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

ALL AGES

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

By Philadelphia CollageWorks

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
ALL AGES
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

Victoria Freehouse

BOK BAR

InLiquid

Collage Philadelphia

Naval Square

Art Well

Taller Puerrotiquino

KleinLife

HIAS Philadelphia

Allens Lane

Native American House Alliance

Southwark School

Philadelphia Asian Queer

Magic Gardens

TECH Freire Charter School

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.

Frequently asked questions

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

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.

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

Organized by

Philadelphia CollageWorks

Philadelphia CollageWorks (PCW) is a members’ collective for creating, studying, and appreciating collage, assemblage, and mixed media. PCW’s purpose is to nurture a supportive environment where artists of all levels, from a range of backgrounds, are free to create, explore, and experiment. PCW is committed to promoting collage as a respected creative expressionthrough engaging in individual and collective exhibitions and community outreach.