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SUMMARY:“Berks Street Map” Dedication at Mural City Cellars
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the vibrant new mural by Miriam Singer and toast to public art in Fishtown!\n\n\nJoin Mural Arts\, artist Miriam Singer\, and Mural City Cellars for the dedication of Berks Street Map\, a playful new mural inspired by the streets\, architecture\, and everyday details of the neighborhood. \nEnjoy music\, free food\, and remarks from Miriam and community partners. Plus\, get hands-on with a special screenprinting activity inspired by the mural\, with more details to come. Drinks will be available for purchase from Mural City Cellars. \nSinger collaborated with the community to refresh this beloved wall with a whimsical\, abstract map of the neighborhood. The third mural at this location—and the first for Mural City Cellars—Berks Street Map marks a new milestone in Mural Arts’ ongoing collaboration with the beloved Fishtown winery. \n \nPhoto credits: \nBerks Street Map © 2026 City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program / Miriam Singer\, Mural City Cellars\, 1831 Frankford Avenue. Photo by Steve Weinik.
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LOCATION:Mural City Cellars\, 1831 Frankford Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19125\, United States
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SUMMARY:VAMOS A HACER: The Communal Co-Creation Journey
DESCRIPTION:Join the team behind "Vámonos Pa'l Monte" for a conversation with partners Taller Puertorriqueño and Norris Square Neighborhood Project.\n\n\nOn Thursday\, September 17\, join us for VAMOS A HACER: Communal Co-Creation Journey — Vámonos Pa’l Monte Project Partners in Conversation with the project team\, the cohort of local artists collaborating on this Mural Arts project\, and representatives from project partners Taller Puertorriqueño and Norris Square Neighborhood Project. \nThe Vámonos Pa’l Monte team and project partners will share the behind-the-scenes collaborative process of this public art and engagement project\, culminating in October with a four-mile procession through Philadelphia. Together\, they have spent two years in deep community engagement with residents\, artists\, and culture workers of Norris Square\, a neighborhood long at the heart of Philadelphia’s Puerto Rican population. Hear how this shared journey has shaped and informed lead artist Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz’s creative process. \nOn-site art activations led by teaching artists and partners will follow the conversation. Attendees will have the opportunity to create art objects that will become part of the Vámonos Pa’l Monte processional. \nThe conversation will be moderated by Marángeli Mejía-Rabell\, project curator\, director of the Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival\, and co-founder/jefa of AFROTAINO. \nEn Español: \nEl jueves 17 de septiembre\, acompáñenos en VAMOS A HACER: El Trayecto de Co Creación en Comunidad: Charla con los Colaboradores del Proyecto Vámonos Pa’l Monte\, junto al equipo creativo\, el grupo de artistas locales colaborando en este proyecto de Mural Arts\, y representantes de los colaboradores del proyecto Taller Puertorriqueño y Norris Square Neighborhood Project. \nEl equipo de Vámonos Pa’l Monte y los colaboradores del proyecto compartirán los detalles del proceso colaborativo de esta iniciativa de arte público y participación ciudadana\, que culminará en octubre con una procesión de cuatro millas por Filadelfia. Juntos\, se han sumergido en dos años de profunda participación comunitaria con los residentes\, los artistas y los profesionales de la cultura de Norris Square\, un barrio que durante mucho tiempo ha sido el corazón de la población puertorriqueña de Filadelfia\, y cómo este viaje compartido ha moldeado e influido en el proceso creativo de la artista principal\, Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz. \nEste evento\, incluirá activaciones artísticas en el mismo lugar\, dirigidas por artistas docentes y colaboradores.Habrá oportunidades para crear objetos artísticos que formarán parte de la procesión de Vámonos Pa’l Monte. \nLa conversación estará moderada por Marángeli Mejía-Rabell\, curadora del proyecto\, directora del Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival\, y cofundadora/jefa de AFROTAINO. \nEvent Details | Detalles del Evento: \nThursday\, September 17 | jueves\, 17 de septiembre5:30–7 pmLas Parcelas Garden2248 N. Palethorp Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19133 \nThis event is free and open to the public.Click to RSVP by Wednesday\, September 16. \nEste evento es gratis y está abierto al público.Haz clic aquí para confirmar tu asistencia antes del miércoles 16 de septiembre. \nMore About Our Project Partners: \nTaller Puertorriqueño is a community-based cultural organization whose primary purpose is to preserve\, develop\, and promote Puerto Rican arts and culture\, grounded in the conviction that embracing one’s cultural heritage is empowering. Taller is committed to the representation and support of other Latino cultural expressions and our common roots\, guided by the vision of a Latino community that is engaged\, culturally aware\, and economically vibrant in a society that values its cultural diversity. As an arts and culture destination\, Taller catalyzes community development through its resources and builds bridges between the local community\, the region\, and the Puerto Rican and Latino Diaspora. \nNorris Square Neighborhood Project (NSNP) is a cultural hub committed to uniting and inspiring the surrounding community through programs aimed at the cultivation of young leaders\, the preservation of Puerto Rican cultural heritage\, and the stewardship of community land and environmental practices. NSNP unites and inspires youth and families using the strengths of our community—shared cultural wisdom\, creative energies\, and environmental spaces and experiences—and prepares youth for a future in which art\, agriculture\, and cultural awareness can be leveraged