States

    Raise A Glass to Dad! Friday, June 19th | Open 12:00pm – 8:00pm Cigar Lounge: Join us from 5:00-8:00pm for an evening under our pavilion turned cigar lounge! Choose from a selection of premium, hand rolled cigars with experts on hand to provide pairing suggestions for the ultimate wine & cigar experience. Bourbon will also be available to purchase at the bar for sipping. Saturday, June 20th | Open 12:00pm – 7:00pm Stop by Moore Meats trailer between 12:00 – 4:00pm to shop sustainable products from farm to table. Food Truck: Shimpy’s BBQ, 12:00-4:00pm Live Music by Bill Hake, 1:00-5:00pm

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Parking: TBD Bathrooms: TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship tasks! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for scraping, digging, tamping, and cutting; moving

  • Vinyasa Flow Yoga 6-Week Series 2 (Sundays)

    Sundays, 9:15-10:15 am, June 21 – Aug. 2 (6 weeks – NO CLASS JULY 5) Step onto your mat and energize your body and mind with instructor Lisa Fell. Move dynamically through creative sequences rooted in traditional postures, building strength, flexibility, and focus. Flow with intention, breathe deeply, and explore mobility in each pose. Adapt each posture to your body as needed, and feel your energy rise with each mindful movement in this intermediate-to-advanced outdoor practice. What to expect: Class suitable for intermediate-to-advanced students Pose options offered based on the needs of the class Classes are held outdoors or under cover as needed. Focus on strength,

  • Vinyasa Flow Yoga Single Class

    Step onto your mat and energize your body and mind with instructor Lisa Fell. Move dynamically through creative sequences rooted in traditional postures, building strength, flexibility, and focus. Flow with intention, breathe deeply, and explore mobility in each pose. Adapt each posture to your body as needed, and feel your energy rise with each mindful movement in this intermediate-to-advanced outdoor practice. What to expect: Class suitable for intermediate-to-advanced students Pose options offered based on the needs of the class Classes are held outdoors or under cover as needed. Focus on strength, stretching, mobility, and breath What to wear and bring: Comfortable clothing suitable for movement

  • Sunday Tour: Native Woodland Walk

    FOR ADULTS AND TEENS AGES 12-17 Discover the Native Woodland Walk, a collection that highlights the beauty of Southeastern Pennsylvania’s woodlands and showcases some of our native species that thrive in and enhance home gardens. What to expect: Canceled 48 hours in advance if inclement weather, all registrants will be contacted Max one-mile hike on mostly even ground, some uphill Check in at the Visitor Center, where you’ll meet your guide What to bring: Dress for the weather Shoes suitable for walking Pricing: FREE for members; FREE with admission for non-members PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED MEMBERS (sign in for your discount!): FREE NON-MEMBERS: $18 per adult; $15

  • Bodies and Souls

    Bodies and Souls
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    “My concern is with humanity. I want to confront the viewer with life and with what we are doing to each other. I hope to awaken in the viewer a sense of compassion . . . without compassion there is nothing.” —Luis Cruz Azaceta Bodies and Souls examines the liberatory power of figurative art. Though often treated as conservative in the second half of the 20th century, artists used representational and realist methods to assert presence for those omitted from dominant narratives or harmfully depicted by those outside their communities. Realism and representation remain powerful means to show embodied human

    $25.00

  • City Cruises Philadelphia Father’s Day Brunch Cruise

    City Cruises Philadelphia 401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, United States

    Celebrate Father's Day on City Cruises Philadelphia! Fathers receive a complimentary mocktail or beer upon boarding before guests can enjoy a chef-prepared buffet, a fully stocked cash bar, a live DJ, dancing, and games. Families can enjoy bottomless mimosas and games on the open-air decks, with memory-making fun for families of all ages.

    $68

  • 2026 Cliveden House Tour Season

    2026 Cliveden House Tour Season
    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    2026 House Tour Season begins Friday, May 1st The 2026 house tour season begins Friday, May 1, 2026! Tours are available Thursdays through Sundays, 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is an hour-long experience, led by a Cliveden Interpreter. Tours begin in the Cliveden Barn (located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119) followed by the grounds, first and second floor of the House, and our new exhibit, Procuring Liberty in the Emerging Nation, debuting in 2026. Tours can be scheduled in advance through our website or in person

  • Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts

    Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
    The Fabric Workshop and Museum 1214 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This new exhibition at The Fabric Workshop and Museum features selections from Jesse Krimes’s “Elegy Quilt” series (2020–present), a body of work that renders the personal effects of the U.S. carceral system through portraits of domestic spaces. Using donated textiles and American quilting traditions, Krimes creates intricately patterned quilts that meditate on memory, loss, alienation, comfort, and resilience.

