"Voices of Diversity: Connecting Through Collage" - Opening Reception

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Creative Philadelphia's Art in City Hall presents "Voices of Diversity: Connecting through Collage", organized by Philadelphia CollageWorks

By Philadelphia CollageWorks

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Date and time

Friday, May 9 · 5 - 7pm EDT

Location

Philadelphia City Hall

1400 John F Kennedy Boulevard Philadelphia, PA 19107

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours
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No venue parking

Philadelphia's Art in City Hall program presents "Voices of Diversity: Connecting Through Collage," an exhibition organized by Philadelphia CollageWorks. Join us for an evening of celebrating the power of diversity through art! This exhibition showcases the unique voices and perspectives of people from all walks of life who make up the fabric of Philadelphia. See nearly 500 individual five-inch square collages from our community partners, created through a collaborative art-making process that fostered camaraderie at each event. The contributors' willingness to unite and share themselves with the greater Philadelphia community is reflected in this exhibition.

Our Community Partners:

Da Vinci Art Alliance KleinLife

Victoria Freehouse HIAS Philadelphia

BOK BAR Native American House Alliance

InLiquid Allens Lane

Collage Philadelphia Magic Gardens

Naval Square Philadelphia Asian Queer

Art Well Southwark School

Taller Puerrotiquino TECH Freire Charter School

IMPORTANT NOTE: To access Philadelphia City Hall, visitors must use the Northeast entrance located near Filbert St. and JFK Blvd.. This entrance is wheelchair accessible and requires a security check and a visitor's badge. Please be sure to bring authenticated ID. IMPORTANT UPDATE: At 6pm the Northeast Entrance door will be locked with a police officer stationed to let you in. KNOCK for entry and state you are there for the Reception.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the entrance to access City Hall for the exhibition reception?

Use the Northeast entrance located near Filbert St. and JFK Blvd. It is wheelchair accessible, requires a security check and a visitor's badge. Bring authenticated ID. IMPORTANT: At 6pm the Northeast Entrance door will be locked with a police officer stationed to let you in. KNOCK for entry.

Is there an elevator to the 5th floor Gallery?

Yes, there is an elevator. Upon entry into City Hall at the NE entrance located near Filbert St. and JFK Blvd., and after checking in with security, you will find the elevator straight ahead. Security can direct you if needed.

How long will the exhibition be on view"

Voices of Diversity, along with artwork by the member's of Philadelphia CollageWorks, will be on view May 5 through July 11, 2025

Can we arrive any time between 5 and 7 pm?

IMPORTANT NOTE: At 6pm the Northeast Entrance door will be locked with a police officer stationed at the entrance to let you in. KNOCK and annouce that you're attending the reception. From 5- 6pm use the Northeast entrance near Filbert St. and JFK Blvd. Authenticated ID is required. Thank you.

Organized by

Philadelphia CollageWorks