Visual Arts
The first-ever ‘selfie’ happened right here in Philadelphia
Nearly 200 years ago, a Philadelphian turned the lens on himself. This Saturday, Franklin Square is celebrating with a selfie party.
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Philadelphia’s ‘portal’ is leaving City Hall, searching for a new home
Organizers are looking for a new Philly home for the livestream attraction.
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Mural Arts Philadelphia’s new leader is Emily Mello, succeeding Jane Golden
Mello has been an arts education leader at several museums. This will be her first job in Philadelphia.
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Listen 1:16Here’s how Philly street artists are embracing LeBron James
New murals, billboards and merchandise celebrating the NBA legend are already here.
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This two-night community event narrated the stories of the Italian Market’s immigrant workers through public art, colorful light boxes and guided tours.
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Philadelphia’s Photo Lounge shows what summer looked like before Instagram
Over 60 customers submitted family vacation snaps to “That Summer Feeling” from 1931 – 2010.
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Listen 2:23People seeing summer blockbusters like “The Odyssey” or the new Spider-Man film question if loud theater sounds are causing hearing damage.
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Listen 1:37La Delaware Community Foundation otorgó $650,000 a 39 proyectos de apoyo a las comunidades hispanas, incluida la ampliación de la programación en español.
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Philadelphia Magic Gardens has Halloween in August with a Dia de los Muertos tribute to Isaiah Zagar
An exhibition of Dia de los Muertos cartonería figures by Mexican artist Ivette Chaires pays homage to the late creator of the Magic Gardens.
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Listen 1:22Why are “granny hobbies” having a moment?
A whole new generation seems to be trading screens for binoculars and knitting needles. What’s behind the trend?
Air Date: July 30, 2026 12:00 pm
Listen 51:15Street artists in Bella Vista are trolling a guy named Joel. Here’s why
Artists plaster stickers on poles and signs. Joel Palmer paints over them with green paint. The artists return with more stickers. Will the cycle ever end?
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This Philadelphia Museum of Art exhibit shows the business of craft launched in Philly 150 years ago
“Workshop of the World” shows of the Centennial Expo kickstarted the region’s industrial craft legacy.
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Listen 1:20The Delaware Community Foundation awarded $650,000 to 39 projects supporting Hispanic communities, including the Delaware Art Museum's expanding Spanish-language programming.
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Listen 1:25Tiny art draws big crowds at Queen Village’s Mini Mini Art Show
The free show, featuring tiny paintings, origami and sculptures, runs through Aug. 2 at vintage store At My House.
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As the workshop and museum nears its 50th anniversary, its paid high school program continues teaching teens teamwork and creative expression.
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