| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | Summer Day Camp - Grades 7 - 9Presented by Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation at Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation July 29-August 2, 2013 Journey Back in Time.... Summer camps at the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation offer an exciting way for children to spend a portion of his or her summer. Through hands on activities, like open hearth cooking, to a variety of 18th century crafts, your child will get to learn about history and Colonial life through a camp that is interactive, educational, and most of all, FUN! Perfect for your young history buff or children looking for a one-of-a-kind experience. Each camper will... | Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation | 07/29/13-
08/02/13 | Newtown Square |
| Wilmington City Gardens People’s Choice Tour hosted by TheDCH | Delaware Center for Horticulture | 06/15/13-
06/16/13 | Wilmington |
30th Annual Demuth Garden TourPresented by Demuth Museum at Demuth Museum June 8-June 9, 2013 The Demuth Museum's largest annual fundraiser celebrates its 30th anniversary this year! This self-guided "House & Garden Tour" will give you access to exclusive Lancaster residences in historic downtown and charming Lancaster neighborhoods, offering a variety of creative urban gardens, distinctive architecture and interior design. The Demuth Museum and Garden as well as the historic and beautiful Conestoga House Gardens will complete your tour of notable Lancaster gardens. | Demuth Museum | 06/08/13-
06/09/13 | Lancaster |
Daytime Historic Site ToursPresented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site April 6, 2009 - Ongoing Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site was once the most famous and expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of crumbling cellblocks and empty guard towers. Tours today include the cellblocks, solitary punishment cells, Al Capone's Cell, and Death Row. Admission includes “The Voices of Eastern State” Audio Tour narrated by actor Steve Buscemi.
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Ongoing | Philadelphia |
Hands-On HistoryPresented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site May 23, 2011 - Ongoing New for 2011, Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site literally hands visitors the keys to the cellblocks with new Hands-On History interactive experiences. These short demonstrations take place throughout the penitentiary complex, each lasting five minutes or less. An expert Eastern State tour guide leads each activity, although visitors do the bulk of the physical activities themselves. These interactive experiences run throughout the day and change monthly so be sure to check our website... | Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site | 05/23/11-
Ongoing | Philadelphia |
Prison Food Weekend at Eastern State PenitentiaryPresented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site June 8-June 9, 2013 What did prisoners eat nearly 200 years ago? What do prisoners eat today?
Visitors to Eastern State Penitentiary will sample meals served to prisoners from three periods in the prison’s history, including “Indian Mush” from the 1830s and Neutraloaf, a “food product” that is still issued as punishment in many prison systems today.
Also on view will be sample menus, archival photographs, prison reports, and firsthand accounts of the... | Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site | 06/08/13-
06/09/13 | Philadelphia |
Family Weekend 2013: Pets in PrisonPresented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site June 22-June 23, 2013 Some furry (and some creepy-crawly) creatures once lived behind Eastern State Penitentiary's walls. Some prisoners kept pets in solitary confinement, and a colony of feral cats occupied the property when the prison was abandoned. Officers once patrolled the grounds on horseback, and kept German Shepherds for security.
Families will discover unique stories about animals all weekend long! Kids will learn more about Eastern State Penitentiary’s most famous four-legged... | Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site | 06/22/13-
06/23/13 | Philadelphia |
Upstairs Downstairs: Tour focusing on Women in Victorian AmericaPresented by Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion at Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion May 3-December 6, 2013 Visit the Mansion on the first Friday evenings monthly at 7 pm for a glass of champagne and "Upstairs Downstairs," a new interpretive tour delineating the challenges and enjoyments of Victorian women across all socio-economic levels. Guests will be greeted at the door by a Victorian maid who will conduct the below stairs tour. Upstairs, the lady of the house will guide visitors. Each guest will receive a unique pin and an informational card of a Victorian woman, with which to... | Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion | 05/03/13-
12/06/13 | Philadelphia |
Changing Scenes: Points of View in Contemporary Media ArtPresented by Fabric Workshop and Museum at Fabric Workshop and Museum April 5-June 23, 2013 Changing Scenes: Points of View in Contemporary Media Art
John G. Hanhardt, Guest Curator
Exhibition: 5 April—Summer 2013
Opening Reception: Friday, April 5, 6:00–8:00 pm
Members Preview: Gallery talk by John G. Hanhardt at 5:30 pm
Changing Scenes: Points of View in Contemporary Media Art draws from a long history of independent film, video, and... | Fabric Workshop and Museum | 04/05/13-
06/23/13 | Philadelphia |
| Intimate Henry Tour | Fonthill Castle | 02/04/13-
05/25/13 | Doylestown |
Intimate Henry Mercer TourPresented by Fonthill Castle at Fonthill Castle Museum April 1-May 27, 2013 This special tour looks at the private side of tile maker, Henry Mercer and life inside his castle home in Doylestown. | Fonthill Castle | 04/01/13-
05/27/13 | Doylestown |
Tower Tour for FamiliesPresented by Fonthill Castle at Fonthill Castle Museum April 6-August 3, 2013 Children and adults explore Henry Mercer’s castle from basement to tower and learn about Mercer’s creative ideas through stories and prints. Children must be 6 or older and able to climb the steep stairs. | Fonthill Castle | 04/06/13-
08/03/13 | Doylestown |
Twilight ToursPresented by Friends of Independence National Historical Park at Independence Visitor Center June 14-September 2, 2013 Twilight Tours are a great summertime tradition in Philadelphia for visitors and locals alike. The tours offer fun, informative information on the events that occurred here, the people who lived here and the tall-tales that started here. Great for all ages, this free walking tour gives participants a lot more than they paid for!
