President’s House Site continues to tell story of slavery as it marks 15-year anniversary
In 2002, Michael Coard, a criminal defense lawyer, learned that President George Washington enslaved nine people during his time…
Check out these Black Friday deals at Philadelphia museums and theaters
Black Friday may be known for its door-busting deals at big box stores, but Philly institutions are also…
Franklin Institute to close long-running air show exhibit in January
The Franklin Institute will soon shutter a permanent exhibit dedicated to the history of flight. The museum said…
Museum Store Sunday may be your answer for the perfect holiday gift
Tis the season for holiday shopping. Still, Black Friday is chaotic and Cyber Monday can be a bit…
Surrealism at 100, Calder Gardens and Rousseau’s Art in Philadelphia
There are plenty of reasons to plan a holiday trip to Philly—we’re spotlighting three. Photograph by Tom Powel.…
Independence Hall to be closed until Jan. 28 for repairs ahead of 2026 festivities
Independence Hall will close for over two months to prepare for the influx of tourists expected next year…
The Citizen Recommends: Toni Morrison’s Philadelphia
I cried the day Toni Morrison died in 2019. The news came early in the morning, incongruous in…
Philadelphia Art Museum fires CEO Sasha Suda one month after its name change
Sasha Suda, director and CEO of the Philadelphia Art Museum, was fired Tuesday with two years remaining on…
Things to Do in Philly This Week and Weekend
Fall arrived this weekend, bringing with it cool things to do all over the city this week ……
Rebecca Howland’s textile art depicts pollution and ecological disasters like the Centralia mine fire
Two bright blue rivers run across a desolate scene in the “Toxicological Tablecloth.” The massive linen spread, measuring…
Ben Franklin’s 1775 meetings with a French spy led to critical support for American independence
In the fall of 1775, American colonists seeking independence from Great Britain were gathering resources and making plans…
‘Black Panther,’ ‘Sinners’ costumes will be displayed at African American Museum
“Black Panther” fans can see the armor worn by T’Challa and the female warriors of Wakanda up close…