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Weeknights at the Wagner—A Flood of Pictures—Photography Deepens the Waters

Wagner Free Institute of Science 1700 W Montgomery Ave, Philadelphia, PA, United States

At this Weeknights at the Wagner talk, Dr. Michael Leja will take us back to the formative period of this cultural transformation in the U.S.—three decades before the Civil War—when pictures began to permeate everyday life. This flood of images...

Free

Preservation Alliance Neighborhood Walking Tours

The Preservation Alliance's guided walking tours interpret the past, present, and future of the Philadelphia region as expressed through architecture, urban design, and social history. Join us on one of more than 30 tours to learn more about this city.

$10 – $15

Learn to Sketch in Watercolor at Grumblethorpe

Grumblethorpe 5267 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

If you've ever wanted to learn how to sketch in watercolor, this is a perfect way to get started. Led by local artist Anne Kullaf, we will paint on the beautiful grounds of Grumblethorpe using watercolor, focusing on the plants,...

$60

Opening Reception for DesignPhiladelphia at Carpenters’ Hall

Carpenters' Hall 320 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA

As part of DesignPhiladelphia, Carpenters’ Hall will host the opening reception for a temporary exhibit on Friday, October 3, 5–7 p.m. The exhibit features panels highlighting current historic preservation projects across Greater Philadelphia that place accessibility at the center of...

Free

Brewerytown Garden Cocktail Party

Brewerytown Garden 27th & Master St, Philadelphia

Join us on Friday, October 3rd for our Annual Garden Cocktail Party - a fundraiser for Brewerytown's award-winning community garden. A Patron Party will begin at 5PM at Otto's Taproom and Grille at 1216 N. 29th Street (2nd Floor), where...

Museum Volunteer Learning Days

Museum Volunteer Learning Days

Historic St. George's Museum & Archives 326 New St, Philadelphia, PA, United States

This volunteer program was made for those with an interest in museum/archive work. Join us on Saturdays from 10AM-12PM during the months of October and November to learn new museum and archival skills. October 4, 2025 - Introduction to HSG...

Free

Fall Festival and Arts & Crafts Show

Pennypack environmental Center 8600A Verree Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Annual Fall Festival & Arts & Craft Show Saturday, October 4 11am-4pm All are welcome, no admission fee. Get your holiday shopping started while enjoy fun activities and tasty food. Over 40 local artists and crafters Apple pressing demo &...

Tacony Creek Park Music & Arts Festival

Tacony Creek Park - The Big Field Olney Av & Clarkson Av, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership and Olney Culture Lab of CultureTrust Greater Philadelphia are happy to present the 5th edition of the freshly dubbed Tacony Creek Park Music & Arts Festival! We are bringing the FREE Festival back on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 1...

Free

A Marvelous Night of Minerals: An ‘Earthly Matters’ Opening Celebration

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Across centuries and cultures, minerals have provided humans with essential raw materials. But how have we come to know and use the natural world? Join the Science History Institute for the opening of Earthly Matters, a new permanent exhibition that explores...

Free

Why Passive House?

Online 39658 Mission Boulevard, Fremont, CA 94539, USA., fremont, CA, American Samoa

You've heard the buzz around Passive House, but you're not sure why all the fuss? Is it really that different? Register for the next Zoom here. Held 2nd Friday of every month at noon. PHN Executive Director Ken Levenson unpacks...

Free
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