WHAT: Twilight Tour, free walking tour of Independence National Historical Park
WHERE: Independence Visitor Center, Park Ranger Desk(Corner of 6th and... | Friends of Independence National Historical Park | 06/14/13-
09/02/13 | Philadelphia |
Wanamaker Grand Court Organ DayPresented by Friends of the Wanamaker Organ at The Wanamaker Building June 29, 2013 Join us on Saturday, June 29, 2013 from 10:00am-6:00pm for our annual open house and music festival in the Grand Court - featuring special concerts, events, displays, tours, and more!
For more information, please visit www.wanamakerorgan.com. | Friends of the Wanamaker Organ | 06/29/13 | Philadelphia |
Ghost Tour of Philadelphia by CandlelightPresented by Ghost Tours of Philadelphia at Signers Garden April 1-November 30, 2013 Discover the secrets hidden in the shadows of America's most historic and most haunted city! Join us for a Candlelight Walking Tour along the back streets and secret gardens of Independence Park, Society Hill, and Old City, where mysterious tales of ghostly spirits, haunted houses and eerie graveyards lurk in the night! Ghost Hunting Tours and Haunted Trolley Tours are also available. | Ghost Tours of Philadelphia | 04/01/13-
11/30/13 | Philadelphia |
GlobalPhillyâ„¢2013Presented by Global Philadelphia Association September 15-October 31, 2013 GlobalPhilly™2013 will consist of a wide array of global, international, and multicultural events and activities sponsored by Global Philadelphia Association’s 90-plus members, shining a spotlight on the many international dimensions of the Greater Philadelphia area. It will run from September 15-October 31, 2013. | Global Philadelphia Association | 09/15/13-
10/31/13 | |
Vampires, Sex, Ghosts!...and So Much More!Presented by Grim Philly Twilight Tours at Independence Visitor Center April 6, 2012-November 27, 2022 Voted best in Philadelphia.
With an eclectic array of sites and frights from dark and deviant sexcapades to torture, mass burials and execution, to vampires, pirates, and ghosts! A solid year of research and development by university professor Joe Wojie results in this high energy, mature audiences night tour. Adventurers are guided past Independence Hall, The Library of Congress and two dozen other sites starting with a core of traditional stories from our founding fathers and... | Grim Philly Twilight Tours | 04/06/12-
11/27/22 | Philadelphia |
Cemetery, Serial Killers, Blood & Beer! Presented by Grim Philly Twilight Tours at Independence Visitor Center April 7, 2012-November 27, 2022 …From the burial ground to the bar! Eat, drink, & be merry!
From ruthless “businessmen” gangsters assassinating one another and shooting up the town in a war to control the city to modern psychopathic killers like the “Corpse Collector,” “Frankfort Slasher,” “Hednik’s House of Horrors,” and H.H. Holmes this is not your typical Liberty Bell tour! And after a fact-packed late afternoon Grim Philly walk, you’ll... | Grim Philly Twilight Tours | 04/07/12-
11/27/22 | Philadelphia |
Hidden City Festival Kick-Off PartyPresented by Hidden City Philadelphia May 26, 2013 Celebrate the opening of the Hidden City Festival 2013 Block Party style @ the Goldtex Building on 12th & Wood Sts! Live music and dance party under the Reading Viaduct.
