PAFA stands by CEO and vows reforms after Black Lives Matter tensions go public
The academy is also reviewing its political speech and affiliation policy following a petition signing.
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A whimsical typewriter garden in Mt. Airy boosts sales and spirits
Pam Rogow of W.P.M. Typewriter Shop creates custom exhibits for each appointment.
A tour of iconic designer Milton Glaser’s Philadelphia legacy
The visual luminary, who died at 91, created the look of the Franklin Mills Mall and Sesame Place.
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Two of Philly’s unique Black history institutions are fundraising to survive
The Colored Girls Museum and the Paul Robeson House have joined forces to raise $100k.
The Philly artist decorating dozens of boarded-up storefronts is creating a lasting nonprofit
Walls for Justice founder Samuel Rodriguez feels like his whole life was leading up to this moment.
My Free Library: Why I love South Philly’s Charles Santore branch
An essay in recognition of National Library Week.
#ThankYouPhilly: Giant posters turn boarded-up storefronts into essential worker tributes
The campaign shouts out everyone from doctors to utility workers.
25 colorful scenes and splendor at the 2020 Philadelphia Flower Show
It's a bit pricey this year, but there's lots to absorb.
The true story behind Philly’s famous ‘Boner 4ever’ graffiti
Two artists linked up to create North Broad's most prominent tag.
Chasing ‘Butter and Salmon’: Elusive street artists are like Philly’s own Banksy
The group (or person?) creates visual art, music and social commentary.
They recorded Miley, Kanye & Nicki Minaj: Philly’s hottest studio marks 25 years
The MilkBoy partners, who also own restaurants and produce movies, are celebrating two-and-a-half decades in the industry.
REC Philly at the Fashion District is an unexpected slam dunk
Why does the former Gallery mall have a "place for creators"? Just ask its 700 members.
Want to own some of Philly’s famous street art?
Check out this show at Tmoms on South Street.
From needle-filled lot to colorful community garden, a North Philly school is transformed
Neighbors said the Fairhill space “was like a cemetery” before the Mural Arts project came in.
Secret Philly: How a movie magnate built the ‘most important’ Rodin museum
Jules Mastbaum amassed one of the world's greatest sculpture collections, then gifted it to the city.
Why Philly’s robust Native American cultural center abruptly shut down
Before he was killed in a car crash, activist Kyle Shenandoah was working on resurrecting the indigenous peoples hub.
When it’s your job to act out an orgy, these theater pros can help
Of 23 certified "intimacy directors" worldwide, two are in Philadelphia.
Pics from the first Philadelphia Car Show, where serious ‘car culture’ was on display
The first annual North Philly meetup showcased rare classics and muscle cars.
10 things to know about Kyle Tanguay, the Eagles’ first male cheerleader in 35 years
He's a New Hampshire native and UArts dance major, and yes, he's taken.
Philly artists were on the hook for $500 after Made in America
Even if you just put out a tip jar without a permit, L&I can confiscate all your stuff.