for individual agency and community prosperity.Más información sobre nuestros colaboradores en el proyecto: \nTaller Puertorriqueño es una organización cultural de base comunitaria cuyo objetivo principal es preservar\, desarrollar y promover las artes y la cultura puertorriqueñas\, partiendo de la convicción de que abrazar el propio patrimonio cultural es una fuente de empoderamiento. Taller está comprometido con la representación y el apoyo a otras expresiones culturales Latinas y a nuestras raíces comunes\, guiado por la visión de una comunidad Latina dedicada\, con conciencia cultural y económicamente dinámica\, en una sociedad que valora su diversidad cultural. Como centro de referencia en el ámbito de las artes y la cultura\, Taller impulsa el desarrollo comunitario a través de sus recursos y construye puentes entre la comunidad local\, la región y la Diáspora Puertorriqueña y Latina. \nNorris Square Neighborhood Project (NSNP) es un centro cultural dedicado a unir e inspirar a la comunidad de los alrededores a través de programas destinados a la formación de jóvenes líderes\, la preservación del patrimonio cultural Puertorriqueño\, y la administración de los terrenos comunitarios y prácticas medioambientales. NSNP une e inspira a los jóvenes y a las familias utilizando los puntos fuertes de nuestra comunidad —la sabiduría cultural compartida\, las energías creativas y los espacios y experiencias medioambientales— y prepara a los jóvenes para un futuro en el que el arte\, la agricultura y la conciencia cultural puedan aprovecharse para potenciar la autonomía individual y la prosperidad de la comunidad. \nMore About Vámonos Pa’l Monte: \nVámonos Pa’l Monte is a living tribute to Puerto Rican culture\, resilience\, and the migration stories that shape communities across the diaspora\, conceived by artist Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz with support from costume designer Kristina Tollefson and Mural Arts Philadelphia. Major support for Vámonos Pa’l Monte has been provided by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage\, with additional support from the William Penn Foundation and Pennsylvania Creative Industries\, powered by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts\, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment for the Arts. Project partners include Taller Puertorriqueño and Norris Square Neighborhood Project. \nMás información sobre Vámonos Pa’l Monte: \nVámonos Pa’l Monte es un homenaje vivo a la cultura puertorriqueña\, la resiliencia y las historias de migración que dan forma a las comunidades de toda la diáspora\, concebido por la renombrada artista Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz con el apoyo de la diseñadora de vestuario Kristina Tollefson y Mural Arts Philadelphia. Vámonos Pa’l Monte cuenta con el apoyo principal de The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage\, así como de la William Penn Foundation y el Pennsylvania Creative Industries. Entre los colaboradores del proyecto figuran el Taller Puertorriqueño y el Norris Square Neighborhood Project.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/vamos-a-hacer-the-communal-co-creation-journey/
LOCATION:Las Parcelas (Norris Square Neighborhood Project)\, 2248 North Palethorp Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rescheduled: Sloan Street Community Garden Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate a new mural evoking community\, nature\, and the promise of a greener future at Sloan Street Community Garden!\n\n\nMuralist Shari Tobias designed new artwork that both compliments and expands the garden’s existing mural\, Botanical Wall\, painted in 2001 by Ana Uribe. Enjoy live jazz\, refreshments\, and a wildflower seed paper-making activitiy at the dedication ceremony. Then stick around for an outdoor screening of three short films from Scribe Video Center’s Street Movies! series\, themed around growth and gardening. \nCreated in collaboration with Sloan Street Gardeners and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center\, the new mural aims to cultivate community among residents and illuminate the natural abundance of the garden\, right here in their neighborhood. \nLearn more about the history of the garden with Director Claire Sabel’s mini documentary\, which will kick off an evening of local\, international\, and award-winning short films\, discussion\, and live performance. \nWhat to expect\nFood and refreshments provided. There’s limited seating\, so bring your lawn chairs! \n6–7 pm: Mural dedication \n7–8:30: Wildflower seed paper making\, live jazz by Joshua Peeler Trio\, and refreshments \n8–9:30 pm: Screening by Scribe Video \nFilm Program\nHistory of Sloan Street Community Garden Mural (USA / 2026 / 5 MIN)Dir. Claire Sabel \nStori Strong (Episode 1) Garden Day (USA / 2024 / 14 MIN)Dir. Laura ZayleaNine-year-old protagonist Stori Strong agrees to do some volunteer gardening only to find out that she will be gardening for her nemesis: her Language Arts teacher\, Mrs. Pritzberry! While gardening\, Stori tells her friends all about what it’s like having 2 moms and a donor\, and how she may or may not have superpowers. \nI Spoke to a Tomato Plant (USA / 2026 / 29 MIN) Dir. Christian HaydenI Spoke to a Tomato Plant follows gardeners in the Mantua and Belmont area of Philadelphia as they share their experience of gardening and building relationships towards healing past traumas. Layered with a soundscape of Philadelphia musicians\, ISTATP is an ode to connection\, both plant and human\, as well as the capacity for change.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/rescheduled-sloan-street-community-garden-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:324 Sloan St\, 324 Sloan Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sloan Street Community Garden Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate a new mural evoking community\, nature\, and the promise of a greener future at Sloan Street Community Garden!