Events
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Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center May 26-May 28, 2012 This Memorial Day weekend, the National Constitution Center will celebrate the people and events of our nation’s past. The American flag will be raised each morning during a special ceremony at the Center. Guests are invited to join in this event to learn proper flag raising protocol.
During the special program “Memorials: How a Nation Remembers” at 10 am, Noon and 2 pm, visitors will learn about monuments across the country, including Little Bighorn, the U.S.S.... |
National Constitution Center |
05/26/12 -
05/28/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Have Gags Will Travel: The Life and Times of a New York Cartoonist
Presented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown March 10-May 31, 2012 The Michener Art Museum will take a close look at that path in Have Gags Will Travel: The Life and Times of a New York Cartoonist, on view in the Pfundt Gallery. This exhibit is sponsored by Mary Lou and Andrew Abruzzese, The Pineville Tavern. From The New Yorker to Boys’ Life, from lurid detective magazines to church quarterlies, the “gag” has become such a staple of American life that we rarely notice the skills that go into making them. Sylvia Getsler... |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown |
03/10/12 -
05/31/12 |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown, Doylestown |
NarbArt Guitar Show
Presented by Sweet Mabel at Downtown Narberth May 4-May 31, 2012 A month-long showcase of guitar art (playable and non-playable) by local artists. Look for decorated guitars in store windows throughout downtown Narberth, PA, and come for live music on First Friday, May 4th. Brought to you by Sweet Mabel Gallery and Danny's Guitar Shop. |
Sweet Mabel |
05/04/12 -
05/31/12 |
Downtown Narberth, Narberth |
Senior Art Exhibit at Independence Visitors Center
Presented by Independence Visitor Center at Independence Visitor Center May 1-May 31, 2012 One of the four Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) exhibits to showcase the achievements and creativity of older artists. The public is invited to view the art. The exhibit will be on display for the entire month of May.
Gallery hours: Everyday 8:30am - 7:00pm |
Independence Visitor Center |
05/01/12 -
05/31/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
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Take a Seat! Adirondack Chairs Reinterpreted
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Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania |
05/31/12 |
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia |
Wentworth Gallery presents Jane Seymour
Presented by Wentworth Gallery at King of Prussia Mall June 1, 2012 Wentworth Gallery, one of the nation’s leading fine art retailers, is proud to present an exhibition of art and photography with multi-award-winning actress Jane Seymour and her son Sean Flynn. Seymour will personally present her and her son’s work at a special in-gallery appearance at the Wentworth Gallery in King of Prussia. The exhibition is open to the general public and free of charge. All artwork will be available for acquisition. |
Wentworth Gallery |
06/01/12 |
King of Prussia Mall, King of Prussia |
Watson Adventures’ Murder at the Philadelphia Art Museum Scavenger Hunt
Presented by Watson Adventures at Philadelphia Museum of Art June 2, 2012 Join Watson Adventures on a unique murder mystery scavenger hunt for adults!
A murdered curator has left behind a cryptic trail of clues connected with secrets in works of art at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. As your team gathers answers about the art, you begin to piece together a sordid tale about greed, lust, pride, revenge and treachery, all revolving around the museum’s planned multi-million dollar purchase of a Leonardo Da Vinci. The murder victim knew too... |
Watson Adventures |
06/02/12 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia |
Peddler's Village Fine Arts & Contemporary Crafts Show 2012
Presented by Peddler's Village at Peddler's Village June 2-June 3, 2012 A juried outdoor exhibition featuring a variety of original artwork including paintings, drawings, photographs, sculpture and contemporary crafts. Prizes awarded in three categories: Fine Art, Contemporary Crafts and Photography. Live entertainment and children's activities. |
Peddler's Village |
06/02/12 -
06/03/12 |
Peddler's Village, Lahaska |
Pennypacker Mills Civil War Reunion
Presented by Pennypacker Mills at Pennypacker Mills June 2-June 3, 2012 This is the weekend where one of Montgomery County's most treasured historic sites transforms into a Civil War era encampment and you are invited to live the moment!
Throughout the two-day experience, see hundreds of Civil War reenactors and living historians portray military units and civilian organizations who had vital roles in the war. Lively artillery demonstrations and daily battles punctuate a fascinating look at this moment in our nation's history. On the Civilian Street... |
Pennypacker Mills |
06/02/12 -
06/03/12 |
Pennypacker Mills, Schwenksville |
Ursinus College Annual Student Art Exhibition
Presented by Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art April 18-June 3, 2012 The Student Exhibition 2012 at the Philip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art opens April 18th, with an opening reception from 3-5 pm. The public is welcome. An award ceremony is slated for 4:30 pm in the Main Gallery, with an “afterparty” in the Ritter Art Studio Gallery from 5-7 pm. Refreshments will be supported in part by the Art Exhibitionists.
