Creative Philadelphia

AMOR is back! Robert Indiana's iconic AMOR (1998) has returned to Sister Cities Park following a full conservation and restoration process. Refreshed and restored, the culture is once again spreading love along the Parkway. #AMOR #Creativephl

Reginald Adams has been selected for the Francis J. Myers Recreation Center #PercentForArt project in Kingsessing! His artwork will celebrate community pride, history, and religion as part of the Rebuild renovations. Stay Tuned!

Reminder, Philadelphia! Help us honor Harriet Tubman. Six finalist quotes for In Harriet’s Footsteps are live now. Vote by April 30 to choose the quote that will be inscribed on her City Hall statue in 2026. Vote now: bit.ly/4djdMdv

You’re invited! Join us on April 11 (2–5 PM) for the launch of Healing Verse Germantown: The Streets Are Talking, featuring 19 poems by Germantown residents turned into public art. Learn More: bit.ly/HVGart

Philly Jazz Month Week 2! Apr 9: Arturo Stable Trio @ Exuberance Apr 10: Jazz Kissa @ SOOK vinyl & vintage Apr 12: Open Streets West Walnut (10a-5p) Apr 12: Jazz Vespers @ Mother Bethel AME Apr 12: Gloria Galante Quartet @ Fallser Club Apr 12: Elio Villafranca & Nazir Ebo Live

Philadelphians, help us honor Harriet Tubman! Six finalist quotes for In Harriet's Footsteps are live. Vote April 1 - 30 to choose the quote that will be inscribed on her statue at City Hall in 2026! Vote:bit.ly/4djdMdv

Philly Jazz Month is Here! Apr 1-2: Saul William meets Carlos Niño & Friends at Solar Myth Apr 2: Carlos Niño / Aaron Shaw Duo at the Fabric Workshop and Museum Apr 4: East Passyunk Jazz Crawl Apr 7: We Get Requests at Chris' Jazz Cafe Learn More➡️bit.ly/4m2sXd9

Call For Art: Philadelphia Stories 250 Local Photographers, submit your work for a City Hall exhibition celebrating America's 250th. Theme: "Out of Many, One" Deadline: May 4, 2026 Submit Now: bit.ly/485DYog

Call for Artists: Philadelphia Stories 250 - Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Joy Creative Philadelphia + Councilmember Rue Landau invite LGBTQ+ artists to submit work for a Pride exhibition at City Hall. Deadline: April 26, 2026 Apply: bit.ly/4ruHdfT

Join us on March 31 (5-7 PM) at City Hall (Room 202) for the #PhillyJazzMonth Launch Event! Co-presented by Creative Philadelphia + Mid Atlantic Arts, & partners Jazz Philadelphia + WRTI. We're kicking off a citywide jazz celebration all April! ⬆️ bit.ly/3N8NvnD

Creative Philadelphia celebrated Harriet Tubman Day, honoring the courage and her legacy. We welcomed students from Friends Select School for a day of learning and reflection, exploring the story of Harriet Tubman and the lasting impact of influential African American leaders.

We invite you to submit to "In Harriet's Footsteps", a call for original quotes reflecting on the legacy of Harriet Tubman. One quote will be inscribed on the upcoming Harriet Tubman statue to be installed at City Hall. Submit yours by March 1: bit.ly/3ZhkJ6G

Thank you to everyone who joined us at City Hall for the opening of Counter Narratives - Resistance and Resilience, by the Sankofa Artisans Guild, and My Skin is Black, curated by Debra Powell-Wright. Honoring Black history, legacy & resilience through powerful fiber art.

Yesterday, the City Council passed a resolution honoring Black Women Nurturing Culture, celebrating the leadership of Creative Philadelphia's Chief Cultural Officer, Val Gay. Thanks to the City Council for this recognition of Black women shaping our city's culture.

AMOR by Robert Indiana was carefully removed from Sister Cities Park today for restoration. After years of sun and weather exposure, it’ll be stripped, repainted & preserved. AMOR returns by May 1, 2026, ready to keep spreading love along the Parkway. #AMOR #CreativePHL

Final Day to Apply! Submit your proposal for Philly Jazz Month by 11:59 PM tonight! Grants up to $1,500 available for jazz-inspired events this April. Apply Now: bit.ly/49X4KiR

Philadelphia's AMOR (1998) by Robert Indiana will be temporarily removed from Sister Cities Park on Feb 18, 2026, for conservation & restoration. The sculpture will return by May 1, 2026, refreshed & vibrant once again.

In honor of Black History Month, Creative Philadelphia presents " My Skin Is Black", a powerful mixed-media fiber art exhibition. City Hall, 2nd Floor, NE corner Feb 17 - Apr 24, 2026 Free & Open to the public!

Reminder: Philly Jazz Month 2026 Open Call! Grants up to $1,500 for jazz-inspired events across Philly. April 1-30, 2026 Artists, organizers, producers & civic leaders, don't miss out! Apply Feb 18 at 11:59 PM Notification: Week of March 9 Apply Now: bit.ly/49X4KiR

The statue honoring legendary Philly boxer, “Smokin” Joe Frazier will have a new home. The Philadelphia Art Commission and @CreativePHL are moving forward with plans to relocate the statue to the base of the @philaartmuseum steps. The statue will be in place during Spring 2026.