We are delighted to announce some great news this week – two Artblog writers get accolades; 12 local artists of color receive “Cultural Treasure” status; two notable exhibitions at Facture and Magic Gardens; United Academics invites the public to its bargaining session with UArts; Woodmere invites you to an Open House for Kids Care 29, and a great-sounding artist opportunity from UPenn Critical Museum Studies graduate students.
Read MoreIn the Philadelphia art world, where money from the city has always been tight, there’s been a surprising turn, with an unprecedented $21 million new dollars for the arts organizations that make this city special!
Read MoreIn today’s News post we round up a short and sweet list for you of interesting organizations new to us, news of leadership transitions, and two great opportunities.
Read MoreThe PA election results were great, whew! But while we sweat out Arizona, Nevada, Georgia and Colorado, one really great way to relieve the tension and anxiety and to move forward is to get involved with your community.
Read MoreToday’s News post rounds up several terrific-sounding events, a great read, and one notable exhibition in a region that’s hot with great exhibits right now-yay!
Read MoreArtblog joins the growing list of organizations in the area that are undergoing leadership change, as we welcome Julia Marsh as Executive Director and Editor.
Read MoreWe are sad to pass along the news that Blake Bradford died. The art educator, thinker, writer, community-spirited man was beloved and will be missed.
Read MoreThree notable events rounded up for your consideration!
Read MoreA true hodgepodge of information for you, this week’s News rounds up the comings, goings, passing and otherwise interesting tidbits circulating in the Philadelphia arts ether. Take a look!
Read MoreCongratulations to the 934 artists and arts groups who received awards from the city through the Illuminate the Arts program! Plus, “Grumman Greenhouse” by Jordan Griska, is moving out of it’s space on North Broad Street.
Read MoreIn the beastly hot days this month, we’ve sought some respite in travel: Roberta went to New York for a few days, others went to the beach or mountains. We’ve all been busy and busy reading. Here’s a quick look at upcoming content on Artblog, plus an event to give your two cents to the City on what they should do with the Roundhouse (former Police HQ), and a long read in the New Yorker by Alice Gregory about her trip to Africa and the work of a groundbreaking art collective, the Congolese Plantation Workers Art League.
Read MoreWe are very sad to report the passing of the great artist, Leroy Johnson, who was a mentor to many young artists in Philadelphia, in addition to being a maker of truth-seeking and truth-telling installations, sculpture and paintings.
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