This annual exhibition showcases the work of art students and majors in the disciplines of painting, drawing, printmaking,... |
Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art |
04/18/12 -
06/03/12 |
Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art, Collegeville |
Montgomery County Artist Subject of Berman Museum Exhibition at Ursinus College
Presented by Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art April 12-June 3, 2012 Harry Bertoia, Four Decades of Drawings, will be on view at the Lenfest Gallery in the Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College through June 3rd. The public is welcome at a reception and Gallery Talk on May 9th at 6 pm in the Museum.
Harry Bertoia, born in Italy in 1915, was a resident of Barto, PA, near Pottstown, where he created his well-known “tonal” sounding sculptures and designed furniture for Knoll, International.
His early studies at the... |
Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art |
04/12/12 -
06/03/12 |
Ursinus College - Berman Museum of Art, Collegeville |
Joseph Holston: Exhibit Walk-Through for Art Students
Presented by African American Museum in Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia June 9, 2012 Printmaker Joseph Holston is known for his carefully crafted black and white etchings, colorful screenprints, and emotive collagraphs featuring jazz musicians, fishermen, church ladies, boatmen, and more. Join Holston as he discusses his varied techniques and artistic perspective during this very special walkthrough of his exhibition, Limited Editions: Joseph Holston Prints, 1974-2010, A Retrospective for student artists from local colleges and universities. (High school students,... |
African American Museum in Philadelphia |
06/09/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
\Cleaning & Mending, Repairing, Extending: The Non-Disposable 18th Century Textile
Presented by Pottsgrove Manor Historic site at Pottsgrove Manor Historic site June 9, 2012 What people often throw out today would have been repaired, refreshed, or reused by their colonial counterparts. Visitors to historic Pottsgrove Manor can see how this was done.
The interactive program “Cleaning & Mending, Repairing, Extending: The Non-Disposable 18th- Century Textile” will feature a variety of living history activities and demonstrations throughout the day. These will include colonial laundry, dyeing, sewing, mending, ironing, and more. |
Pottsgrove Manor Historic site |
06/09/12 |
Pottsgrove Manor Historic site, Pottstown |
Poplar Culture: The Celebration of a Tree
Presented by Wharton Esherick Museum at Historic Yellow Springs May 21-June 10, 2012 The show features the work of more than 40 contemporary woodworkers honoring famed wood artist Wharton Esherick with pieces crafted from a single tulip poplar tree that stood outside the door of Esherick’s Chester County studio.
Works on display vary from large pieces of furniture to small spoons; all are available for purchase during the show. Collectors will have an opportunity to own a piece of the studio’s history by purchasing these works of art. Proceeds from... |
Wharton Esherick Museum |
05/21/12 -
06/10/12 |
Historic Yellow Springs, Chester Springs |
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Greater Norristown Art League 70th Anniversary Exhibition
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Greater Norristown Art League |
05/14/12 -
06/15/12 |
Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell |
Laerenswaert Worth Learning Series: By a Man's Hands: Trades of the Colonial Period
Presented by Peter Wentz Farmstead at Peter Wentz Farmstead June 16, 2012 Bring Dad the day before Father’s Day to learn about a variety of skills performed by craftsmen during the late 18th century. Demonstrations may include wood-working, stone masonry, blacksmithing, and farm work.
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Peter Wentz Farmstead |
06/16/12 |
Peter Wentz Farmstead, Worcester |
Ambler Arts Festival
Presented by Ambler Main Street at Ambler Main Street June 16, 2012 Ambler Main Street is pleased to announce the Ambler Arts Festival, 2012! You’re invited to share in a day filled with art, music, al fresco dining, and shopping in downtown Ambler on Butler Avenue. The Avenue will be closed to allow for artists to fill the streets and for you to spend a relaxing day in the arts and crafts marketplace. The festival will feature a wonderful array of artists including watercolors, oils, sculpture, wood work, jewelry, photography, pottery and much... |
Ambler Main Street |
06/16/12 |
Ambler Main Street, Ambler |
Architectural Masterpieces Fairmount Park Trolley Tour
Presented by Philadelphia Museum of Art at Philadelphia Museum of Art June 17, 2012 Tour Mount Pleasant (1762-65), Lemon Hill (1800), and Memorial Hall ( the site of the U.S. Centennial in 1876). Departing from and returning to the Philadelphia Museum of Art's West Entrance, the tour provides transportation to several sites in Fairmount Park. Knowledgeable and engaging guides will bring the houses and the trolley ride alive with stories of the sites. Tour concludes with light refreshments. Includes admission to the three sites. |
Philadelphia Museum of Art |
06/17/12 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia |
Young Artists Camps
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 18-June 22, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
Fantasy Illustration Camp (June 18 - 22) : Create characters from your imagination, tell a story and then illustrate your own book to take home.
2D... |
Abington Art Center |
06/18/12 -
06/22/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Fantasy Illustration - Young Artists Camp
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center June 18-June 22, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
Fantasy Illustration Camp:
Create characters from your imagination, tell a story and then illustrate your own book to take home.
