Events
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Clay World (Ages 8-10)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 23-July 27, 2012 Are you a budding rock star or fashionista? In this class students will learn the basics of the photo silkscreen process to design and print your own T-shirt designs and/or posters.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/23/12 -
07/27/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Clay World (Ages 5-7)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 30-August 3, 2012 Working with clay, students will enjoy learning how to use pinch, slab and coil techniques to build both containers and creatures.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Paint Splash and Doodle (Ages 5-7)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 30-August 3, 2012 Make your mark at Fleisher in a BIG way! Students will learn the steps and traditions of mural painting with consideration for current trends in street art. We will design and paint a brand new mural in the Fleisher parking lot for all to see. Come ready to paint and spend some time outdoors.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Darkroom Experiment Studio (9-12)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 30-August 3, 2012 What are photograms, cyanotypes, pinhole cameras, and liquid light? Find out in the Darkroom Experimental Studio where students will experiment with exposure, light and traditional film development. Explore many ways to make photographs without a traditional camera. Some of these processes are over 1,000 years old!
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Fiber Arts (Ages 8-10)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 30-August 3, 2012 Use your hands to create finger puppets, stuffed animals, yarn paintings and much more. Students will create projects that mix fiber and fabric into fun projects in this hands-on workshop.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Abstract to Observation - Painting (Ages 11-13)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 30-August 3, 2012 Free up your drawing style by working in tones and shades. Learn to create volumetric forms and compositions. Develop expressive and personal style through painting to music, working abstractly as well as from observation. Create final compositions with both watercolor and acrylic paint, either drawing from still life or your imagination.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Dragon Dwellings (For ages 5-7)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 30-August 3, 2012 Students will learn about dragon legends across time and cultures, and have the opportunity to invent and create their own magical dragon with special powers! Students will create a 3-D habitat for their dragon using a variety of recycled and mixed materials. Focus will be on imagination, creative construction, and having fun!
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Collections (For ages 7-9)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 30-August 3, 2012 In this workshop, young people will transform their collections into artwork. From both existing and new collections, young people will create sculptural exhibition pieces that combine their own collection of objects together into one. New collections will challenge the young artists to be inspired by color, shape and elements of art and design. No matter what your collection is, bring it in and work from your own inspiration and extend these objects and preserve it for a lifetime. Students...
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, Philadelphia |
Drawing and Painting (8-10)
Presented by Fleisher Art Memorial at Fleisher Art Memorial July 30-August 3, 2012 Experiment with drawing and painting materials, explore a variety of 2-D art genres and styles, and learn to think and see like an artist! Students will be introduced to the elements and principles of art and design and will take inspiration for projects from contemporary and historical art examples.
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Fleisher Art Memorial |
07/30/12 -
08/03/12 |
Fleisher Art Memorial, 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...
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Franklin Square |
03/29/12 -
09/30/12 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Founding Father's Day Fitness Stroll: Saving National Treasures Step by Step
Presented by Friends of Independence National Historical Park at National Constitution Center June 17, 2012 Come join the 5K stroll across the Benjamin Franklin Bridge for the first-ever Founding Father’s Day Stroll. Meet our Founding Father, Thomas Jefferson, learn about his love of exercise, and take your picture with him. Bring your cameras to preserve your incredible experience just as you are helping to preserve our National Treasures with every step you take.
The entire walk is 3.35 miles if you cross all the way to New Jersey and back. For those who are interested in a...
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Friends of Independence National Historical Park |
06/17/12 |
National Constitution Center, 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...
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Friends of Independence National Historical Park |
06/15/12 -
09/03/12 |
Signers Garden, 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 |
The Magic of David Smith
Presented by Grasso's Magic Theatre at Grasso's Magic Theatre May 27, 2012 David Smith is a professional juggler and sideshow performer. He has appeared on Last Call with Carson Daly and was a semi-finalist on America's Got Talent. He has written, directed and starred in several shows for the Philadelphia Fringe Festival. He recently performed in Caesar’s Palace of Fun at the Walnut Street Theatre.
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Grasso's Magic Theatre |
05/27/12 |
Grasso's Magic Theatre, 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...