Entertainment provided by:
Hank & Cupcakes
City Rain
DJ Adrian Hardy
DJ Lina Luv
New Sound Brass Band
Gourmet Food Trucks including:
The Dapper Dog
Spot Burgers
Kami
Hot Tea
Little Baby's Ice Cream
Craft beer sold on site!
All... | Hidden City Philadelphia | 05/26/13 | Philadelphia |
Spend 'Second Saturdays' in Historic GermantownPresented by Historic Germantown: Freedom's Backyard at Germantown May 11-October 12, 2013 The 15 historic sites, located in "Our Nation’s Longest Historic Corridor," invite you to learn, interpret, and celebrate 330 years of fascinating cultural heritage. Setting the standard for collaboration among historic institutions, the member sites of Historic Germantown offer their ‘Second Saturdays’ program when all sites will be open from 12-4pm on the second Saturday of each month, May through October. This program allows visitors to explore several sites... | Historic Germantown: Freedom's Backyard | 05/11/13-
10/12/13 | Philadelphia |
Independence After HoursPresented by Historic Philadelphia Inc. Center at Historic Philadelphia Center April 19-October 26, 2013 Independence After Hours is an evening walking tour visiting some of the landmarks of Philadelphia’s Historic District and bringing history to life right in the place where it happened. Take this one-of-a-kind opportunity to visit inside Independence Hall at night after public hours, experience what those late nights of the summer of 1776 were like for the Founding Fathers. The evening begins with a delicious three-course meal at the Historic City Tavern where Colonial townspeople... | Historic Philadelphia Inc. Center | 04/19/13-
10/26/13 | Philadelphia |
Historic Philadelphia's Living History ToursPresented by Historic Philadelphia Inc. Center and Historic Philadelphia Inc. Center April 18-December 26, 2013 PHILADELPHIA'S LIVING HISTORY TOURS ARE BACK!
Unique tours kick-off this month
Experience Philadelphia's rich history, as it happened, where it happened, with Historic Philadelphia's one-of-a-kind walking tours. Don't miss the exclusive opportunity to step back in time with us. Get your tickets now at www.historicphiladelphia.org
Space is limited!
INDEPENDENCE AFTER HOURS
Your ticket to 1776!
Visit one of America's most famous... | Historic Philadelphia Inc. Center | 04/18/13-
12/26/13 | |
Independence National Historical Park Cell Phone TourPresented by Independence National Historical Park at Independence National Historical Park June 11, 2010 - Ongoing Independence National Historical Park is pleased to announce a new cell phone program. By dialing 267-519-4295 visitors are able to listen 24/7 to the stories the buildings tell. Park Rangers briefly explain the history behind the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Washington Square and the other park buildings. Designed to be user friendly and flexible, visitors may access the stops in any order or go in sequence for a tour of the park. Small signs are posted around the park with the numbers... | Independence National Historical Park | 06/11/10-
Ongoing | Philadelphia |
Audio Walk TourPresented by Independence Visitor Center at Independence Visitor Center November 1, 2011 - Ongoing Hear the spirit of history come alive with a 74-minute narration, self-guided and leisurely walking tour of historic Philadelphia. This easily navigated audio tour is available for rent at the Independence Visitor Center. The tour includes an mp3 player and a detailed map that includes 20 important historic sites and 64 narrated segments. | Independence Visitor Center | 11/01/11-
Ongoing | Philadelphia |
Free TourPresented by Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) at Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) May 5-June 16, 2013 Visit ICA on select Sundays this spring for FREE TOURS by Penn graduate students.
Both MFA and PhD candidates bring their insights and perspectives to the work on view.
No need to schedule, just stop by ICA between 2-5PM on the following select Sundays:
May 5: Iggy Cortez
May 19: Iggy Cortez and Marijana Rayl
June 2: Marijana Rayl
June 16: Marijana Rayl | Institute of Contemporary Art (ICA) | 05/05/13-
06/16/13 | Philadelphia |
Studio Tour: Alan GoldsteinPresented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown May 31, 2013 Bucks County Artists Studio Visits: Join us on a visit to the studios of 3 artists featured in the Creative Hand exhibition. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to visit these private studios, view a demonstration and participate in a lively discussion with these nationally recognized artists about how they make their art. Advance registration is required. Transportation is on your own. Directions are provided to registrants in advance of the tour.