    Free

  • Morning Wellness Walks at Awbury

    Morning Wellness Walks at Awbury
    The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Awbury’s 56-acre landscape tucked away in Germantown is a serene escape from the fast pace of the city of Philadelphia. Join us on our Wellness Walks and immerse yourself in nature as we take a moderately paced stroll through gardens, woodlands, roam around the farm, and our ponds and meadows. Join us Mondays & Thursdays from 7:00 am – 8:00 am at The Farm at Awbury for our Wellness Walks led by wellness coordinator Megan Do Nascimento! Questions? Contact our Wellness Walk coordinate Megan Do Nascimento at wellness@awbury.org.

  • Riverbend Summer Camp at McKaig Nature Center

    mckaig nature education center 889 Croton Road, Wayne, United States

    McKaig Nature Education Center and Riverbend Environmental Education Center are excited to continue our partnership in 2026 to bring nature education to the King of Prussia area. McKaig offers pristine 91-acre woods that are well suited for hands-on nature discovery for this full-day, week-long summer camp. Camps will be led by Riverbend’s skilled educators to guide your campers in nature exploration through hikes, stream-stomping, bug-catching, and so much more. Ages: 5-10 Dates: June 22-July31, 2026 Group Size and Information: 2 Groups (Ages 5 - 7 and Ages 8-10) Each group will be 10-12 campers with 2 counselors Camp Schedule: Monday

    $464

  • Bodies and Souls

    Bodies and Souls
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    “My concern is with humanity. I want to confront the viewer with life and with what we are doing to each other. I hope to awaken in the viewer a sense of compassion . . . without compassion there is nothing.” —Luis Cruz Azaceta Bodies and Souls examines the liberatory power of figurative art. Though often treated as conservative in the second half of the 20th century, artists used representational and realist methods to assert presence for those omitted from dominant narratives or harmfully depicted by those outside their communities. Realism and representation remain powerful means to show embodied human

    $25.00

  • Summer Solstice in the Wissahickon

    Houston Playground 900 Grakyn Ln, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Houston Playground (900 Grakyn Lane) Celebrate the Summer Solstice in the Wissahickon! Join Trail Ambassadors Melinda Spink and Melvin Chappell for a guided hike through Houston Meadow, as we welcome the turning of the seasons from spring to summer. The summer solstice officially arrives the day before our hike, so we will celebrate the first full day of summer. We’ll walk the trails, enjoying the signs of summer—longer, warmer days and the full green canopy of leaves in the park. Along the way, we’ll share fascinating facts and lore about the solstice. Come celebrate nature’s balance and the

  • Tuesday Devil’s Pool Clean-Up

    Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Valley Green Inn (Forbidden Drive and Valley Green Road) Parking and Transit: There are three lots near the Inn. The northern parking lot on Forbidden Drive can be accessed by Wises Mill Road, and the southern by Valley Green Road. Overflow parking is in the Upper Valley Green Road Lot. The only nearby transit is the 27 bus stop at Henry Ave and Wigard Ave, a 15-minute hike from the Inn. See map for details. Bathrooms: There will be bathroom access at the Valley Green Inn before we walk over to Devil’s Pool. Would you like to be part

  • Planting for Specialist Pollinators (Online)

    Specialist pollinators need our help more than ever. While generalist bees and butterflies can use a wide range of plants, many caterpillars, bees, and other insects rely on very specific native species for food, shelter, and reproduction. When those plants disappear from our landscapes, the pollinators that depend on them disappear as well. In this class, you’ll learn how to make a meaningful difference right in your own backyard. Discover the essential trees, shrubs, and wildflowers that support specialist pollinators—and how even small additions to your garden can create vital habitat. Instructor Leah Brooks will introduce a diverse selection of

    $25

  • Planting for Specialist Pollinators

    Mt Cuba 3120 Barley Mill Rd, Hockessin, DE, United States

    Specialist pollinators need our help more than ever. While generalist bees and butterflies can use a wide range of plants, many caterpillars, bees, and other insects rely on very specific native species for food, shelter, and reproduction. When those plants disappear from our landscapes, the pollinators that depend on them disappear as well. In this class, you’ll learn how to make a meaningful difference right in your own backyard. Discover the essential trees, shrubs, and wildflowers that support specialist pollinators—and how even small additions to your garden can create vital habitat. Instructor Leah Brooks will introduce a diverse selection of

    $39

  • Trailblazer Happy Hour at Cherry Street Pier hosted by Walk Around Philadelphia

    Trailblazer Happy Hour at Cherry Street Pier hosted by Walk Around Philadelphia
    Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    "You're invited to a Trailblazer Happy Hour at Cherry Street Pier hosted by Walk Around Philadelphia! Stop by anytime 5:30-7:30 on 4th Tuesdays to learn more about this growing civic pilgrimage experience and 100+ miles of exploration of the city's furthest margins. This is an opportunity for the Walk-curious to learn more about the project, and for perimeter-veterans to reconnect. Food & drink will be available from the pier's vendors, and if you BYO-scissors to help cut trail blaze stickers, you'll go home with a few to help mark the way(s)!

