Events
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Organization |
Dates |
Location |
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Pay-What-You-Wish Sundays at Philadelphia Museum of Art
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Philadelphia Museum of Art |
08/26/10 -
Ongoing |
Philadelphia Museum of Art - Eakins Oval, Philadelphia |
Liberty 360
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Historic Philadelphia Center September 29, 2010 - Ongoing This amazing, emotional, visual and audio film adventure celebrates the iconic symbols which have shaped the history of America and are still significant in the hearts and daily lives of its people. This brand new attraction, a 360-degree, 3-D show designed by David Niles and produced by the Nile Creative Group, is unlike anything that has ever been seen before. Liberty 360 escorts the audience on a journey of discovery and exploration of America's most beloved symbols, led by Philadelphia... |
Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
09/29/10 -
Ongoing |
Historic Philadelphia Center, Philadelphia |
ComedySportz for Kids
Presented by ComedySportz at Playground at the Adrienne July 1, 2011 - Ongoing There is no greater sound than the laughter of a child.
Now multiply that by 100!
ComedySportz Philadelphia presents COMEDYSPORTZ FOR KIDS
ComedySportz For Kids is a fun-sized version of our long-running comedy show only shorter, sillier and kiddy-er. Three ComedySportz players and a Ref play games competing for your children’s laughter.
It’s fast, clean and smart, perfect for young kids and their handlers. And just to make sure it’s really... |
ComedySportz |
07/01/11 -
Ongoing |
Playground at the Adrienne, Philadelphia |
Kids' Creative Movement
Presented by Kun Yang Lin/Dancers at CHI Movement Arts Center January 23, 2012 - Ongoing Movement concepts will be explored in a group setting for the first time. Children will have the opportunity to explore and develop their imaginations through dance exercises that promote freedom of expression as well as balance and coordination. There will be a mix of ballet, modern, improvisation, floor and across-the-room exercises, as well as props and costumes.
Marcie Mamura is an artist, educator, and collaborator. Originally from Sioux City, IA, she moved to Philadelphia... |
Kun Yang Lin/Dancers |
01/23/12 -
Ongoing |
CHI Movement Arts Center, Philadelphia |
Titanic Philadelphians Exhibit
Presented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum April 13, 2012-April 14, 2013 Titanic Philadelphians spotlights the personal lives of the Philadelphians directly affected by the ship disaster. The exhibit is told through the accounts and stories of the Philadelphians that sailed on the Titanic during her maiden voyage. At the center of the exhibit is the Titanic first class passenger list, one of only a few copies known to still exist from the ship. |
Independence Seaport Museum |
04/13/12 -
04/14/13 |
Independence Seaport Museum, Philadelphia |
Home of the Brave: The War of 1812 in Art, Story & Song
Presented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum March 16-December 31, 2012 The Home of the Brave exhibit marks the bicentennial of “America’s forgotten war,” the War of 1812. Comprised of objects from the collection of Independence Seaport Museum, as well as loans from the Dietrich American Foundation and other private collectors, the exhibition explores the naval aspect of the War of 1812 through art, material and popular culture, as well as first-hand accounts of participants and on-lookers and interactive cannons that visitors can... |
Independence Seaport Museum |
03/16/12 -
12/31/12 |
Independence Seaport Museum, Philadelphia |
On My Honor: 100 Years of Girl Scouting
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center May 12-December 31, 2012 Many of today’s prominent political leaders, journalists, astronauts, athletes and entertainers – from Secretaries of State Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice to Mariah Carey and Taylor Swift – were once Girl Scouts. In 2012, the Girl Scouts celebrate 100 years of developing girls’ courage, confidence, and character.
On My Honor: 100 Years of Girl Scouting – an exhibition created by the National Constitution Center in partnership with the Girl... |
National Constitution Center |
05/12/12 -
12/31/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Pledge Your Commitment to Freedom – Become a Signer of the 225th Anniversary Constitution
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center April 4-December 31, 2012 On September 17, 1787, our Founding Fathers signed a revolutionary document that, even today, continues to change the world and inspire passionate conversation.