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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
09/29/10 -
Ongoing |
Historic Philadelphia Center, Philadelphia |
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Franklin Square's 6th Birthday Party
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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
07/31/12 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
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WAWA Welcome America - Go 4th and Learn in Franklin Square
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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
06/25/12 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
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Independence Day Family Fun
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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
07/04/12 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Franklin Square Memorial Day Celebration
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Franklin Square May 25-May 28, 2012 You're invited to kick off the summer season with free activities for the whole family.
Fun family entertainment and a beautiful park are just steps away from the Liberty Bell, in one of William Penn’s original five squares.
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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
05/25/12 -
05/28/12 |
Franklin Square, Philadelphia |
Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches
Presented by Historic Philadelphia, Inc. at Historic Philadelphia Center May 26-May 28, 2012 Eleven one-of-a-kind award-winning Once Upon A Nation Storytelling Benches are scattered all over Philadelphia’s Historic District, telling riveting stories of our nation’s history in the places where they actually happened. Specially-trained, uniformed storytellers delight and entertain with free, short 5-minute stories while sharing the secrets of Philadelphia’s and America’s history.
Children can pick up a Story Flag at any storytelling bench, then...
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Historic Philadelphia, Inc. |
05/26/12 -
05/28/12 |
Historic Philadelphia Center, Philadelphia |
20th Annual Islamic Heritage Festival & Parade
Presented by ICPIC New Africa Center at Great Plaza at Penn's Landing June 9, 2012 The 20th Annual Islamic Heritage Festival & Parade weekend promises to be larger and more diverse than ever. The Islamic Heritage Festival is the largest Muslim festival in the country and is one of the largest multi-ethnic festival held at Penns landing each year. Over 5,000 people are expected to attend. This family friendly festival is free and open to public.
The weekend will begin Friday at 1 pm, with Salatul Jumah (the Muslim congregational prayer service)...
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ICPIC New Africa Center |
06/09/12 |
Great Plaza at Penn's Landing, 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...
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Independence Seaport Museum |
07/09/12 -
08/17/12 |
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...
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Independence Seaport Museum |
03/16/12 -
12/31/12 |
Independence Seaport Museum, 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.
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Independence Seaport Museum |
04/13/12 -
04/14/13 |
Independence Seaport Museum, 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...
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Independence Visitor Center |
05/26/12 -
09/01/12 |
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia |
Teen Summer Arts Camp
Presented by Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts June 18-July 27, 2012 The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts hosts four music camps for teens. Choral/Vocal (June 18th-29th) Pipe Organ (July 1st-13th), Jazz (July 16th-27th )and Chamber Music (July 16th-27th).
Students study with world renowned teaching artists. All accepted students are given free tuition scholarships. Acceptance to the camp is gained by submitting a camp application with a $25 application fee, a written essay, and participating in an audition process.
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Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts |
06/18/12 -
07/27/12 |
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Philadelphia |
Fred J. Cooper Memorial Organ Day
Presented by Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts at Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts - Verizon Hall June 9, 2012 Join the Kimmel Center for their 2nd Annual Organ Day to celebrate the Fred J. Cooper Memorial Pipe Organ! The afternoon features free performances and highlights the breadth of Philly's organ talent. Performances are by members of the American Guild of Organists.
Bring your kids at 11 am for a PNC supported Grow Up Great family organ concert inside Verizon Hall.
Michael Barone of NPR's Pipedreams will join the Kimmel once again to enlighten the audience...
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Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts |
06/09/12 |
Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts - Verizon Hall, 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...
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Kun Yang Lin/Dancers |
01/23/12 -
Ongoing |
CHI Movement Arts Center, Philadelphia |
Summer 2012 Five Week YAW Program
Presented by Moore College of Art & Design at Moore College of Art & Design July 9-August 9, 2012 In Moore's Young Artist Workshop five-week program, a rich variety of courses in the visual arts are offered from the only professional college of art and design in Philadelphia devoted solely to the visual arts. The studio classes are developed for 1st-8th grade students. Each course meets Monday through Thursday for five weeks. Students may choose a morning session from 9 am-Noon and/or an afternoon session from 1-4 pm. Sessions are taught by professional artists and designers, Moore BFA...
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Moore College of Art & Design |
07/09/12 -
08/09/12 |
Moore College of Art & Design, Philadelphia |
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.
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Moore College of Art & Design |
07/13/12 -
08/10/12 |
Moore College of Art & Design, Philadelphia |