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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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The African American Museum in Philadelphia
Celebrating and interpreting African-American history and culture
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Mural Arts Program
Philadelphia-sponsored murals project spanning the whole city
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Black Lily Film and Music Festival
Celebrating the contributions of women filmmakers and musicians
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Art Sanctuary
A showcase for African-American arts and letters
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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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Juneteenth Celebrations in Philadelphia
Philadelphia’s annual Juneteenth commemoration expands for 2006 with four days of events
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Marian Anderson Historical Residence/Museum
Preserving the legacy of one of the world’s greatest contraltos
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Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church
The oldest parcel of land continuously owned by African-Americans
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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 Historical Society of Pennsylvania
American history starts here, at 13th and Locust Streets
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The Philadelphia Doll Museum
Presenting black dolls as artifacts of history and culture
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