Alan Goldstein... | James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown | 05/31/13 | Doylestown |
Chef Joseph Poon's Wok 'n' Walk Tour of ChinatownPresented by Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen at Chinatown January 30, 2009 - Ongoing Join Chef Joseph Poon for an insider's tour of this vibrant community and learn about the history, culture and food of Chinatown. Chef Joseph Poon's team serves a full lunch or dinner. Your visit includes a Tai Chi demonstration, a Chinese vegetable carving lesson and walking tour of the chef's community including stops at a fortune cookie factory, Chinese herbal medicine shop, Chinese place of worship, a Chinese bakery, Asian grocery store, fish market and more. (Stops vary depending upon... | Joseph Poon Chef Kitchen | 01/30/09-
Ongoing | Philadelphia |
Kimmel Center Building and Theater Tours
Avg. Event Rating(4.8 Stars): Presented by Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts May 26, 2009 - Ongoing Avg. Event Rating (4.8 Stars): During this tour you will find out the history of the Kimmel Center, learn architectural and construction highlights, as well as visit the Commonwealth Plaza, Perelman Theater, Verizon Hall, Merck Arts Education Center and the Dorrance H. Hamilton Garden. This tour is approximately one hour in duration. Call ahead to schedule your tour. | Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts | 05/26/09-
Ongoing | Philadelphia |
| CAA - Kimmel Center Building and Theater Tours | Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts | 05/01/13-
05/31/13 | Philadelphia |
Laurel Hill Cemetery North Cell Phone TourPresented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery June 11, 2010 - Ongoing Visitors to Laurel Hill can now bring their cell phones and tune into an audio tour that highlights the oldest section of the Cemetery. The only cost associated with this tour is the minutes for your specific cell phone plan. An introductory exhibit, kiosk with maps, directions for dialing in, and the first stop are all located at the main entrance. You are invited to visit as many stops in whatever order you please to hear some of the stories of those now resting peacefully at the... | Laurel Hill Cemetery | 06/11/10-
Ongoing | Philadelphia |
Lunar Stroll: Photographing Laurel Hill After HoursPresented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery May 17-August 23, 2013 Photo enthusiasts: grab your cameras, tripods and flashlights, and capture the ethereal wonders of Laurel Hill Cemetery after the sun goes down. During this guided stroll through the site’s picturesque landscape, participants will visit some of its most photogenic spots and evocative statuary, while learning to paint with light using only a flashlight and ambient iridescence. You will be over the moon with excitement once you see your unique images! You will also have experiences to... | Laurel Hill Cemetery | 05/17/13-
08/23/13 | Philadelphia |
All Dressed Up and No Place to Go: The Movers and Shakers of Old PhiladelphiaPresented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery June 20, 2013 While the movers and shakers of Laurel Hill Cemetery have neither moved nor shook for the better part of a century, their stories of power, influence and tremendous wealth still provide captivating fodder for a novel, soap opera or cemetery tour! Learn how the politicos and industrialists of Philadelphia’s yesteryear used their positions, for better or for worse, to shape and reshape the city in this summer evening walking tour of Laurel Hill Cemetery. The program will be followed by a... | Laurel Hill Cemetery | 06/20/13 | Philadelphia |
Lunar Stroll: Photographing Laurel Hill After HoursPresented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery June 21, 2013 Photo enthusiasts: grab your cameras, tripods and flashlights, and capture the ethereal wonders of Laurel Hill Cemetery after the sun goes down. During this guided stroll through the site’s picturesque landscape, participants will visit some of its most photogenic spots and evocative statuary, while learning to paint with light using only a flashlight and ambient iridescence. You will be over the moon with excitement once you see your unique images! You will also have experiences to... | Laurel Hill Cemetery | 06/21/13 | Philadelphia |
Ghosts Among Our Graves: Workshop and Ghost Hunt Presented by Free Spirit ParanormalPresented by Laurel Hill Cemetery at Laurel Hill Cemetery June 29, 2013 Is there anything on the other side? What becomes of our life energy after we die? Professional ghost hunters, Free Spirit Paranormal Investigators, have conducted numerous investigations of historic Laurel Hill Cemetery in search of answers to these questions. Join FSPI for this unique workshop, as they reveal the findings of their investigations, and discuss some of the basics in the field of ghost hunting, including types of hauntings; equipment and debunking; EMFs (electromagnetic... | Laurel Hill Cemetery | 06/29/13 | Philadelphia |
Fruit Picking and Growing Tour with Let's Go OutdoorsPresented by Let's Go Outdoors June 22, 2013 Trip: Fruit Picking and Growing Tour
