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African-American: Arts and Culture
A year round, cultural celebration
Philadelphia’s African-American arts and cultural events and institutions testify to the love of diversity and freedom of expression at the heart of the city’s cultural community. From museums to theaters to outdoor festivals, these places and performances reflect unique facets of the African-American experience that go beyond cultural stereotypes.
So come celebrate your individuality in the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.
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SPOTLIGHT
Barkley L. Hendricks: Birth of the Cool
PAFA presents the life and works of artist Barkley Hendricks
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The African American Museum in Philadelphia
Celebrating and interpreting African-American history and culture
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ITEMS WITHIN African-American: Arts and Culture
Audacious Freedom
Explore the lives of African Americans in historic Philadelphia
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Art Sanctuary
A showcase for African-American arts and letters
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Global Fusion Festival
The third annual showcase and celebration of diversity in the arts
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Weekend
Celebrate the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. in Philadelphia
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Philly 360° Top Five September Picks
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The Sound of Philadelphia Souvenir Shop / Philadelphia International Records
Home of the legendary record-producing team, Gamble and Huff
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Brandywine Workshop
Printmaking studio, showing fine-art prints made by invited artists
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Freedom Repertory Theatre
A landmark of American theater history
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Marian Anderson Historical Residence/Museum
Preserving the legacy of one of the world’s greatest contraltos
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Mural Arts Program
Philadelphia-sponsored murals project spanning the whole city
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Philadanco
Diverse works in an African-American based repertoire
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Philadelphia Clef Club of the Performing Arts
Venerable jazz institution hosting concerts, lessons, and more
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Rennie Harris Puremovement
Contemporary dance with hip-hop roots
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The Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection
Stories from the Underground Railroad to Paul Robeson
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The Philadelphia Doll Museum
Presenting black dolls as artifacts of history and culture
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