\n\n\nMuralist Shari Tobias designed new artwork that both compliments and expands the garden’s existing mural\, Botanical Wall\, painted in 2001 by Ana Uribe. Enjoy live jazz\, refreshments\, and behind-the-scenes insights from the artist at the dedication ceremony. Then stick around for an outdoor screening of three short films from Scribe Video Center’s Street Movies! series\, themed around growth and gardening. \nCreated in collaboration with Sloan Street Gardeners and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center\, the new mural aims to cultivate community among residents and illuminate the natural abundance of the garden\, right here in their neighborhood. \nLearn more about the history of the garden with Director Claire Sabel’s mini documentary\, which will kick off an evening of local\, international\, and award-winning short films\, discussion\, and live performance. \nFilm Program\nHistory of Sloan Street Community Garden Mural (USA / 2026 / 5 MIN)Dir. Claire Sabel \nStori Strong (Episode 1) Garden Day (USA / 2024 / 14 MIN)Dir. Laura ZayleaNine-year-old protagonist Stori Strong agrees to do some volunteer gardening only to find out that she will be gardening for her nemesis: her Language Arts teacher\, Mrs. Pritzberry! While gardening\, Stori tells her friends all about what it’s like having 2 moms and a donor\, and how she may or may not have superpowers. \nI Spoke to a Tomato Plant (USA / 2026 / 29 MIN) Dir. Christian HaydenI Spoke to a Tomato Plant follows gardeners in the Mantua and Belmont area of Philadelphia as they share their experience of gardening and building relationships towards healing past traumas. Layered with a soundscape of Philadelphia musicians\, ISTATP is an ode to connection\, both plant and human\, as well as the capacity for change.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sloan-street-community-garden-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:324 Sloan St\, 324 Sloan Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Little Legacy  Learning Center Mural Paint Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Mural Arts Philadelphia and Little Legacy Learning Center to paint a vibrant\, new mural by Zeb and Calo Rosa.\n\n\nMotherhood is a transformative journey of self-discovery\, growth\, and profound love. It can also be a journey that includes loneliness and grief. North Philly-born artist Zeb wanted to honor all that it is to be a mother in a new mural at Little Legacy Learning Center. To do this he collaborated with master muralist Calo Rosa and Mural Arts to translate his vision. The artists believe that we all have a role to play in the mothering and nurturing of our children and our communities\, an ethos that is also shared by Little Legacy. \nThe years of early childhood are formative ones for children and their families\, and Little Legacy Learning Center is committed to building a foundation of competence\, confidence\, and fun. \nNote: Due to weather\, this event has been rescheduled from August 8 to August 19\, 2026.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/little-legacy-learning-center-mural-paint-day/
LOCATION:Little Legacy Learning Center\, LLC\, 715 West Girard Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States
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SUMMARY:EcoFest Block Party at The Water Shed
DESCRIPTION:Let’s celebrate our city’s past\, present and greener future—together!\n\n\nThe Celebration just got BIGGER. As Philadelphia marks 250 years\, we’re honoring our city’s legacy with a day of sustainability\, creativity and G-town love. On Saturday\, August 15\, 2026\, we’re bringing eco-joy\, community power and Germantown pride to the 5300 block of Wayne Avenue! \nJoin us at the Water Shed for the 2026 EcoFEST Block Party\, a celebration of environmental justice\, flood resilience\, and family-friendly fun. Connect with your climate and community as you explore hands-on activities\, art-making\, community resources\, and more. \nThe event will also feature food trucks\, a DJ\, and activities for all ages: \n\nEco‑learning\nLocal sounds\nCommunity vendors\nPhilly 250 spirit all day long\n\nLet’s celebrate our city’s past\, present and greener future—together. \nAbout The Water Shed\nThe Water Shed is a community hub in Germantown offering resources and education about local environmental challenges. The space is part of the Waterway Arts Initiative\, a collaboration between the Philadelphia Water Department\, Mural Arts Philadelphia\, and the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/ecofest-block-party-at-the-water-shed/
LOCATION:5300 Wayne Ave\, 5300 Wayne Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
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SUMMARY:Point Breeze Community Cares Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate a vibrant new mural at the Point Breeze Community Market\, created by and for the community!\n\n\nJoin us to dedicate Community Cares by Serena Saunders\, a new mural created in partnership with the Point Breeze Business Association. The celebration will coincide with the Point Breeze Community Market for an evening of artmaking\, community\, and fun! \nCommunity Cares is the result of collective effort and enthusiastic community input\, shaped through a series of engagement events and paint days. Join us at the market to hear directly from the artist\, community partners\, and neighbors who helped bring this mural to life\, right off Point Breeze Avenue. \nAfter a brief speaking program\, enjoy music\, refreshments\, and hands-on art-making activities while you browse the community market (located at Point Breeze Avenue and Reed Street\, every Thursday from 3 to 7 pm). \n \nPhoto: Community Cares (detail) by Serena Saunders in progress. Photo by RJ Rushmore.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/point-breeze-community-cares-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:1300 Point Breeze Ave\, 1300 Point Breeze Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19146\, United States
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SUMMARY:More Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack: Artist Appreciation Month