    Free

  • Intro to Ceramic Sculpture

    Intro to Ceramic Sculpture
    Utility Works - Art Studios & Maker Space 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    Students will create one of a kind ceramic sculptures that can be functional or decorative. In this sculptural hand building class, we will harness the power of our imaginations. Students will learn foundational handbuilding skills, sculptural techniques, and a variety of surface treatments & decorations. Students will create one of a kind ceramic sculptures that can be functional or decorative. Projects may include sculptural vessels, animal sculpture and figure sculpture. Students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own project ideas to class. This class is appropriate for a range of skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you are

    $250

  • Wednesday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Historic RittenhouseTown (208 Lincoln Drive) Parking and Transit: If you’re driving, there’s a small parking lot by our meeting location next to house #208. Parking in the paved lot along Lincoln Drive is not recommended, as it’s known to get some car break-ins. If you’re taking public transit, our location is accessible via buses 65 and 53, as well as the Chestnut Hill West train line. See map for details. Bathrooms: There will be limited restroom access during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon

  • Insect Safari for Kids

    Stoneleigh: a natural garden 1829 County Line Road, Villanova, Pennsylvania

    Bugs are all around us. Underground, in the air, underwater… they’re everywhere! Despite their small size, insects are among the most important animals on the planet, supporting our ecosystems from the ground up. Stoneleigh is home to many different insects, from tiny beetles to giant dragonflies.     Kids, grab your favorite adult and join us on an insect safari in the garden as we search for bugs of all sorts. We’ll learn about their fascinating relationships with plants, humans, and each other. Afterward, you’ll be ready to embark on an insect safari in your own backyard.   This program takes places outdoors and is intended for kids aged

  • Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts

    Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
    The Fabric Workshop and Museum 1214 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This new exhibition at The Fabric Workshop and Museum features selections from Jesse Krimes’s “Elegy Quilt” series (2020–present), a body of work that renders the personal effects of the U.S. carceral system through portraits of domestic spaces. Using donated textiles and American quilting traditions, Krimes creates intricately patterned quilts that meditate on memory, loss, alienation, comfort, and resilience.

    Free

  • Sankofa Farm Stand at the Welcome Center

    Bartram’s Garden 5400 Lindbergh Blvd., Philadelphia, United States

    Come purchase fresh, chemical-free, local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Garden Welcome Center now through November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC vouchers are not accepted). You can also shop at the Farm Stand… at the Black Farmer’s Market (5200 Pine St) every second and fourth Saturday, 11am–2pm, starting May 30 at Clark Park Farmer’s Market (4300 Baltimore Ave) every first and third Saturday, 9am–1:30pm, starting June 20

  • UnOrthodox Yoga at BORSKI PARK – All Ages!

    Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park 3150 Orthodox Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    UnOrthodox Yoga has landed at it's final location at Borski Park. All ages, gentle flow class led by local instructor, Violet Vines.

  • Thursday Volunteer Service Day

    PA

    Meeting Location TBD Parking: TBD Bathrooms: TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join Friends of the Wissahickon staff, Crew Leaders, and Trail Ambassadors in a variety of stewardship tasks! All are welcome to attend, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said, this service day may include the following activities: • Trail work: using long-handled tools for digging, raking, and scraping; moving heavy objects • Invasive plant removal: bending over;

  • Native Planters

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Embark on a rewarding journey as a Volunteer Native Planter, where you’ll connect with like-minded individuals, refine your gardening expertise, and delve into the world of native plants. By tending to the Courtyard Garden and Front Entrance Garden at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, you’ll enhance beauty and biodiversity of this important landscape. Tools are provided, but feel free to bring your own. Remember your water bottle, to wear sturdy shoes, and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty! Volunteer Native Planters meet every Thursday, April 9 to October 29, from 10am-12pm. Registration recommended to stay connected with weather updates.

