Celebrating Black History Month In Philadelphia!

'Special Museum Attractions, Tours, Performances, Film Screenings and More!' Black History Month is celebrated annually in the month of February, reflecting on the roles that African Americans played and who continue to play in our history! The city of Philadelphia and its many museums and other institutions recognize Black History Month with exhibits, film screenings, discussions, special events and performances and much more. Here is our Guide of Black History Month 2020 in Philly! . … [Read more...]

Day of the Dead Celebrations in Philadelphia With Festivals, Museums, Food and More

'Celebration In Honoring Those Who Have Passed Away'  The Day of the Dead, known as Dia de los Muertos, is a Mexican Holiday on November 1st of each year, honoring those that have passed away. Officially, Day of the Dead begins on Thursday, October 31 with All Hallows’ Eve and runs through Sunday, November 2 when it ends with All Souls’ Day. Individuals and families honor friends and family members who have passed away with festive altars, traditional dance and song, the use … [Read more...]

Day of the Dead Celebration at Penn Museum

'Dia de los Muertos - Day of the Dead' The Day of the Dead Celebration, a popular celebration worldwide, will be held at the Penn Museum October 26 from 11 am to 5 pm. This celebration is an important Mexican tradition that honors the lives of those that have passed by family and friends, who gather to pray for and remember them, which is done by creating altars and much more. This special Mexican holiday starts on October 31 and ends on November 2 each year. While … [Read more...]

Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day: FREE Admission Philadelphia Museums

 'Exploring Philadelphia Museums for FREE!' Attention museum lovers! Do you love history, science, art and more? Come celebrate Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day Live! this Saturday, September 21. There will be more than 11 museums in the Greater Philadelphia are that will be opening their doors to the public for free! Get in the spirit of Smithsonian museums that will be taking place all across America. You will need to register for the free tickets, print them, and … [Read more...]

Summer Nights Concert Series at Penn Museum

'Relaxing Musical Nights at Penn Museum' What a great way to break up your work week by experiencing soothing international cultural live music on Wednesday nights during the Summer Nights music series held at the Penn Museum. This exuberant musical series begins June 26 and ends September 04, 2019. Get to experience music curated by different individuals in a laid-back fun atmosphere, to where you can hang out on chairs, benches, stage-front seating, the lawn or just mingle with others … [Read more...]

The Golden Age Of King Midas Exhibit At Penn Museum Feb 13 To Nov 27, 2016

'The Story Behind The Golden Touch' Get acquainted with The Golden Age Of King Midas Exhibit at Penn Museum February 13 to November 27, 2016! King Midas lived in the prosperous city of Gordion, a site in what is now central Turkey, circa 750–700 BCE, ruling Phrygia and influencing the neighboring kingdoms. It certainly was a golden age at that time. From Penn Museum: Archaeologists from the Penn Museum (the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology) have been … [Read more...]

Beneath the Surface: Life, Death, and Gold in Ancient Panama at Penn Museum

'The Mysteries of the Coclé People' Explore "Beneath the Surface: Life, Death, and Gold" exhibit at the Penn Museum which runs until November 1, 2015. It took two years to put together the exhibit, everything between the content, design, and preparing the artifacts.  Beneath the Surface Experience & Atmosphere The new exhibition allows visitors to explore the history, archaeological evidence, and new research perspectives, in search of a greater understanding of the Coclé people who lived … [Read more...]

Mummies Visit the Penn Museum

'Mummy Conservation at the Artifact Lab at Penn Museum' Who wants their mummy. Here is your chance to get up close and personal. Hop on over to University City to where the Penn Museum brings to you, In the Artifact Lab: Conserving Egyptian Mummies. The museum is known for having one of the largest Egyptian collections in the world, home to more than 42,000 ancient artifacts, in which a select portion are held in the Egypt Gallery (the rest are in storage, in traveling exhibitions, and in … [Read more...]