DESCRIPTION:Our dynamic monthly speaking series returns for happy hour\, candid conversation\, and a panel discussion at W Philadelphia.\n\n\nMural Arts’ Dominique Smack will host a panel of local emerging artists who have grown their practice through community collaboration and fellowship opportunities\, including the Philadelphia Fellowship for Black Artists.  \nStay tuned for more panelist details. \nAbout Mural Than Murals\nMore Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack is a dynamic monthly speaking series presented by Mural Arts Philadelphia that brings the organization’s broader mission to life—demonstrating that Mural Arts is not only about public art\, but also about social justice\, restorative justice\, art education\, workforce development\, and deep community impact throughout Philadelphia. Through candid conversations with community leaders\, cultural changemakers\, program participants\, and local partners\, the series spotlights individuals whose lives and neighborhoods have been shaped by Mural Arts while reinforcing the importance of sustained investment in the organization’s transformative work. \nThe series is hosted on the 7th floor of W Philadelphia\, reimagining Philadelphia’s iconic First Fridays tradition through a vibrant blend of thought leadership\, culture\, and hospitality. Set across the hotel’s elevated social spaces\, each event will feature curated conversations hosted by Dominique Smack\, alongside happy hour\, live DJs\, artist showcases\, and creative networking opportunities. Aligning with the Mayor’s Ring It On 2026 campaign\, More Than Murals positions Center City as an active cultural destination while extending the legacy of First Fridays into a contemporary platform that merges public engagement\, nightlife\, and civic storytelling. Through strategic storytelling\, collaborative marketing\, and immersive live experiences\, this series serves as both a cultural activation and an advocacy platform for the More Than Murals campaign. \nCurated by Medina Oyefusi and Dominique Smack. \nPhoto caption: More Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack: Preserving Queer Art in Philadelphia\, June 5\, 2026. Photo by Andriana Ortiz.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/more-than-murals-w-dominique-smack-artist-appreciation-month/
LOCATION:W Philadelphia\, 1439 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
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SUMMARY:Collaborative Stitches: The Making of Vámonos Pa’l Monte
DESCRIPTION:Lead artist Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz & costume designer Kristina Tollefson will discuss the production process of their upcoming project.\n\n\nOn Thursday\, August 6\, join us for “Collaborative Stitches: The Making of Vámonos Pa’l Monte\,” with the creative team behind this Mural Arts project: lead artist Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz and costume and production designer Kristina Tollefson. \nThe artists will discuss the planning and considerations that go into producing their creative collaborations\, with a deep behind-the-scenes dive on Vámonos Pa’l Monte\, a public art and engagement project culminating this fall in Philadelphia’s Norris Square neighborhood and throughout the city. The conversation will be moderated by Nicole Calderón\, founder and director of Calderón in New York City. \nEl jueves 6 de agosto\, acompáñanos en “Puntadas colaborativas: La Creación de Vámonos Pa’l Monte\,” con el equipo creativo detrás de este proyecto de Mural Arts: la artista principal\, Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz\, y la diseñadora de vestuario y de producción\, Kristina Tollefson. \nLas artistas hablarán sobre la planificación y los aspectos que hay que tener en cuenta a la hora de llevar a cabo sus colaboraciones creativas\, con un análisis profundo de lo que ocurre tras bastidores en Vámonos Pa’l Monte\, un proyecto de arte público y participación\, que culminará este otoño en el barrio Norris Square de Filadelfia y en toda la ciudad. La conversación será moderada por Nicole Calderón\, fundadora y directora de Calderón en la Ciudad de Nueva York. \nThis event is free and open to the public. | Este evento es gratis y está abierto al público. \nPhoto by Jon Kaufman. | Foto por Jon Kaufman. \n \nMore About the Participants: \nWanda Raimundi-Ortiz is an interdisciplinary visual artist whose work pulls from 17th- and 18th-century European portraiture\, comic books\, sketch comedy\, folkloric dance\, and installation to address race\, bias\, trauma\, and healing. Her work has been featured in venues such as The Momentary\, the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery\, National Museum of Women in the Arts\, Museum of Arts and Design\, and Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico\, among many others\, and her work has been covered numerous media outlets\, including Art in America\, ArtNews\, PBS\, NPR\, The New York Times\, and The Washington Post. She currently serves as a board member for the College Art Association where she’s committed to considering art as scholarship. \nKristina Tollefson is a theatrical costume designer and builder whose work is rooted in artistic and intellectual collaboration to support all forms of storytelling through costume and environment. She is Professor of Theatre and Resident Costume Designer at the University of Central Florida in Orlando and a proud member of United Scenic Artists 829. Her work can be viewed at tollefsondesigns.com.  \nNicole Calderón is the founder and director of Calderón\, a space that champions artists and prioritizes institutional relationships and placements to make permanent\, publicly accessible contributions to culture and art history. Calderón previously worked with Tina Kim Gallery in New York as managing director. She was also director at Timothy Taylor in New York\, where she forecast the 2020/2021 growth of the Latinx art market by producing the gallery’s first exhibition of contemporary works by Latin diaspora artists. Calderón holds a double BA in Studio Arts and History of Art and Architecture from the University of Pittsburgh and an MFA from Kent State. She was born in San Juan\, Puerto Rico and currently resides in Philadelphia. \n \nMás información sobre las participantes: \nWanda Raimundi-Ortiz es una artista visual interdisciplinaria cuya obra se inspira en el retrato europeo de los siglos XVII y XVIII\, el cómic\, las escenas cortas de comedia\, la danza folclórica y la instalación para abordar temas como la raza\, los prejuicios\, el trauma y la sanación. Su obra ha sido expuesta en espacios como The Momentary\, la Galería Nacional de Retratos Smithsonian\, el Museo Nacional de la Mujer en las Artes\, el Museo de Artes y Diseño\, el Museo Garage\, Moscú\, el Museo de Arte de Orlando\, la Galería de Arte Corcoran\, el Museo Provincial de Arte de Gyeongsangnam-do\, el Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico; y en las bienales Manifesta y Performa. Su obra ha sido cubierta por numerosos medios de comunicación\, entre ellos Art in America\, ArtNews\, PBS\, NPR\, The New York Times y The Washington Post. Obtuvo su Máster en Bellas Artes en Rutgers University Mason Gross School of Art y asistió a la escuela Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture. Actualmente es miembro de la junta directiva de College Art Association\, donde se dedica a promover el arte como disciplina académica. \nKristina Tollefson es una diseñadora y confeccionista de vestuario teatral cuyo trabajo se basa en la colaboración artística e intelectual para potenciar todas las formas de narración a través del vestuario y la ambientación. Es Profesora de Teatro y Diseñadora de Vestuario Residente en la Universidad Central de Florida\, en Orlando\, y una orgullosa miembro del sindicato de United Scenic Artists 829. Su trabajo puede verse en: tollefsondesigns.com.  \nNicole Calderón ha dedicado su carrera a abogar por artistas de América Latina\, el Caribe y sus diásporas\, ampliando así el acceso a narrativas que históricamente han sido ignoradas. Nacida en San Juan (Puerto Rico)\, fundó Calderón\, una plataforma internacional dedicada a esa misión a través de exposiciones\, colaboraciones con instituciones y el discurso crítico\, en colaboración con artistas\, académicos\, curadores y activistas. Ha conseguido que instituciones como el Pérez Art Museum Miami\, El Museo del Barrio\, el Museo de Arte de Newark y el Museo de Arte de Columbus realicen adquisiciones para sus colecciones\, y anteriormente ocupó el cargo de Directora General en Tina Kim Gallery y Directora en Timothy Taylor\, en Nueva York. A lo largo de su carrera\, también ha establecido y potenciado los mercados de artistas intergeneracionales\, incluyendo a Papo Colo\, Danielle De Jesús\, Armig Santos y Raelis Vázquez. Las obras que ha situado en colecciones de museos pueden ser vistas actualmente en el Pérez Art Museum Miami. Sus posiciones en instituciones como la Universidad de Pensilvania también han permitido llevar el arte a espacios como los entornos de salud\, ampliando el acceso más allá de las paredes tradicionales de las galerías. Actualmente llama a Filadelfia su hogar. \n \nMore About Vámonos Pa’l Monte: \nVámonos Pa’l Monte is a living tribute to Puerto Rican culture\, resilience\, and the migration stories that shape communities across the diaspora\, conceived by artist Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz\, costume designer Kristina Tollefson\, and Mural Arts Philadelphia. Major support for Vámonos Pa’l Monte has been provided by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage\, with additional support from the William Penn Foundation and Pennsylvania Creative Industries\, powered by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts\, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment for the Arts. Project partners include Taller Puertorriqueño and Norris Square Neighborhood Project. \n \nMás información sobre Vámonos Pa’l Monte: \nVámonos Pa’l Monte es un homenaje vivo a la cultura puertorriqueña\, la resiliencia y las historias de migración que dan forma a las comunidades de toda la diáspora\, concebido por la artista Wanda Raimundi-Ortiz\, Kristina Tollefson y Mural Arts Philadelphia. Vámonos Pa’l Monte cuenta con el apoyo principal de The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage\, así como de la William Penn Foundation y el Pennsylvania Creative Industries. Entre los colaboradores del proyecto incluyen a el Taller Puertorriqueño y el Norris Square Neighborhood Project.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/collaborative-stitches-the-making-of-vamonos-pal-monte/
LOCATION:Taller Puertorriqueno\, Inc\, 2600 North 5th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19133\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T200000
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SUMMARY:Black Dance Legacy Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a jubilant celebration of Black dance and public art in Grays Ferry.\n\n\nThe Black Dance Legacy Mural celebrates the history of Black dancers in Philadelphia\, who broke barriers and cultivated a lineage of excellence that continues to influence the dance world today. Featuring live dance performances\, music\, and refreshments\, the dedication will also be a chance to hear from living legends Philadanco Founder Joan Myers Brown and Karen Warrington\, a former ballerina and dance historian who helped steward the mural project. \nPhiladelphia Black Dance Mural Project by artist Bernard Collins Jr. highlights three generations of Black dancers\, beginning with Essie Marie Dorsey\, who overcame centuries of racial discrimination to teach Black ballerinas from her home studio beginning in 1926. Also honored are three of Dorsey’s students\, Joan Myers Brown\, Sydney King\, and Marian Cuyjet\, who went on to become trailblazing instructors in their own right\, combining Caribbean dance with classical techniques; Alvin Ailey’s Judith Jamison; and Philadelphia-trained ballet star Michaela DePrince. \n \nNote: Parking near the mural is limited. Plan ahead and consider parking at Impark (521 South 20th Street) or South Street Parking Garage (1740 South Street).
