Museums
Iconic Philly Jeweler Steven Lagos’s Three Favorite Artists at the Barnes
“Every time I come, I get chills.” Steven Lagos, dressed in head-to-toe-black as usual, was visiting the Barnes Foundation to reflect on his artistic inspiration […]
Just Announced: New Details on the Franklin Institute’s Upcoming Disney Exhibit, Disney100
Disney’s annual D23 Expo in Anaheim, CA, is a big weekend for fans of all things Disney (plus Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and all the […]
Where to See Art in Philly This Summer
Philly is known for its plethora of inspiring murals and public art. But it’s a destination for great art programming on the gallery walls as […]
Been There, Done That? 5 Lesser-Known Philadelphia Tourist Attractions
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Of Teacups, Shared Trauma and Shared Destiny: Reflections on the Weitzman’s Reopening
I shouldn’t be here. Decades before my birth, there were so many near-misses an ocean away, so many limbs cut from my family tree, only […]
Museum of Illusions Philadelphia Is Now Open — and Eye-Opening
A new interactive space is now open in Philly — and likely taking over your social-media feeds. The Museum of Illusions is the newest installment […]
Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting Philadelphia’s Van Gogh Experience Pop-Up
What is the Van Gogh Experience? The Van Gogh Experience is an immersive art exhibit all about the life and work of Vincent Van Gogh. […]
Here’s How Much Philly Arts Venues Received of $6.8 Billion in COVID-Relief Grants
For many months during COVID, it was tough to rely on the restaurant industry for income, as countless articles and TV news segments have documented. […]
A Museum of Illusions Is Opening in Old City, and No, It’s Not a Pop-Up
If you’re the type of person who loves Wonderspaces, Candytopia, and those other places that just scream out “Instagram me!,” you’ll be happy to know […]
Wonderspaces Isn’t Another Pop-Up “Experience.” That’s a Good Thing
“Experiential” art installations aren’t a new concept. A few of their hallmarks: long lines, poppy color schemes, themes evoking nostalgia and happiness (Ice cream! Candy! […]
The Library’s New “Experience Pass” Gets You Into Some Incredible Places for Free
Owning a library card just got a lot sweeter. The Free Library of Philadelphia just launched a new program called the “Experience Pass,” and it […]
A Museum Exhibit Devoted to Ruth Bader Ginsburg Is Opening in Philly
Take a moment to recall the last time you attended a major museum exhibition entirely devoted to a pop-culture icon. Was that icon a woman? […]
Sign Up for This Stair-Climbing Marathon and Help a Local Nonprofit Support Cancer Patients
Once Bill Phalen was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in August 2018, curing his disease became his first priority. Chemotherapy and radiation and surgery, those were […]
Kayaking Excursions On the Delaware Return For a Second Summer
This story has been updated. When someone coming to Philly for the first time asks for a “must-do,” it’s common to hear (and give) recommendations […]
Nerdy, Cool, and Offbeat Museums Worth Visiting Around Philadelphia
Sure, there are plenty of traditional art, history, and science museums around Philadelphia to keep you busy for days, but if you want to explore […]