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Abington Art Center |
06/18/12 -
06/22/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Fashion Design 1 Ages 10-15
Presented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown June 18-June 22, 2012 Learn what it takes to become a fashion illustrator, including the creation of rough sketches, proportional figure drawing, gesture drawing, color theory, textile design, to a fully executed fashion line. Students will also create several unique fashion accessories. Please bring #18 knitting needles and a skein of yarn to the first class. |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown |
06/18/12 -
06/22/12 |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown, Doylestown |
Seeds to Sprouts
Presented by Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania at Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania June 6-June 27, 2012 Explore Nature with Your Senses!
Come for a fun and engaging 4-week program designed for you and your child to explore the wonders of the natural world together! Each week will feature one of the senses: sight, hearing, touch and smell. Classes will include indoor activities along with guided explorations through the Arboretum's beautiful gardens. We will meet rain or shine at the Widener Visitor Center, with indoor facilities available for inclement weather.
For... |
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania |
06/06/12 -
06/27/12 |
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia |
Learning to See: An Introduction
Presented by Violette de Mazia Foundation at Abington Art Center June 12-June 28, 2012 Introduce yourself to the language of the arts, the challenge to the artist, and the important role you the viewer play in the experience. Come away with useful tools for appreciating the arts and learn the direct relationship between art and daily life.
This 6-session introductory class is appropriate for everyone and applies Violette de Mazia Foundation's objective approach to the arts to a variety of themes and topics. |
Violette de Mazia Foundation |
06/12/12 -
06/28/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Colonial Day Camp
Presented by Peter Wentz Farmstead at Peter Wentz Farmstead June 25-June 29, 2012 Students entering fourth through sixth grade in fall 2012 will experience childhood activities and crafts of the colonial period during this hands-on activities camp program. |
Peter Wentz Farmstead |
06/25/12 -
06/29/12 |
Peter Wentz Farmstead, Worcester |
Have Gags Will Travel: The Life and Times of a New York Cartoonist
Presented by James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown at James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown June 1-July 1, 2012 The Michener Art Museum will take a close look at that path in Have Gags Will Travel: The Life and Times of a New York Cartoonist, on view in the Pfundt Gallery. This exhibit is sponsored by Mary Lou and Andrew Abruzzese, The Pineville Tavern. From The New Yorker to Boys’ Life, from lurid detective magazines to church quarterlies, the “gag” has become such a staple of American life that we rarely notice the skills that go into making them. Sylvia Getsler... |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown |
06/01/12 -
07/01/12 |
James A. Michener Art Museum - Doylestown, Doylestown |
July 4th Picnic in the Park
Presented by The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park at Valley Forge National Historical Park July 4, 2012 Celebrate our Nation's birthday at Valley Forge National Historical Park with family fun, games & activities! Meet Thomas Jefferson and sign the Declaration of Indepedence. Learn to march like a soldier and experience musket and cannon demonstrations.
Free event with prizes and raffles, food is available for purchase.
90-minute trolley tours runs at 10 am, Noon, 2 pm and 4 pm, please call for pricing and reservations. |
The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park |
07/04/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
July 4th Picnic in the Park
Presented by The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park at Valley Forge National Historical Park July 4, 2012 Celebrate our nation's birthday at Valley Forge National Historical Park with family fun, games & activities! Meet Thomas Jefferson and sign the Declaration of Indepedence. Learn to march like a soldier and experience musket and cannon demonstrations.
Free event with prizes and raffles, food is available for purchase.
90-minute trolley tours run at 10 am, Noon, 2 pm and 4 pm. Please call for pricing and reservations. |
The Encampment Store at Valley Forge National Historical Park |
07/04/12 |
Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia |
The Large Flowerheads in Concert
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 5, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy great out-door performances from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Join Abington for The Large Flowerheads concert. Concerts at the Manor are co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org. |
Abington Art Center |
07/05/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
2D & 3D Toy Design - Young Artists Camp
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 2-July 6, 2012 Looking for summer activities for your kids? Abington Art Center's young artists camps for children ages 7 to 12 are designed to build artistic skills and techniques in painting, drawing, sculpture and more. Be inspired and have fun while exploring people, places and things all centered around the arts.
2D & 3D Toy Design Camp:
Imagine, draw and create your own three-dimensional toys that are unique and different from any that you would find in the stores.
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Abington Art Center |
07/02/12 -
07/06/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
Commonwealth Classic Theatre
Presented by Abington Art Center at Abington Art Center July 12, 2012 Grab a blanket and bring your family and friends to enjoy a great out-door theater performance from the Sculpture Park’s Susquehanna Bank stage at Abington Art Center this summer! Commonwealth Classic Theatre will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning Our Town by Thornton Wilder. Theater in the Park is co-presented by Abington Art Center and Abington Township Parks & Recreation and sponsored by PECO.
More information is available at abingtonartcenter.org |
Abington Art Center |
07/12/12 |
Abington Art Center, Jenkintown |
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