Category: art
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Cherry Street Pier
On a blustery October weekend, we trekked from the 2 street station to explore Cherry Street Pier. This latest Delaware River waterfront renovation is next to Race Street Pier and Fringe Arts. The Pier offers close-up, wraparound views of Ben Franklin Bridge. The $5 million transformation of the 55,000 sq. foot Pier has much to offer. There…
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Magic Gardens
For a joyous way to celebrate a sunny day, I recommend a visit to Philadelphia Magic Gardens. The gallery is located at 1020 South Street. The “gardens” are an urban wonderland of everyday recycled stuff like bottles, plates or bicycle wheels. Found Objects These objects are embedded into organic floor-to-sky walls of mosaics. Imagine walking into a courtyard where every square inch is vibrating with color…