  • Bodies and Souls

    Bodies and Souls
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    “My concern is with humanity. I want to confront the viewer with life and with what we are doing to each other. I hope to awaken in the viewer a sense of compassion . . . without compassion there is nothing.” —Luis Cruz Azaceta Bodies and Souls examines the liberatory power of figurative art. Though often treated as conservative in the second half of the 20th century, artists used representational and realist methods to assert presence for those omitted from dominant narratives or harmfully depicted by those outside their communities. Realism and representation remain powerful means to show embodied human

    $25.00

  • FRED WILSON: THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom

    FRED WILSON: THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom is a suite of twenty-two photogravures commissioned in 2004 by the Brodsky Center at PAFA and completed in 2009. They are on view for the first time at PAFA in the Works on Paper Gallery of the Historic Landmark Building, for one year, in conjunction with the exhibition A Nation of Artists. As an artist living and working in New York City, I had to support myself one way or another. Working simultaneously in the educational department of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American

    $25.00

  • Nature-Inspired Family Yoga

    Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park 3150 Orthodox Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    All ages Yoga at Borski Park led by Family-Yoga professional and founder of Heartwell Yoga, Jana Gunby.

  • 2026 Cliveden House Tour Season

    2026 Cliveden House Tour Season
    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    2026 House Tour Season begins Friday, May 1st The 2026 house tour season begins Friday, May 1, 2026! Tours are available Thursdays through Sundays, 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is an hour-long experience, led by a Cliveden Interpreter. Tours begin in the Cliveden Barn (located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119) followed by the grounds, first and second floor of the House, and our new exhibit, Procuring Liberty in the Emerging Nation, debuting in 2026. Tours can be scheduled in advance through our website or in person

  • Storytime + Design

    Storytime + Design
    Design Gym @ Colorspace Labs 1714 N Mascher St, Philadelphia, United States

    Warm-up to the concept of design and it's many disciplines with Storytime + Design. This weekly creative experience diving into a book and fun design exercises to grow your creativity and design process. We welcome all ages and identities on the designer journey. The age range of books will vary, and design exercises are adaptable for all ages. **Please follow us on our social channels, or visit our website, for schedule changes/closures at: https://www.designgym.co/events** Design Gym is where everyone is a designer. Demystifying design and exercising your design thinking skills and creativity that you're born with.

    Free – $10

  • 2026 Cliveden House Tour Season

    2026 Cliveden House Tour Season
    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    2026 House Tour Season begins Friday, May 1st The 2026 house tour season begins Friday, May 1, 2026! Tours are available Thursdays through Sundays, 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is an hour-long experience, led by a Cliveden Interpreter. Tours begin in the Cliveden Barn (located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119) followed by the grounds, first and second floor of the House, and our new exhibit, Procuring Liberty in the Emerging Nation, debuting in 2026. Tours can be scheduled in advance through our website or in person

  • Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts

    Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
    The Fabric Workshop and Museum 1214 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This new exhibition at The Fabric Workshop and Museum features selections from Jesse Krimes’s “Elegy Quilt” series (2020–present), a body of work that renders the personal effects of the U.S. carceral system through portraits of domestic spaces. Using donated textiles and American quilting traditions, Krimes creates intricately patterned quilts that meditate on memory, loss, alienation, comfort, and resilience.

    Free

  • Philly Book Talk: Free the People to Free the Money to Free the People

    The Perch Music & Arts Workshop 2321 Emerald Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    You’re invited to celebrate Free the People to Free the Money to Free the People: An Organize the Rich Anthology!✨Please join us for a conversation with co-editors Michael Gast, Marian Moore and Alex T. Tom, moderated by Nigel Charles. You’ll hear personal stories and inspiring examples of organizing the rich and cross-class solidarity made real, and reflecting on where we go from here.📖 This anthology chronicles 50+ years of efforts to organize wealthy people toward justice, weaving together stories, interviews, and analysis from a powerful multiracial, cross-class community of leaders.🎈This gathering is co-hosted with love and solidarity by Organize the

  • Friday Night Lights

    ChesLen Preserve 1199 Cannery Road, Coatesville, Pennsylvania

    Picture this: warm summer breezes, live music, locally crafted cider, wine and beer, s’mores, and unforgettable sunset views at one of the most breathtaking landscapes in Chester County… Friday Night Lights is the must-not-miss event of the summer. Live music: Beloved local band of three brothers (by both blood and friendship), The Flying Komorowski Brothers return to headline alongside openers Madisun Bailey, a Maryland-based songwriter who draws inspiration from nature and blends soul, alternative jazz, and a unique rhythmic guitar style. Nature at its best: Relax and unwind in the stunning beauty of the preserve. Make it cozy: Bring your

    $47

  • Saturday Stewardship with Gay for Good

    Monastery Stables 1000 Kitchens Ln, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Monastery Stables (1000 Kitchens Ln #3738) Parking: If you’re driving, there will be limited parking onsite at the Stables, as well as free street parking near the W Hortter St & Park Line Dr trailhead. If taking transit, buses 53, 65, and 71 all run near our meeting location, as well as the Chestnut Hill West train line.  See map for details. Bathrooms: The closest restroom will be the composting toilet at Kitchens Lane and Forbidden Drive. Would you like to take part in keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Come volunteer with Friends of the Wissahickon