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/black-dance-legacy-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:2300 Pemberton St\, 2300 Pemberton Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19146\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T210000
DTSTAMP:20260718T211252Z
CREATED:20260629T011531Z
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SUMMARY:More Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack: Making Art Across Mediums
DESCRIPTION:Join us at W Philadelphia for happy hour and candid conversation with some of the city’s most exciting multi-hyphenate creatives.\n\n\nDuring this month’s installment of her dynamic speaking series\, Dominique Smack will host artists who are breaking boundaries across visuals\, music\, and performance. \nAbout Mural Than Murals\nMore Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack is a dynamic monthly speaking series presented by Mural Arts Philadelphia that brings the organization’s broader mission to life—demonstrating that Mural Arts is not only about public art\, but also about social justice\, restorative justice\, art education\, workforce development\, and deep community impact throughout Philadelphia. Through candid conversations with community leaders\, cultural changemakers\, program participants\, and local partners\, the series spotlights individuals whose lives and neighborhoods have been shaped by Mural Arts while reinforcing the importance of sustained investment in the organization’s transformative work. \nThe series is hosted on the 7th floor of W Philadelphia\, reimagining Philadelphia’s iconic First Fridays tradition through a vibrant blend of thought leadership\, culture\, and hospitality. Set across the hotel’s elevated social spaces\, each event will feature curated conversations hosted by Dominique Smack\, alongside happy hour\, live DJs\, artist showcases\, and creative networking opportunities. Aligning with the Mayor’s Ring It On 2026 campaign\, More Than Murals positions Center City as an active cultural destination while extending the legacy of First Fridays into a contemporary platform that merges public engagement\, nightlife\, and civic storytelling. Through strategic storytelling\, collaborative marketing\, and immersive live experiences\, this series serves as both a cultural activation and an advocacy platform for the More Than Murals campaign. \nCurated by Medina Oyefusi and Dominique Smack. \nPhoto caption: More Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack: Preserving Queer Art in Philadelphia\, June 5\, 2026. Photo by Andriana Ortiz.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/more-than-murals-w-dominique-smack-making-art-across-mediums/
LOCATION:W Philadelphia\, 1439 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T144644Z
CREATED:20260428T182613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-07-22/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T200000
DTSTAMP:20260620T204319Z
CREATED:20260620T204319Z
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SUMMARY:A closer Look: P.W. Prichett – Artist Talk & Dinner – 7/15/26
DESCRIPTION:FRIEDAcommunity – A talk with P.W. Prichett – July 15 \nJoin us for a conversation with artist P.W. Prichett\, creator of this year’s large-scale participatory art project\, The Big Sloth.Many of you volunteered by helping to hand-string the disposable cutlery that became part of the installation. Now\, artist Pam Prichett will take you behind the scenes and share what has unfolded over the past ten months in her South Bronx studio\, offering insight into the creative process that brought The Big Sloth to life. \nArtwork by RISD alum and native New Yorker\, Pamela Prichett has been featured in The Provincetown Fine Arts Museum; Museum of the City of New York; and the i.d.e.a. Museum\, Mesa\, AZ. She has had solo shows of her paintings in New York City and Philadelphia. Her work has also appeared in publications including The New Yorker\, The New York Times\, and Los Angeles Times. Her children’s book\, Downward Dog with Diego\, was published in 2016 by Blue Apple Books. Prichett’s work\, which spans a variety of mediums\, reflects a sense of humor\, an affinity for nature-based forms\, and an approach centered on imagination and play.Pam is the creator of STUFFED\, an immersive and collaborative art project whose growth and community-driven approach laid the foundation for what became FRIEDAcommunity’s outreach program. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!\nYour FRIEDAcommunity team \nMenu\n—— \nSalad \n—— \nFish tropical stew \n—— \nYellow rice \n—— \nLemon tart \n—— \n*A GF vegan option of tagine with rice is available\, please inquire at time of reservation. \nTalk: 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm\nDinner: served at 7:00pm \nPrices include 20% gratuity.\nThis event is BYOB\nBy reservation only.\nPlease sign up at least 2 days prior to the event. \n*Cancellation policy: We are unable to issue refunds. In the interest of building community\, we ask that you donate your ticket to another person should you need to cancel. If you are not able to find someone to attend in your stead\, let us know and we will donate your ticket on your behalf. Thank you for sharing FRIEDAcommunity’s mission and values.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/a-closer-look-p-w-prichett-artist-talk-dinner-7-15-26/
LOCATION:October Gallery\, 6353 Greene Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Activism,Art,Art Exhibitions,Arts & Culture,arts & entertainment,Children,Community Events,Film,Food & Drink,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T170000
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T193000
DTSTAMP:20260706T142526Z
CREATED:20260706T142526Z