Destination: Highland Orchards
Time: 9:00 AM, Depart from meeting location
2:00 PM, Depart Highland Orchards
3:00 PM, Estimated return to meeting location
Cost: $40/non-member, $25/members
Details:
Various berries and other fruit should be plentiful when we travel on a fruit-picking expedition to the orchards of West Chester, PA. We will enjoy an interactive tour along the orchards' grounds as... | Let's Go Outdoors | 06/22/13 | West Chester |
An Exculisve look at the conversion of the St. Palmer Theological SeminaryPresented by Lower Merion Conservancy at Palmer Theological Seminary June 9, 2013 Illustrated lecture and tour of chapel includes a wine-and-cheese reception
The recent move of Palmer Theological Seminary to King of Prussia created the opportunity to do something special with a historic structure. On the brink of implementation, visit this special historic structure as construction begins to convert this sacred place to apartments. Bob Powers, President of Powers and Company and
David Blumenfeld from Cross Properties will share the story and challenges of... | Lower Merion Conservancy | 06/09/13 | Wynnewood |
Behind the Gates of St. Charles BorromeoPresented by Lower Merion Conservancy June 20, 2013 Welcome and guided tour includes a wine-and-cheese reception
The beautiful St. Charles Borromeo Seminary sits bounded by residential neighborhoods and bustling Avenues anchoring the eastern edge of Lower Merion. We are invited inside for one special evening—to learn the history of this campus, hear more about the future and experience firsthand the peaceful inspiration fostered by its architecture. Meet the Seminary’s staff who will tell us about the Seminary’s... | Lower Merion Conservancy | 06/20/13 | Wynnewood |
Civil War Doylestown Walking TourPresented by Mercer Museum at Mercer Museum August 23, 2013 Step back in time and enjoy an evening stroll through Doylestown’s Civil War Era history on this family-friendly walking tour of local sites and architectural treasures. Reservations required. | Mercer Museum | 08/23/13 | Doylestown |
Open House and Registration at Merge Dance StudioPresented by Merge Dance Studio at Merge Dance Studio June 22, 2013 Merge Dance Studio will be holding two open houses to allow everyone to come in to see their space, learn more about their classes, and to register for their summer and/or fall sessions. The open houses will be on Thursday, June 13, 2013 from 5:00-8:00pm and Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 3:00-5:00pm. Merge Dance Studio provides professional dance and fitness instruction for all ages and skill levels in the Manayunk area of Philadelphia, PA. Weekly classes are offered in mommy/daddy & me,... | Merge Dance Studio | 06/22/13 | Philadelphia |
Open House and Registration at Merge Dance StudioPresented by Merge Dance Studio at Merge Dance Studio June 13, 2013 Merge Dance Studio will be holding two open houses to allow everyone to come in to see their space, learn more about their classes, and to register for their summer and/or fall sessions. The open houses will be on Thursday, June 13, 2013 from 5:00-8:00pm and Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 3:00-5:00pm. Merge Dance Studio provides professional dance and fitness instruction for all ages and skill levels in the Manayunk area of Philadelphia, PA. Weekly classes are offered in mommy/daddy & me,... | Merge Dance Studio | 06/13/13 | Philadelphia |
BirdingPresented by Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania at Peace Valley Nature Center June 9, 2013 Beginning and experienced birders are welcome on a birding adventure to Peace Valley Nature Center in nearby Doylestown. A great place to go birding, Peace Valley has as its centerpiece beautiful Lake Galena and offers trails that wind through varied habitats including woods and meadows. More than 250 species of birds have been sighted at Peace Valley, including cardinals, woodpeckers, finches, titmice, sparrows, as well as osprey, cormorants, kingfishers, and a variety of ducks. Ruth will... | Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania | 06/09/13 | Doylestown |
Wild Urban Plants of the Northeast Presented by Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania June 15, 2013 Ken LeRoy, Certified Arborist Representative, John B. Ward Tree Experts
Join us for this plant hunting adventure with horticulturist Ken LeRoy to see some of the plants that spontaneously grow in urban and suburban areas. Tough growing conditions in our cities and towns may seem unwelcoming to vegetation; however, there are many plants that manage to grow in sidewalk cracks and roadside meridians, flourish along chain link fences and railroad tracks, and line the banks of... | Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania | 06/15/13 | Philadelphia |
Mural Arts Trolley ToursPresented by Mural Arts Program at Gallery at Market East April 6-November 30, 2013 Experienced guides lead participants through Philadelphia’s diverse neighborhoods providing an “off the beaten path,” behind-the-scenes look at some of the city’s renowned murals. A mural tour is a can’t-miss uniquely Philadelphia experience.
