Harriet Tubman is Philadelphia’s first monument to a historical Black woman…but it’s only temporary
You can count the city's statues of women in history on one hand.
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125 years after women founded The Plastic Club to break into a men-only scene, the arts group is thriving
With headquarters in Center City and a popular exhibit on Instagram, the club is recruiting new members.
FringeArts unmoved as petition to cancel ‘blasphemous’ Philly drag show garners 20,000 signatures
“Jesus Drag Superstar” features Martha Graham Cracker and students from Paul Green Rock Academy.
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Philly film office to get funding restored after a year with zero city support
The commission, which brings over $300 million in economic impact, also runs career training programs in district schools.
Philly trans artist who depends on Facebook for income has accounts suspended for a week, despite providing documentation
The social media platform promised reforms back in 2014, but they’ve been unevenly implemented.
From the 215: The cultural imprint of Philadelphia’s area code
The numbers are a recognizable signpost for the city, used in everything from music to business to art.
Hoagies get an Emmys shoutout as ‘Mare of Easttown’ wins stoke talk of second season
Kate Winslet’s Wawa-inspired character really connected with fans.
The Van Gogh ‘immersive experience’ is colorful, fun, and relaxing — like Wonderspaces meets mom’s favorite fridge magnet
Leave the art snobs at home and bring the kids.
Ex-employees and ex-trustee accuse Please Touch Museum leadership of abusive culture
Former staff said they tried to alert board members to problems at the storied Philadelphia children’s institution.
Germantown’s new Black-owned photography gallery aims to be a portal away from the trauma of everyday life
Ubuntu is more than a name for Steven CW Taylor’s spot — it’s an ethos.
At Eddie’s in Chinatown, one of Philly’s oldest tattoo parlors, women are inking the art
Eddie’s in Chinatown has experienced a changing of the guard.
Philly’s first NFT gallery abruptly closing in Brewerytown, looking to reopen in Fishtown
There’s a final bash to raise funds for the unexpected move.
Van Gogh ‘immersive’ event announces Tower Theater is Philly location, as customers worry about scam
The company producing the show has received hundreds of Better Business Bureau complaints.
Paradigm Gallery in bidding war for Queen Village home before someone else scoops it up
Support has been pouring in for the community mainstay, which has been in the neighborhood for a decade.
This cute boutique might be the least touristy, most Philly retail shop in Old City
Owned by a trio of women, Philadelphia Independents features local artisans and celebrates the city’s culture.
Questlove gives Philly artists a boost with local billboard blast
Created with Mural Arts, the artwork is part of a promo campaign for the music documentary “Summer of Soul.”
High school friends open Philly’s first NFT art gallery in Brewerytown
Art From The Heart is taking cryptocurrency to the neighborhoods.
Philadelphia Art Museum’s new Gehry renovations: 7 things you might not know
A ghost train station, a big sustainability boost, and a new skylight above the steps.
There’s a giant Sixers logo hanging in the air, thanks to street artist Reed Bmore
The wire sculptor isn’t from Philadelphia, but he credits the city with launching his career.
Retracted: Story about missing Picasso in Philadelphia
An imposter posed as NYC art curator to spread the supposed news.