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 21, 2013
This summer, get ready to travel back in time just by visiting the National Constitution Center. The 1968 Exhibit opens June 14, walking visitors through one of America’s most colorful, chaotic and culture-shifting years. The 5,000-square-foot exhibition features more than 100 artifacts displayed through 12 galleries corresponding to the months of the year. Explore such [...]
Read more»May 21, 2013
Anyone who has slipped on a pair of famed shoe designer Stuart Weitzman’s heels knows that the man must have conceptualized his footwear in a dream. It’s appropriate, then, that Weitzman will help to launch Dreamers and Doers, the National Museum of American Jewish History’s new speaker series on Wednesday, June 12. Intending to relay [...]
Read more»May 21, 2013
The Arden Theatre is set to make beautiful music with the tunes of famed composer Stephen Sondheim as his classic show A Little Night Music makes its rounds at the Arden Theatre. Opening this week, the show is set to run from May 23 to June 30. Based on the book by Hugh Wheeler, A [...]
Read more»May 17, 2013
This Saturday, Philadelphia is filled with festivals galore and the historic district is no exception. In Franklin Square, the Pan-Asian Association of Greater Philadelphia is set to present its annual Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration on Saturday, May 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event celebrates the history, culture and traditions of such [...]
Read more»May 17, 2013
As the nation’s oldest continuously inhabited street, Elfreth’s Alley was home to 18th-century colonial Philadelphians. Located in the heart of Old City between Front and 2nd Streets just north of Arch, the Elfreth’s Alley Museum is one of few landmarks dedicated to the everyday American. This weekend, the Elfreth’s Alley Museum welcomes a new exhibition [...]
Read more»May 14, 2013
Old City, known for having some of the hippest boutiques in town, just became even more fashionable. Adresse, formerly of the Rittenhouse Square area, has recently moved to a wildly cool space in the heart of Old City. The recently relocated Adresse can now be found inside a pristine building directly across from the Arden [...]
Read more»May 10, 2013
This news may sound too good to be true, but it’s not. The first 1,000 (yes, 1,000) people to visit the Independence Visitor Center on Thursday, May 16 between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. will receive 25,000 free frequent flyer miles from Spirit Airlines. That’s enough for a roundtrip flight! Just pay the taxes and [...]
Read more»May 8, 2013
Truly, no visit to Philadelphia is complete without taking in the sights and attractions of Philadelphia’s historic district. As the birthplace of the nation, there are so many historic locales worthy of experiencing. To ease engagement with Philadelphia’s historic attractions and characters — and make history fun for the pint-sized set — check out the [...]
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