  • The Figure in Clay Workshop with Colleen O’Donnell

    The Figure in Clay Workshop with Colleen O’Donnell
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Learn the techniques and tools of figure sculpture through demonstration and hands-on sculpting from the model. Explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and design through the versatility of clay. Personal expression will be emphasized though representational and abstract approaches. Open to all levels and perfect for beginners. Note: Tuition includes a $35 models fee. Weekend Workshop Instructor: Colleen O'Donnell Date & Time: June 27 & June 28, Saturday & Sunday, 9 AM - 4 PM PAFA members at the Dual Plus or Friend level and above receive 10% off. Discount applies to CE regular adult Summer Session 1 and 2 classes and

    $230.00

  • Kids Centered Family Hike

    Mt. Airy Avenue trailhead Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Mt. Airy Avenue Trailhead (7100 N Mt Pleasant Place) Distance: 2 miles Difficulty Level: Moderate (some inclines and declines, uneven surfaces) Audience: Ages 5+ Parking: There is plenty of street parking nearby on W Mt. Airy Avenue and Mt. Airy Terrace and a stop for Bus 53 on Sedgwick Street & Wayne Ave. See map for details. Restrooms: There will be a composting toilet available for use at Kitchen’s Lane. Join Trail Ambassadors Doug Gibson, Courtney Malley, Jill Curatolo, and Peter Curatolo for a leisurely, kids centered family-friendly loop hike in the Wissahickon, paced to the age and

  • Get Fresh Daily’s Black Farmers Market

    Freedom Greens + Gardens 5200 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    More than a market. It's a movement. Rooted in community. Built for all of us to thrive.

  • FRED WILSON: THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom

    FRED WILSON: THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom is a suite of twenty-two photogravures commissioned in 2004 by the Brodsky Center at PAFA and completed in 2009. They are on view for the first time at PAFA in the Works on Paper Gallery of the Historic Landmark Building, for one year, in conjunction with the exhibition A Nation of Artists. As an artist living and working in New York City, I had to support myself one way or another. Working simultaneously in the educational department of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American

    $25.00

  • The 37th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival

    Main Street Manayunk Main Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Manayunk is celebrating the 37th Annual Manayunk Arts Festival this year! Since 1990, the show has built itself into being the tri-state area’s largest outdoor juried art festival featuring approximately 300 different local and nationally known artists and crafters. The show is free to the public and features artists from eight different disciplines: fiber, glass, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, painting & drawing, photography, and wood & sculpture. The show also hosts The Emerging Artist Tent which features local and up-and-coming talent. Throughout the weekend, visitors can take in the art, enjoy food and beverages from Manayunk’s renowned restaurants, and cool

    Free!

  • 2026 Cliveden House Tour Season

    2026 Cliveden House Tour Season
    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    2026 House Tour Season begins Friday, May 1st The 2026 house tour season begins Friday, May 1, 2026! Tours are available Thursdays through Sundays, 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is an hour-long experience, led by a Cliveden Interpreter. Tours begin in the Cliveden Barn (located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119) followed by the grounds, first and second floor of the House, and our new exhibit, Procuring Liberty in the Emerging Nation, debuting in 2026. Tours can be scheduled in advance through our website or in person

  • Philly Fairy Festival

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join woodland friends at the Schuylkill Center for a day of art, play, and exploration. Enter the Fairy House contest along the Fairytale Trail; revel with the fae folk around the woodlands, or sit back and watch them perform; learn fantastical crafts from local vendors; try a potion at the Alchemists Guild or get a snack at the Court of Food. There is plenty to do at the second annual Philly Fairy Festival. Come dressed and ready for a fantastical day outdoors. Tickets 10$ for Schuylkill Center Members 20$ for non-members 25$ at the door Ticket sales to Philly Fairy

  • Exhibition Tours: A Nation of Artists

    Exhibition Tours: A Nation of Artists
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Nation of Artists tour explores the diverse narratives of American art and identity throughout the newly restored Historic Landmark Building. Led by experienced docents, the tour examines the internationalism and global exchange of American art while also highlighting works from the 18th century to the modern day which feature American artists responding to the social conditions of their time. Organized in conjunction with America's 250th anniversary, A Nation of Artists examines how artistic production in the United States has been shaped by creativity, exchange, expansion, conflict, and innovation. At PAFA, works made from the late 18th century to today