Throughout 2012, the National Constitution Center will serve as the headquarters of a historic milestone: the 225th anniversary of the U.S. Constitution. As part of the celebration, the Center invites all Americans to reaffirm their commitment to freedom by signing a special commemorative 225th anniversary Constitution that... |
National Constitution Center |
04/04/12 -
12/31/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Grasso's Magic Theatre
Presented by Grasso's Magic Theatre at Grasso's Magic Theatre January 1-December 30, 2012 Grasso’s Magic Theatre was the first magic theatre to open its doors in the City of Philadelphia. And, once inside, you will be charmed by the look and the mystique as we take you back in time to the 1920s vaudeville days. You won’t believe your eyes when you see what Joe Grasso has created, making it a one-of-a-kind magical theatre. It is a place that magicians and variety acts all over the country seek out to perform at.
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Grasso's Magic Theatre |
01/01/12 -
12/30/12 |
Grasso's Magic Theatre, Philadelphia |
Family Jams
Presented by Philadelphia's Magic Gardens at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens May 13-December 9, 2012 Join Philadelphia's Magic Gardens every second Sunday for a variety of PMG themed, hands-on workshops and kid-friendly tours. Family Jam workshops begin at noon and end at 4 pm. Kid-friendly tours are about a half hour and begin at 2 pm. Past Family Jams have included book arts projects, poetry workshops, paper mosaics, and tile pin-making.
All Family Jams workshops and activities are FREE with admission. Tours are $3 per person plus admission. Family memberships are available for... |
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens |
05/13/12 -
12/09/12 |
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, Philadelphia |
Sculptures and Murals (SAM) Tour
Presented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at Sister Cities Park May 12-November 24, 2012 Presented by the City of Philadelphia Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy and the Philadelphia Mural Arts Program.
Philadelphia is recognized internationally as the World’s Largest Outdoor Art Gallery due to its vast collection of outdoor sculptures and murals. The Sculptures and Murals Tour takes guests for a walk around the Avenue of the Arts, City Hall, through Love Park, and along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway to view artistic treasures such as Robert... |
Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia |
05/12/12 -
11/24/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
African American Images Trolley Tour
Presented by Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia at African American Museum in Philadelphia April 28-November 24, 2012 The Mural Arts Program presents a compilation of murals that capture the rich African American experience in Philadelphia. The murals honor significant figures W.E.B. DuBois, Harriet Tubman, Jackie Robinson, Dr. J., Malcolm X, and many more.
In addition to the 2-hour guided mural tour, admission to the African American Museum in Philadelphia is included (up to a $37 dollar value)! The mural tour includes audio narration by ?uestlove of the Grammy® Award-winning band The Roots,... |
Mural Arts Program, City of Philadelphia |
04/28/12 -
11/24/12 |
African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia |
Election 2012
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center April 24-November 7, 2012 At the National Constitution Center, the presidential election comes to life for visitors of all ages! Prior to touring the Center’s exhibits, guests are encouraged to stop by Election HQ on the Grand Hall Overlook. Designed with the festive look and feel of a political rally, Election HQ will excite and engage visitors with activities and programs about the ins and outs of the election process. Guests can watch presidential campaign ads, cast a vote for their favorite presidential... |
National Constitution Center |
04/24/12 -
11/07/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
History Sail
Presented by American Sailing Tours at Pier 24 April 22-October 29, 2012 Learn about the Delaware River's contribution to the growth of America's first city. From Swedish settlers of the early 17th century to William Penn's city of neighborhoods, from the American revolution to the industrial revolution, from a shipbuilding center to a major modern shipping port, the Delaware River has long been the lifeblood of Philadelphia. Sail back in time and learn about the people, ships and commerce that built Philadelphia and America. |
American Sailing Tours |
04/22/12 -
10/29/12 |
Pier 24, Philadelphia |
Weekend Neighborhood Walking Tours
Presented by Philadelphia's Magic Gardens at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens April 7-October 28, 2012 Take an hour and a half walk into the alleyways along South Street and Bainbridge to view Isaiah Zagar's glittering creations! Led by a trained Philadelphia's Magic Gardens interpreter, you'll learn detailed information about Zagar's technique along with the personal and community stories depicted in his large, shimmering murals. Walking tour price includes admission to PMG.
