View Finders
View Finders is a photo and video blog that aims to capture interesting characters, places, events and fleeting moments happening in the Philadelphia region.
You’ll see original visual storytelling, photo essays, and single shots from WHYY photojournalists and local photographers — offering an alternative to the constant avalanche of images streaming online.
View Finders is curated by Emma Lee. If you have a tip, story idea, or would like to contribute to View Finders contact Emma at elee@whyy.org
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Curated by Emma Lee
Recent Articles
Valentines made of trash: classier than you think
An art gallery in Fishtown opens its doors on Valentine’s Day. Scavengers United is presenting “Trashed Hearts," a group show featuring valentines by local artists.
5 years ago
Fairmount Park Greenhouse hosts a tropical getaway to beat the winter blues
Sandcastles, lawn games, local vendors and entertainers at The Greenhouse create a tropical getaway in Philadelphia in the dead of winter.
5 years ago
Racism and censorship major themes at 2020 Hummers Parade in Delaware
The most noticeable difference was the abundance of signs at this year’s parade, some against racism and others against censorship.
5 years ago
Philly fireworks draw thousands to welcome the new year with a bang
The annual fireworks displays at 6 p.m. and midnight draw revelers of all ages to the Philly and Camden waterfronts.
5 years ago
Hundreds reenact George Washington’s daring Christmas Day Delaware River crossing
Thousands came out Wednesday to an annual reenactment of George Washington’s surprise Christmas Day crossing of Delaware River.
5 years ago
This timeline chronicles some of the most compelling photojournalism of 2019, covered by WHYY staff and contributing photographers.
5 years ago
‘Parade of Spirits’ exhibits the shadows of holiday season
The 2019 march celebrated Krampus and folk traditions in Philadelphia with elaborate costumes and noisemakers.
5 years ago
At 100 years, Philly hosts nation’s oldest Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade is celebrating its 100th year. Here's a look back at photos of what began as a promotional event for Gimbels department store.
5 years ago
Philadelphia’s Christ Church preserves historic steeple
Restoration is underway for the Christ Church steeple, one of the last remaining architectural structures from the colonial era in the country.
5 years ago
Celebration of the dead keeps Mexican tradition alive
Colorful costumes, elaborate face painting and traditional Mexican dancing draw crowds to the Penn Museum for the Dia de los Muertos celebration.
5 years ago
Philly native Stephen Talasnik brings his work home for Seaport’s floating art exhibit
An art exhibit floating on the Delaware opens at the Seaport Museum. Philly-born artist Stephen Talasnik returns after 34 years to contribute.
5 years ago
Pine Barrens festival celebrates art and nature in the ‘Middle of Nowhere’
The historic Whitesbog Village in Browns Mills, N.J., on Saturday hosted the second iteration of “Middle of Nowhere,” a music and arts festival.
5 years ago
Eastern State Penitentiary gives away free spooky tattoos on Friday the 13th
People waited in line outside Eastern State Penitentiary in Philadelphia to receive a free Halloween tattoo on Friday the 13th.
5 years ago
At 9/11 remembrance in Old City, a hope for future generations
Representatives from Philly's police, fire and prisons departments gathered in Old City to mark the 18th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks and remember the first responders.
5 years ago
Beekeeping and brewmaking: Get to know the city’s apiary scene at the Philly Honey Festival
The Philadelphia Beekeepers Guild held its first honey festival 10 years ago. Local beekeepers wanted to create a space to make bees more approachable.
5 years ago