Arts & Culture
“The Narrow Path That We’re Walking”
A historian’s look at the 1844 riots, policing and nativism in Philly reminds us that this democracy has always been fractured, fragile—and worth protecting
By Thomas KoenigFinding a Middle Ground on Dirt Bikes
A scourge to some, an expression of joy to others, what to do about ATVs and dirt bikes is a perennial debate in Philly. Here, an idea for settling it once and for all.
By Quinn O'Callaghan20 Black Artists to Watch
Mural Arts Philadelphia's Fellowship for Black Artists is funding work by 20 local creators. Here's who they are
By Emma RiversoREC Philly Revisited
The local biz goes beyond your typical co-working space, to really help creatives thrive. Up next? A potential expansion to other cities.
By Courtney DuCheneBungee Oblečení
Darrell Alston has walked many paths — athlete, rapper, inmate. All of them have led to the role he’s filling now, as CEO and lead designer of a new Philly-based high-end sneaker line
By Jessica Blatt PressArts Everywhere
Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot is embedding the arts in myriad city agencies with a bold, economy-boosting goal that Philly should emulate: supporting art in every neighborhood in the city
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyLet Millennials Lead the Way
Journalist Jill Filopovic joined The Citizen’s latest virtual book club to talk about why we should listen to the most maligned—and most engaged—generation
By Jessica Blatt PressHow to Start a Little Free Library in Your Neighborhood
After a year of majority-online activities, here’s how you can encourage someone to crack open a book by building a little free library
By Claire Wolters“We’ve Just Got to Start Doing”
Art collectors/philanthropists Michael Forman and Jennifer Rice want to help Philly's cultural scene come back stronger—and more inclusive—than ever. With their $3 million Art Works initiative, they’re not waiting for anyone else’s permission.
By Jessica Blatt PressHistory Is An Open Book
On May 10, join the Philadelphia Holocaust Remembrance Foundation for a powerful commemoration of the 1933 German book burnings
By Jessica Blatt Press