Space is limited and drop in availability not guaranteed. Call 215-733-0390 to reserve your spot... |
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens |
04/07/12 -
10/28/12 |
Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, Philadelphia |
Franklin Square
Presented by Franklin Square at Franklin Square March 29-September 30, 2012 Fun family entertainment and a beautiful park are just steps away from the Liberty Bell, in one of William Penn’s original five squares.
Award-winning Franklin Square is an outdoor amusement oasis located in the heart of Historic Philadelphia, featuring Philly Mini Golf, a renovated vintage marble fountain, playgrounds, the Philadelphia Park Liberty Carousel, and the acclaimed SquareBurger, with offerings from STARR Restaurants.
After a day of... |
Franklin Square |
03/29/12 -
09/30/12 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Twilight Tours
Presented by Friends of Independence National Historical Park at Signers Garden June 15-September 3, 2012 The Twilight Tours are free walking tours of Independence National Historical Park. Trained Tour guides will lead you around the park, sharing with you historical facts, interesting stories and a funny joke or two. Each tour guide develops their own tour, so no two tours are the same which means you can take this tour multiple times and never hear the same information twice. This tour is family-friendly so bring the kids and enjoy an evening of walking around Independence National... |
Friends of Independence National Historical Park |
06/15/12 -
09/03/12 |
Signers Garden, Philadelphia |
Breakfast with Ben
Presented by Independence Visitor Center at Independence Visitor Center May 26-September 1, 2012 You're invited to an interactive breakfast and discussion with one of our nation's most influential founding fathers, Ben Franklin. Adults and children alike are able to chat with Ben Franklin, ask questions about his life and work and even pose for pictures. A delicious breakfast is served to Dr. Franklin's guests.
Breakfast with Ben runs from 9- 10:30 am every Saturday morning, from Memorial Day-Labor Day, and is hosted in the Liberty View Ballroom in the Independence Visitor... |
Independence Visitor Center |
05/26/12 -
09/01/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Kids' Kitchen
Presented by Betsy Ross House at Betsy Ross House August 10, 2010-August 31, 2012 How did Betsy Ross and her colonial counterparts cook without all the modern conveniences we take for granted? Find out in this new interactive exhibit sponsored by City Tavern. After you check out the exhibit, head to the City Tavern for some authentic colonial fare and a free tasty treat! |
Betsy Ross House |
08/10/10 -
08/31/12 |
Betsy Ross House, Philadelphia |
$5 After 5 pm at the National Constitution Center
Presented by National Constitution Center at National Constitution Center July 5-August 30, 2012 Join the National Constitution Center every Thursday night for a summer celebration, inspired by the must-see exhibition From Asbury Park to the Promised Land: The Life and Music of Bruce Springsteen! For only $5, visitors can experience the award-winning theater production Freedom Rising (showtimes at 5 pm, 6 pm, and 7 pm); enjoy the Center’s main exhibition The Story of We the People; tour the iconic Signers’ Hall; and enjoy an array of fun family-friendly... |
National Constitution Center |
07/05/12 -
08/30/12 |
National Constitution Center, Philadelphia |
Exploring Nature in Sister Cities Park
Presented by at Sister Cities Park June 5-August 28, 2012 Every Tuesday from June through August, explore nature with staff from the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University as they lead interactive programs exploring the many aspects of nature in Sister Cities Park. Discover the life that inhabits a garden, examine the properties of water, learn why things sink and float, or enjoy a live animal presentation. This program, designed for ages 8 and younger, is an excellent opportunity to get outside and discover the natural world in which we... |
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06/05/12 -
08/28/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
Sister Cities Park Trees in the City
Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 13-August 24, 2012 Join Philadelphia Parks & Recreation’s Tree Philly program staff on Fridays to learn about trees! Over the course of the summer, staff will use games and crafts to teach about the basic parts of the tree, why trees are important to us, and how we take care of our city trees. This program is designed for kids ages 4 to 10.