    $25.00

  • Exhibition Tours: A Nation of Artists

    Exhibition Tours: A Nation of Artists
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The Nation of Artists tour explores the diverse narratives of American art and identity throughout the newly restored Historic Landmark Building. Led by experienced docents, the tour examines the internationalism and global exchange of American art while also highlighting works from the 18th century to the modern day which feature American artists responding to the social conditions of their time. Organized in conjunction with America's 250th anniversary, A Nation of Artists examines how artistic production in the United States has been shaped by creativity, exchange, expansion, conflict, and innovation. At PAFA, works made from the late 18th century to today

    $25.00

  • Make Your Own Button

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

    Join us on Wednesday, June 10th in the Print and Picture Collection and on Saturday, June 27th in the Rare Book Department to create your own pins based on images from the Free Library's Special Collections. Events will run from 1 pm - 3 pm. Stop by anytime to make a button!

    Free

  • Ambler Downtown Walking Tour Spring 2026

    Old train station, across the tracks from La Provence Restaurant 23 West Butler Pike, Ambler, PA, United States

    Join us for a fun and informative walking tour of Ambler's Downtown and its historical sites and stories!

  • de/composition: Native Trees, Sonic Roots

    Bennett Compost 5650 Rising Sun Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This multimedia exploration will encompass an evening of experimental ambient music and video projections inspired by the local watershed.The preeminent Philadelphia DJ, Composer, Producer, Sound Designer and Music Experimentalist June Lopez will perform de/compostion: Native Trees, Sonic Roots, a set of genre-defying music and experimental soundscapes based on the inspiration of found sounds in Tookany/Tacony-Frankford (TTF) Watershed and Tacony Creek Park.de/compostion: Native Trees, Sonic Roots will be inspired by the field recordings and audio research June is engaged with, including the trees and other elements from the watershed. Natural processes, such as composting, are also sources for sound.June will be

  • Sunday Volunteer Service with David Bower

    Historic Rittenhouse Town 6049 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Historic RittenhouseTown (208 Lincoln Drive) Parking and Transit: If you’re driving, there’s a small parking lot by our meeting location next to house #208. Parking in the paved lot along Lincoln Drive is not recommended, as it’s known to get some car break-ins. If you’re taking public transit, our location is accessible via buses 65 and 53, as well as the Chestnut Hill West train line. See map for details. Bathrooms: There will be limited restroom access during the service day. Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon

  • The Figure in Clay Workshop with Colleen O’Donnell

    The Figure in Clay Workshop with Colleen O’Donnell
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Learn the techniques and tools of figure sculpture through demonstration and hands-on sculpting from the model. Explore anatomy, proportion, gesture, and design through the versatility of clay. Personal expression will be emphasized though representational and abstract approaches. Open to all levels and perfect for beginners. Note: Tuition includes a $35 models fee. Weekend Workshop Instructor: Colleen O'Donnell Date & Time: June 27 & June 28, Saturday & Sunday, 9 AM - 4 PM PAFA members at the Dual Plus or Friend level and above receive 10% off. Discount applies to CE regular adult Summer Session 1 and 2 classes and

    $230.00

  • Bodies and Souls

    Bodies and Souls
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    “My concern is with humanity. I want to confront the viewer with life and with what we are doing to each other. I hope to awaken in the viewer a sense of compassion . . . without compassion there is nothing.” —Luis Cruz Azaceta Bodies and Souls examines the liberatory power of figurative art. Though often treated as conservative in the second half of the 20th century, artists used representational and realist methods to assert presence for those omitted from dominant narratives or harmfully depicted by those outside their communities. Realism and representation remain powerful means to show embodied human

    $25.00

  • CSFP Student Art Showcase

    CSFP Student Art Showcase
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    In June 2026, Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP) will present a Student Art Showcase featuring works created by CSFP students from across Philadelphia. The showcase will highlight student perspectives while celebrating two major milestones: America’s 250th anniversary and CSFP’s 25 years of impact. Join us at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts to witness Philadelphia through the eyes of CSFP's students with a tribute to history, perseverance, and the endless possibility of our Philadelphia scholars. A two-week pop-up installation at PAFA, on view from June 28 through July 14, will feature student artwork from across Philadelphia, centering student voices and

    $25.00

  • 2026 Cliveden House Tour Season

    2026 Cliveden House Tour Season
    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    2026 House Tour Season begins Friday, May 1st The 2026 house tour season begins Friday, May 1, 2026! Tours are available Thursdays through Sundays, 12pm to 4pm, beginning on the hour. The last tour of the day is at 3pm. Each tour is an hour-long experience, led by a Cliveden Interpreter. Tours begin in the Cliveden Barn (located at 98 E. Cliveden Street, 19119) followed by the grounds, first and second floor of the House, and our new exhibit, Procuring Liberty in the Emerging Nation, debuting in 2026. Tours can be scheduled in advance through our website or in person

  • Music in the Parlor

    Cliveden 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Stop at Cliveden between 12 pm and 4 pm on Sunday, June 28th to hear New Jersey based historical musicians, The Ministers of Apollo, perform music of the Revolutionary era featuring the harpsichord in Cliveden's parlor. The program is free and open to visitors of all ages. This program is generously supported by The Haley Foundation.