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SUMMARY:The People’s Declaration: Grassroots Posters from 1976 and 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a panel discussion and exhibition tour exploring how people made themselves heard through printmaking in 1976 and 2026.\n\n\nPhiladelphia’s commemorations of the Declaration of Independence have always included big plans\, but haven’t always embraced grassroots communities\, especially those marginalized by race\, class\, gender\, or sexual orientation. \nCurators from the Free Library and Penn’s Kislak Center will explore how Philadelphians made themselves heard through posters\, newspapers and other materials in the 1976 and 2026 anniversaries. \nMitch Fraas will show highlights from an exhibition on the 1976 “counter-celebrations\,” Suzanna Urminska will discuss posters from Mural Arts’ 2026 “Printmaking by the People” project\, in which everyday Philadelphians have imagined a new Declaration of Independence\, and Rhonda Babb will discuss a new poster-mural design created to convey the “people’s vision.” \nAfterwards\, the curators will lead a tour of the “Printmaking by the People” exhibition at the library’s Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement. \nPhoto caption: Printmaking by the People Exhibition Opening at the Parkway Central Library\, April 16\, 2026. Photo by Amna Khalafalla. \nFree\, RSVP requested.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-peoples-declaration-grassroots-posters-from-1976-and-2026/
LOCATION:Parkway Central Library\, Heim Center for Cultural and Civic Engagement\, 1901 Vine Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260708T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T144644Z
CREATED:20260428T182613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260620T210147Z
CREATED:20260620T210147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T210147Z
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SUMMARY:In Pride\, In Power\, In Memory Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Gayborhood for the mural dedication of In Pride\, In Power\, In Memory\, a new tribute to the city's rich LGBTQ+ history.\n\n\nThe mural depicts five Philadelphia LGBTQ+ trailblazers: Gloria Casarez\, Michael S. Hinson\, Jr.\, Tyrone Smith\, Nizah Morris\, and Dawn Munro. \n \nPhoto credit: Wall mockup of In Pride\, In Power\, In Memory by Santiago Galeas\, 2026.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/in-pride-in-power-in-memory-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:1221 St James St\, 1221 Saint James Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T144644Z
CREATED:20260428T182613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-06-24/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T150000
DTSTAMP:20260618T143521Z
CREATED:20260618T143521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T143521Z
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SUMMARY:Ed Bradley Tribute Mural Paint Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us in recreating a beloved mural tribute to West Philadelphia's Ed Bradley\, award-winning correspondent for CBS News’ "60 Minutes."\n\n\nCome celebrate what would have been Bradley’s 85th birthday surrounded by neighbors and friends. Enjoy cake and other food and beverages as you paint. \nBradley was first honored with Ed Bradley: Curious\, Relentless\, Timeless in 2018\, celebrating his 26 years as a correspondent on CBS News’ “60 Minutes.” After new construction obscured the original artwork\, artist Ernel Martinez collaborated with the Ed Bradley Family Foundation to bring the mural back into view on a new wall at North 44th Street & Parrish Street. \nBradley\, who passed away in 2006\, was the first Black television correspondent to cover the White House and the recipient of dozens of prestigious journalism awards\, including Emmys\, Duponts\, Peabodys\, and both the George Polk and Paul White awards. He was injured in Cambodia as a war correspondent\, and later anchored his own broadcast\, “CBS Sunday Night News with Ed Bradley.” \nPhoto credit: Ed Bradley: Curious\, Relentless\, Tireless dedication\, June 16\, 2018. Photo by Steve Weinik.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/ed-bradley-tribute-mural-paint-day/
LOCATION:4324 Lancaster Ave\, 4324 Lancaster Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260608T031821Z
CREATED:20260608T031821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T031821Z
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SUMMARY:In the Orbit of Ra Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Please join us to celebrate a new mural honoring the Sun Ra Arkestra\, created by artists Ernel Martinez and Keir Johnston.\n\n\nThis new large-scale mural at 6353 Greene Street in East Germantown recognizes the Sun Ra Arkestra’s nearly 30-year home in the neighborhood and its continuing presence nearby. Artists Ernel Martinez and Keir Johnston created In the Orbit of Ra with contributions from Arkestra band members and scholars. You are invited to the mural dedication\, which will include food\, a DJ set by music writer Marcus J. Moore\, and a performance by the Sun Ra Arkestra. \nFrom 1969 through 1993\, Sun Ra lived in East Germantown with the Arkestra\, composing and rehearsing a body of work that reshaped American experimental music and performance. \nThe Arkestra continues to live and rehearse nearby on Morton Street\, carrying forward a seven-decade legacy that still draws audiences worldwide. This mural places that living legacy in public view at the scale it deserves\, rooted in the neighborhood that sustained it\, and paired with community programming that invites Philadelphians to celebrate a world-changing story that happened here. \nImage credit: In the Orbit of Ra mural (detail) rendering from artist’s design by Ernel Martinez and Keir Johnston\, in collaboration with Arkestra band members and scholars\, 2026