This program is weather permitting. Schdule subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |
07/13/12 -
08/24/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
Summer Camp: Mozart Meets Mondrian - Music & Art
Presented by Art Center: Fairmount/Queen Village at Queen Village Art Center August 20-August 24, 2012 Your child will beam for weeks about their awesome adventures at art camp while the confidence and creative skills they develop will last a lifetime. Art Center nurtures the whole child and celebrates the creative process! These dynamic summer camps explore theme-based programming in a wide range of 2- and 3-D media balanced with time outside the studios. Adventures include the Philadelphia Museum of Art (Fairmount campers), South Street area galleries (Queen Village campers), art in the... |
Art Center: Fairmount/Queen Village |
08/20/12 -
08/24/12 |
Queen Village Art Center, Phildelphia |
Sister Cities Park Fun, Fitness & Friends
Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 11-August 22, 2012 Join us each Wednesday as we get out and play! We invite kids to become physically active in a fun and friendly environment. Games will be facilitated by trained staff and will be age appropriate, cooperative, and inclusive. The program is designed for ages 5 to 10 and their families.
This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |
07/11/12 -
08/22/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
The World We See: Nature, Poetry & Me at Sister Cities Park
Presented by Philadelphia Parks & Recreation at Sister Cities Park August 20, 2012 We are all connected in some way to Mother Earth and experience nature around us. In this workshop, children ages 6 to 10 will learn how to translate their experiences into words. Children will be encouraged to see the world in new ways and express their experiences through poetry.
This program is weather permitting. Schedule subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks & Recreation |
08/20/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
Seaport Summer Camp
Presented by Independence Seaport Museum at Independence Seaport Museum July 9-August 17, 2012 Themes are:
Titanic Week, July 9th-13th
Pirate Week, July 16th-20th
Time Traveler Week, July 23rd-27th
Explorer Week, July 30th- August 3rd
Crisis Response Week, August 6th-10th
Military Week, August 13th-17th
Age range: Children ages 6-12
Examples of Summer Camp Activities:
Boat rides on the Delaware River
Rowing in boats built by our very own Workshop on the Water
Tours aboard two historic ships, USS... |
Independence Seaport Museum |
07/09/12 -
08/17/12 |
Independence Seaport Museum, Philadelphia |
Story Art at Sister Cities Park
Presented by Philadelphia Parks and Recreation at Sister Cities Park July 9-August 13, 2012 Join us on Monday's throughout the summer as we present a nature-inspired story and craft. This program is designed to connect kids to their environment using the amenities of Sister Cities Park. This program is designed for kids ages 4 to 6 (older and younger siblings are welcome).
This program is weather permitting. All schedules subject to change.
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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation |
07/09/12 -
08/13/12 |
Sister Cities Park, Philadelphia |
Summer Camp: Art in Craft, Craft in Art
Presented by Art Center: Fairmount/Queen Village at Queen Village Art Center August 6-August 10, 2012 Your child will beam for weeks about their awesome adventures at art camp while the confidence and creative skills they develop will last a lifetime. Art Center camps nurture the whole child and celebrate the creative process! These dynamic summer camps explore theme-based programming in a wide range of 2 & 3-D media balanced with time outside the studios. Adventures include the Philadelphia Museum of Art (Fairmount campers), South Street area galleries (Queen Village campers), art in... |
Art Center: Fairmount/Queen Village |
08/06/12 -
08/10/12 |
Queen Village Art Center, Phildelphia |
Summer 2012 Five Fridays YAW Program
Presented by Moore College of Art & Design at Moore College of Art & Design July 13-August 10, 2012 These classes complement the regular YAW curriculum and are designed to provide 1st-8th grade students with the opportunity to explore interests and develop skills in studio classes that meet one day a week for five weeks. Sessions, which include a lunch break, meet each Friday from 9 am-4 pm. |
Moore College of Art & Design |
07/13/12 -
08/10/12 |
Moore College of Art & Design, Philadelphia |
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Summer Camp Program
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Philadelphia Museum of Art |
07/10/12 -
08/10/12 |
Philadelphia Museum of Art, Philadelphia |
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