    Free

  • Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts

    Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
    The Fabric Workshop and Museum 1214 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This new exhibition at The Fabric Workshop and Museum features selections from Jesse Krimes’s “Elegy Quilt” series (2020–present), a body of work that renders the personal effects of the U.S. carceral system through portraits of domestic spaces. Using donated textiles and American quilting traditions, Krimes creates intricately patterned quilts that meditate on memory, loss, alienation, comfort, and resilience.

    Free

  • Morning Wellness Walks at Awbury

    Morning Wellness Walks at Awbury
    The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Awbury’s 56-acre landscape tucked away in Germantown is a serene escape from the fast pace of the city of Philadelphia. Join us on our Wellness Walks and immerse yourself in nature as we take a moderately paced stroll through gardens, woodlands, roam around the farm, and our ponds and meadows. Join us Mondays & Thursdays from 7:00 am – 8:00 am at The Farm at Awbury for our Wellness Walks led by wellness coordinator Megan Do Nascimento! Questions? Contact our Wellness Walk coordinate Megan Do Nascimento at wellness@awbury.org.

  • Bodies and Souls

    Bodies and Souls
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    “My concern is with humanity. I want to confront the viewer with life and with what we are doing to each other. I hope to awaken in the viewer a sense of compassion . . . without compassion there is nothing.” —Luis Cruz Azaceta Bodies and Souls examines the liberatory power of figurative art. Though often treated as conservative in the second half of the 20th century, artists used representational and realist methods to assert presence for those omitted from dominant narratives or harmfully depicted by those outside their communities. Realism and representation remain powerful means to show embodied human

    $25.00

  • CSFP Student Art Showcase

    CSFP Student Art Showcase
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    In June 2026, Children’s Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP) will present a Student Art Showcase featuring works created by CSFP students from across Philadelphia. The showcase will highlight student perspectives while celebrating two major milestones: America’s 250th anniversary and CSFP’s 25 years of impact. Join us at the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts to witness Philadelphia through the eyes of CSFP's students with a tribute to history, perseverance, and the endless possibility of our Philadelphia scholars. A two-week pop-up installation at PAFA, on view from June 28 through July 14, will feature student artwork from across Philadelphia, centering student voices and

    $25.00

  • Tuesday Devil’s Pool Clean-Up

    Valley Green Inn Valley Green Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Meeting at Valley Green Inn (Forbidden Drive and Valley Green Road) Parking and Transit: There are three lots near the Inn. The northern parking lot on Forbidden Drive can be accessed by Wises Mill Road, and the southern by Valley Green Road. Overflow parking is in the Upper Valley Green Road Lot. The only nearby transit is the 27 bus stop at Henry Ave and Wigard Ave, a 15-minute hike from the Inn. See map for details. Bathrooms: There will be bathroom access at the Valley Green Inn before we walk over to Devil’s Pool. Would you like to be part

  • Meet & Greet with Lori Evensen, Park Towne Place Artist in Residence

    Park Towne Place Oar Pub, Towne Center, 2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Join us on from 6-7:30 pm, for a Meet & Greet with current Park Towne Place Artist in Residence Alex Spalding! Alex Spalding. We'll be celebrating Evensen's new exhibition and learning more about her practice! Our residency program offers artists the opportunity to create work inspired by the vibrant life and beauty of our campus, supported by both the community and the residents of Park Towne Place! From the artist: “I want viewers to understand that the world is not merely a banal and depressing place, but a complex labyrinth of beauty ready to inspire.” We'll be meeting outside the

    Free

  • Intro to Ceramic Sculpture

    Intro to Ceramic Sculpture
    Utility Works - Art Studios & Maker Space 32 East Baltimore Avenue, Lansdowne, PA, United States

    Students will create one of a kind ceramic sculptures that can be functional or decorative. In this sculptural hand building class, we will harness the power of our imaginations. Students will learn foundational handbuilding skills, sculptural techniques, and a variety of surface treatments & decorations. Students will create one of a kind ceramic sculptures that can be functional or decorative. Projects may include sculptural vessels, animal sculpture and figure sculpture. Students are welcome and encouraged to bring their own project ideas to class. This class is appropriate for a range of skill levels, from beginner to advanced. Whether you are