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/in-the-orbit-of-ra-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:6353 Greene St\, 6353 Greene Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T144644Z
CREATED:20260428T182613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T120000
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-06-10/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Fabric Workshop and Museum":MAILTO:kristina@fabricworkshopandmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T210000
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SUMMARY:More Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack: Preserving Queer Art in Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:A monthly speaking series presented by Mural Arts Philadelphia and W Philadelphia that brings the organization’s broader mission to life!\n\n\nMore Than Murals w/ Dominique Smack is a dynamic monthly speaking series presented by Mural Arts Philadelphia that brings the organization’s broader mission to life—demonstrating that Mural Arts is not only about public art\, but also about social justice\, restorative justice\, art education\, workforce development\, and deep community impact throughout Philadelphia. Through candid conversations with community leaders\, cultural changemakers\, program participants\, and local partners\, the series spotlights individuals whose lives and neighborhoods have been shaped by Mural Arts while reinforcing the importance of sustained investment in the organization’s transformative work. \nThe series will be hosted on the 7th floor of W Philadelphia\, reimagining Philadelphia’s iconic First Fridays tradition through a vibrant blend of thought leadership\, culture\, and hospitality. Set across the hotel’s elevated social spaces\, each event will feature curated conversations hosted by Dominique Smack\, alongside happy hour\, live DJs\, artist showcases\, and creative networking opportunities. Aligning with the Mayor’s Ring It On 2026 campaign\, More Than Murals positions Center City as an active cultural destination while extending the legacy of First Fridays into a contemporary platform that merges public engagement\, nightlife\, and civic storytelling. Through strategic storytelling\, collaborative marketing\, and immersive live experiences\, this series serves as both a cultural activation and an advocacy platform for the More Than Murals campaign. \nPreserving Queer Art in Philadelphia \nExploration of queer art preservation\, visibility\, and community presence in Philadelphia \nFramed through multiple perspectives: artist\, advocate\, and project leadership
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/more-than-murals-w-dominique-smack-preserving-queer-art-in-philadelphia/
LOCATION:W Philadelphia\, 1439 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T183000
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SUMMARY:No Place Like Home Fishtown Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the dedication of a new mural by HENBO\, a vibrant\, community-driven project rooted in the stories and history of Fishtown.\n\n\nThe celebration will begin with an outdoor dedication ceremony featuring remarks from the artist\, teaching artist Rebecca Miller\, student collaborators\, and local partners\, followed by an intimate panel discussion exploring the mural’s themes\, process\, and neighborhood impact. Guests will also have the opportunity to engage with project materials\, including a student-created digital experience highlighting the historical sites represented in the mural.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/no-place-like-home-fishtown-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:25 E Oxford St\, 25 East Oxford Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T193000
DTSTAMP:20260529T012455Z
CREATED:20260529T012455Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in celebrating artist Jesse’s newest mural\, created in collaboration with the Mural Arts Rec Crew.\n\n\nPlease join us in celebrating artist Jesse’s newest mural\, created in collaboration with the Mural Arts Rec Crew\, part of the Restorative Justice program at Mural Arts Philadelphia. Installed at 990 Spring Garden\, a building owned by Arts + Crafts Holdings and led by longtime Mural Arts supporter Craig Grossman\, this project reflects the power of art as a tool for healing and collaboration. \nThe mural is inspired by Jesse’s Elegy Quilt series and draws directly from a set of hands-on workshops with eight Rec Crew participants. Each participant created their own collage in the style of Jesse’s signature quilts\, and elements from each of those works were thoughtfully woven into the final mural design; resulting in a collective piece that honors individual expression while telling a shared story.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:Triple Bottom Brewing\, 915 Spring Garden Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T144644Z
CREATED:20260428T182613Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Fabric Workshop and Museum":MAILTO:kristina@fabricworkshopandmuseum.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T144644Z
CREATED:20260428T182613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Fabric Workshop and Museum":MAILTO:kristina@fabricworkshopandmuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260702T144644Z
CREATED:20260428T182613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T144644Z
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SUMMARY:Jesse Krimes: Elegy Quilts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/jesse-krimes-elegy-quilts/2026-05-15/
LOCATION:The Fabric Workshop and Museum\, 1214 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art Exhibitions
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Fabric Workshop and Museum":MAILTO:kristina@fabricworkshopandmuseum.org
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