Museum Tour
Presented by Wharton Esherick Museum at Wharton Esherick Museum
Guided tour through the handcrafted home and studio of Wharton Esherick, the "dean of American craftsmen." This National Historic Landmark for Architecture reflects Esherick's artistic evolution from the Arts and Crafts, through Cubism and German Expressionism, to the Modernist free forms that characterized his later works. The Studio is filed with more than 200 of Esherick's paintings, prints, sculture, furniture and furnishings.
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07/21/09 - Ongoing
$5-$10
610-644-5822 -
Wharton Esherick Museum - 1520 Horse Shoe Trl, Malvern, PA, 19355
Daytime Historic Site Tours
Presented by Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site
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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04/06/09 - Ongoing
$12 (Adult)
$10 (Senior)
$8 (Student, Child (7-12))
Not recommended for children under the age of seven.
- http://www.easternstate.org/
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site - 2027 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19130
WXPN's Free At Noon
Presented by WXPN at World Cafe Live - Philadelphia
Every Friday at noon, WXPN brings live music to the air with the Free At Noon Concert series at World Cafe Live in Philadelphia. From NPR Music and WXPN, hear a live mix of roots rock, folk, country and more every week! Shows are free and open to the public, though registration is required at XPN.org. Registration begins one week in advance of each show (Friday at 1), while XPN members can signup the Thursday before. If you can't make it, the show is broadcast live on-air and on the internet at XPN.org. Made possible by XPN members and Comcast.
Listen to past Free At Noon performances from the likes of Derek Trucks Band, Peter Bjorn & John, Marianne Faithfull, Indigo Girls & Shemekia Copeland, Dr. Dog, Adele, John Legend, Calexico, Rachael Yamagata, Donavon Frankenreiter, Joseph Arthur, The Duke Spirit, and many more at NPR Music's archives.
04/27/09 - Ongoing
FREE!!
- http://xpn.org/concerts-events/free-at-noon
World Cafe Live - Philadelphia - 3025 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19104
Jazz Open Mic
Presented by MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore at MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore
Come out to Jazz Open Mic night, hosted by the legendary pianist Mike Frank. Bring your instrument and desire to jam -- or just your self and your desire to listen to some of the coolest young and old talent from Philadelphia's storied jazz scene. This night has grown into a very important night at MilkBoy where jazz musicians connect.
05/04/09 - Ongoing
FREE!
- http://www.milkboycoffee.com
MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore - 2 E. Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA, 19003
Open Mic Night
Presented by MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore at MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore
Sign-ups begin at 6 pm. The number of performers is limited to 15 people. Each performer has the chance to do 2 songs. This format allows performers to stretch out and try some new material, and emerging artists can do just that, emerge! After the list is finished there's usually time for some 'quick hits' where artists can do one tune. Solo performers and acoustic duos or trios of any style are welcome, as well as poets and a cappella acts.
05/05/09 - Ongoing
FREE!
- http://www.milkboycoffee.com
MilkBoy Coffee - Ardmore - 2 E. Lancaster Avenue, Ardmore, PA, 19003
Tree Adventure
Presented by Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania
Tree Adventure explores the relationship between plants and people with its central theme: we need trees, and trees need us. The iconic centerpiece of the exhibit is Out on a Limb, a dramatic new 450-foot long walkway that will soar 50 feet above the forest. Armed with a Passport to Adventure, visitors can also travel the expanse of the Arboretum’s 92-acre garden to learn the critical role trees play in our environment while having fun engaging with trees. The exhibit will be a fully accessible, fascinating learning experience for both children and adults.
07/04/09 - Ongoing
Free with admission.
- http://www.morrisarboretum.org
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania - 100 E. Northwestern Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19118
Pay-What-You-Wish Sundays at Philadelphia Museum of Art
Presented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art - Eakins Oval
The first Sunday of each month, admission is Pay-What-You-Wish at the Philadelphia Museum of Art!
08/26/10 - Ongoing
Pay-What-You-Wish!
- http://www.philamuseum.org/visit/12-270.html
Philadelphia Museum of Art - Eakins Oval - Eakins Oval, Philadelphia, PA, 19130