May 23, 2013
In conjunction with its new exhibit, Through the Looking Lens: Cornelius Varley’s Wondrous Images of Art And Science, 1800-1860 which showcases the watercolors of Cornelius Varley, a British inventor and artist, the American Philosophical Society Museum hosts Look, Draw, Make: Exhibition Open House on Thursday, June 6. From 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., guests are invited [...]
Read more»May 22, 2013
The American Philosophical Society Museum is known for housing thought‐provoking exhibitions of history, art and science, but rarely have the three disciples harmonized so completely at in its new display of watercolors by British artist/inventor Cornelius Varley. On view through December, Through the Looking Lens: Cornelius Varley’s Wondrous Images of Art and Science, 1800-1860 displays [...]
Read more»May 2, 2013
With so much happening on Philadelphia’s arts and culture scene, we want to make Uwishunu, in conjunction with sister site With Art Philadelphia (which just won a Webby Award!), your one-stop-shop for all that’s happening with local art. Every month, we gather our top art picks, featuring exhibits and events at smaller, alternative galleries and [...]
Read more»March 14, 2013
Philadelphia is a great place to be on a budget. Many of our museums, theaters and historical landmarks often offer discounted tickets and cheap events on certain days. Plus, many of our great attractions are just inexpensive — or free! — to begin with. No matter what your budget is, this list encompasses plenty of [...]
Read more»December 5, 2012
[The holidays in Philadelphia are totally action-packed, and we want to help you cherry-pick from all the events and activities going on. On particularly bustling evenings, we round up our selections for the most can't-miss pursuits with which to fill your schedule. See you out there!] • City Hall Tree Lighting: Tonight, Philadelphia’s official Christmas [...]
Read more»October 10, 2012
[Evenings in Philadelphia are always action-packed, and we want to help you cherry-pick from all the events and activities going on. On certain days that promise particularly bustling evenings, we round up our selections for the most can't-miss pursuits with which to fill your schedule. See you out there!] • Outdoor Dining: We’ve got some [...]
Read more»May 29, 2012
Every life is full of great firsts: a first word, a first kiss, even a first time on a roller coaster, or skydiving. But how about awesome events that are (almost certainly) lasting? June 5, it turns out, will be a monumental one of those. It’s the only time for the next 105 years that [...]
Read more»December 14, 2011
The American Philosophical Society Museum is hosting a sweepstakes through their Facebook page to give away one of the cold frames from their much-talked about greenhouse in Washington Square West. The cold frame gives you the ability to set up your own greenhouse, plus it’s kind of cool to own a piece of the museum’s [...]
Read more»August 17, 2011
The American Philosophical Society (APS) Museum is adding a page to Philadelphia’s green book with several momentous sustainable initiatives planned for the fall season. The museum is presenting a series of five distinct but inter-related public programs called “The Greenhouse Projects,” beginning on Friday, September 9. Inspired by its French exhibition “Of Elephants and Roses: [...]
Read more»April 8, 2010
This weekend, the American Philosophical Society wants you to stop by for two days of hands-on science and art. Joining forces with a number of great local institutions, including the Independence Seaport Museum and the Printing Office & Bindery at Franklin Court, the APS will be giving lessons and lectures in printmaking all weekend long. [...]
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