Routes vary by week and include one special tour each month. Please check muralarts.org for regular updates. | Mural Arts Program | 04/06/13-
11/30/13 | Philadelphia |
Sculptures and Mural TourPresented by Mural Arts Program at Sister Cities Park May 4-October 26, 2013 Philadelphia is recognized internationally as the World’s Largest Outdoor Art Gallery due to its vast collection of outdoor sculptures and murals.
Presented by the City of Philadelphia Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy and the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program, the Sculptures and Murals tour starts at Sister Cities Park and takes guests for a walk around the Avenue of the Arts, City Hall, through Love Park, and along the Benjamin Franklin... | Mural Arts Program | 05/04/13-
10/26/13 | Philadelphia |
Father's Day Mural Arts TourPresented by Mural Arts Program at Gallery at Market East June 15, 2013 Treat Dad to a special Mural Arts Sports Tour in honor of Father's Day, The two hour trolley tour showcases great sports legends and traditions, and includes famed murals of Jackie Robinson, Dr. J, Wilt Chamberlain, and the Blue Horizon boxing arena. A trained guide shares the back stories about the murals and Philadelphia's sports history. | Mural Arts Program | 06/15/13 | Philadelphia |
Love Letter Mural ToursPresented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at Gallery at Market East March 20, 2010 - Ongoing A collaboration with internationally-renowned artist Stephen Powers, Love Letter is a series of over 50 rooftop murals and street-level signs in and around the Market Street corridor in West Philadelphia, spanning from 46th Street through 63rd Street created during the summer of 2009. On this weekly tour, take a ride on the El train accompanied by a Mural Arts Program tour guide to learn intimate details about the renowned Love Letter project and other murals along the way. Tour... | Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia | 03/20/10-
Ongoing | Philadelphia |
Mural Mile Walking TourPresented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at Gallery at Market East April 6-November 30, 2013 Tour Philadelphia's Mural Mile!
This collection of 15 Center City murals provides an outstanding insight into the Mural Arts Program like never before!
A Mural Arts Program Guide official guide shares details about the mural-making tradition in Philadelphia, sprinkled with intimate stories about each mural. Also discussed are the Mural Arts Program's award-winning art education programs, City landmarks, and the impact of our work. | Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia | 04/06/13-
11/30/13 | Philadelphia |
Mural Mile Walking TourPresented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at Independence Visitor Center June 5-August 30, 2013 This collection of 15 Center City murals provides an outstanding insight into the Mural Arts Program like never before!
A Mural Arts Program Guide official guide shares details about the mural-making tradition in Philadelphia, sprinkled with intimate stories about each mural. Also discussed are the Mural Arts Program's award-winning art education programs, City landmarks, and the impact of our work. | Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia | 06/05/13-
08/30/13 | Philadelphia |
Mural Arts Bike ToursPresented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at Lloyd Hall on Boathouse Row May 11-October 26, 2013 A two-hour tour of Philadelphia's renowned murals by bicycle allows an outstanding opportunity for participants to see and photograph murals up close! A guide and up to 10 participants weave through Philadelphia neighborhoods viewing nearly 20 murals and learning their stories. A can't miss Philadelphia experience!
Tour runs on the 2nd and the 4th Saturday of each month and route varies by week. | Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia | 05/11/13-
10/26/13 | Philadelphia |
Lenfest Center at ChesLen Preserve Community DayPresented by Natural Lands Trust June 16, 2013 Celebrate the Lenfest Center at ChesLen Preserve’s first day open to the public with building tours, preserve walks, refreshments, and activities for the whole family!
This event is free and pre-registration is not necessary. Drop by anytime between 1:00-4:00 PM!
Lenfest Center Community Day is part of a weekend-long celebration of the completion of the facility and philanthropists Gerry and Marguerite Lenfest, whose generosity made the facility possible. An evening of... | Natural Lands Trust | 06/16/13 | Unionville |
