RIP Dan Hughes, artist known for Japanese Breakfast posters and throughout Philly’s DIY music scene
“I feel like I'm mourning the loss of whatever Dan was going to do next,” said Mannequin Pussy’s guitarist and singer.
Posts tagged with Arts
‘To The Polls’ returns to Love Park with six freestanding murals encouraging Philly to vote
Mural Arts and Conrad Benner collaborated to bring back the popular installation celebrating civic engagement through art.
Mystery murals and missing plaques: Follow the map to uncover Philly’s resistance history
The Painted Bride’s scavenger hunt is a great way to explore the city, even if you don’t make it through the whole thing.
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New animal sculptures in Tacony Creek Park are designed for kids, but adults are loving them too
The interactive artwork encourages you to play with water in Juniata Park.
My blind date at the Fringe Fest (and why everyone should do it)
The festival attracts some of Philly’s most interesting people — what do you have to lose?
After outcry over Harriet Tubman statue commission, Philadelphia reverses course and will hold an open call
The city will now allow women and artists of color to compete for a chance to sculpt the famed civil rights leader.
Say farewell to the Northern Liberties alien with big unnaturals, who chilled on a Second Street wall
RIP to the "big boob frog monster," Gen Z would've loved you
Philly culture on a budget: Where to find discounts on arts, nature, and history
Pointers for exploring the city without breaking the bank.
Jim’s Steaks owner says fire damage isn’t as bad as originally thought, targets spring 2023 reopening on South Street
Eye’s Gallery next door is facing an uncertain future.
The Philadelphia Orchestra puts on its first-ever Pride concert, with a chorus and drag queen joining the program of LGBTQ composers
The June 2 show at Verizon Hall is free with RSVP.
Gloriously muddy Kensington Derby and Arts Festival draws hundreds to River Wards for return of the annual street fair
The obstacle race and food fest is about as Philly as it gets.
A Southwest Philly festival is using arts and food to spark community discussions on the city budget
The Kingsessing event includes free lunch by the Mercado de Latinas.
Stikman-style street art is popping up in Philly crosswalks to support peace in Ukraine
Keep your eyes peeled for the little blue-and-yellow robot characters.
Lienzas coloridas destacan la cultura puertorriqueña en una nueva exposición de arte en West Kensington
Llamado “Tú Eres Puerto Rico,” la exhibición se demoró tres años para realizarse
Colorful canvases highlight Puerto Rican culture at new art show in West Kensington
Called “Tu Eres Puerto Rico,” the exhibit was three years in the making.
10 things to know about the new OY/YO sculpture outside Philly’s Jewish museum
It creates an instantly iconic selfie spot on Independence Mall.
An art-filled exhibit on segregation and swimming is finally open at Fairmount Water Works
“POOL” was supposed to launch last September, but then Ida happened. It's now restored — and free to visit.
Kreate Hub, part of a growing Kensington movement, turned an empty school into a thriving center for artists and entrepreneurs
The incubator is one of several arts initiatives helping beautify and strengthen the neighborhood.
How the protest movement engineered a takedown of the Rizzo statue after years of delay
As artist Ursula Rucker says, “energy is real” in the presence of public art.
Black history through memories at Brewerytown’s Bailey Street Books
Professor Anyabwile Love wants the community to share in his collection of rare Black literature.