    $250

  • Black Philadelphia 250 Art Presentation Artist Andrew Turner

    October Gallery 6353 Greene Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Art by Andrew Turner, Kerry James Marshall, Jean Paul Basquiat, Romare Bearden, Charles White, Andromeda Cook and more.Black Philadelphia 250 - Event!!Celebrate America 250 / Black Philadelphia 250July 1 to 3, 2026 10 AM - 10 PMAn Art Exhibition, Who We Are: The Art of Andrew Turner, Romare Bearden, Kerry James Marshall, Jean Paul Basquiat, Andromeda Cook, NemRa Neteru, Monique Austin, Leon McDuffie and others at the October Gallery Museum 6353 Greene Street Philly 19144. July 1 to 3, 2026 10 AM - 10 PM.This exhibition will include some original art, a number of canvas prints and posters of these

  • Archiving Independence: A Drop-In Experience

    Archiving Independence: A Drop-In Experience
    Historical Society of Pennsylvania 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Step out of the heat and into history! Drop into the Historical Society of Pennsylvania to explore our exhibition, Paths to Independence, featuring a rare selection of historical documents that shaped the American Revolution. Then dive into hands-on activities inspired by these materials. After exploring our broadside wall, create your broadside reflecting on what independence means to YOU. Add your voice to our Semiquincentennial time capsule and become a part of our nation’s history—and the 23 million items in our collection. This free event is part of Red, White, and Blue To Do. Registration is not required.

    Free

  • Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts

    Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
    The Fabric Workshop and Museum 1214 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This new exhibition at The Fabric Workshop and Museum features selections from Jesse Krimes’s “Elegy Quilt” series (2020–present), a body of work that renders the personal effects of the U.S. carceral system through portraits of domestic spaces. Using donated textiles and American quilting traditions, Krimes creates intricately patterned quilts that meditate on memory, loss, alienation, comfort, and resilience.

    Free

  • Archiving Independence: A Drop-In Experience

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

    Step out of the heat and into history! Drop into the Historical Society of Pennsylvania to explore our exhibition, Paths to Independence, featuring a rare selection of historical documents that shaped the American Revolution. Then dive into hands-on activities inspired by these materials. After exploring our broadside wall, create your broadside reflecting on what independence means to YOU. Add your voice to our Semiquincentennial time capsule and become a part of our nation’s history—and the 23 million items in our collection. This free event is part of Red, White, and Blue To Do. Registration is not required.

    Free

  • UnOrthodox Yoga at BORSKI PARK – All Ages!

    Robert A. Borski, Jr. Park 3150 Orthodox Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    UnOrthodox Yoga has landed at it's final location at Borski Park. All ages, gentle flow class led by local instructor, Violet Vines.

  • INTENSIVE SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP

    INTENSIVE SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP

    SIFTMedia Collective presents a 4 week Intensive Screenwriting Workshop with Stephanie Malson – this Workshop is designed to support filmmakers, whether starting with an initial concept or refining a short or feature-length screenplay. Through deep analysis and communal feedback, you’ll see your idea or draft develop into a screenplay.

  • Native Planters

    The Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education 8480 Hagys Mill Rd, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Embark on a rewarding journey as a Volunteer Native Planter, where you’ll connect with like-minded individuals, refine your gardening expertise, and delve into the world of native plants. By tending to the Courtyard Garden and Front Entrance Garden at the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, you’ll enhance beauty and biodiversity of this important landscape. Tools are provided, but feel free to bring your own. Remember your water bottle, to wear sturdy shoes, and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty! Volunteer Native Planters meet every Thursday, April 9 to October 29, from 10am-12pm. Registration recommended to stay connected with weather updates.

  • Bodies and Souls

    Bodies and Souls
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    “My concern is with humanity. I want to confront the viewer with life and with what we are doing to each other. I hope to awaken in the viewer a sense of compassion . . . without compassion there is nothing.” —Luis Cruz Azaceta Bodies and Souls examines the liberatory power of figurative art. Though often treated as conservative in the second half of the 20th century, artists used representational and realist methods to assert presence for those omitted from dominant narratives or harmfully depicted by those outside their communities. Realism and representation remain powerful means to show embodied human

    $25.00

  • FRED WILSON: THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom

    FRED WILSON: THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom
    Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    THE MASTER PLAN or In Between the Big Bang and Modern Art Is the Restroom is a suite of twenty-two photogravures commissioned in 2004 by the Brodsky Center at PAFA and completed in 2009. They are on view for the first time at PAFA in the Works on Paper Gallery of the Historic Landmark Building, for one year, in conjunction with the exhibition A Nation of Artists. As an artist living and working in New York City, I had to support myself one way or another. Working simultaneously in the educational department of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the American

    $25.00