Arts & Culture
Fun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
This week we have Mission Story Slam 14, the Festival of Many Colors, the return of Green Philly's Eco Fair, Rockin the Ridge Car Show, The Black Clown, and much more
By Christina Griffith
Becoming American, Philadelphia’s Story
One Black history project the current administration cannot erase: a new documentary on African Americans from the time of William Penn to the Civil War — with flashes forward to modern day Philly
By Courtney DuChene
Connor Barwin’s Make the World Better Concert
The Citizen is a media sponsor of the two-night fundraising show with Kurt Vile, Pavement, Ratboys, and more indie rockers to support the former Eagle’s efforts to improve Philly parks
By Victor Fiorillo
Things to Do This Week For America’s 250th
Your curated list of the best semiquincentennial events, exhibits, and activities happening in and around Philly
By Christina Griffith
Neighborhood Gazing
The iconic brand marketer, chef and photographer takes us on a Gordon Parks-style journey through the streets of Philadelphia, his first foray into street photography
By Reuben Harley
Good Citizen Calendar, May-December 2026
Your guide to civic action in Philadelphia, starting in January
By Lauren McCutcheon
For Those Who Grieve on Mother’s Day
A one-day workshop in West Philly helps participants weave their way into what can be a very sad holiday
By Victor Fiorillo
The Semiquincentennial of Dinah’s Liberation
The story of a woman enslaved at Stenton in 1776 brings up more questions than answers — and that is as it should be
By Dr. James Peterson
Philadelphia — A Walk Through History
Looking for a new way to see your city? A Citizen contributor's new book on Philly walking tours focuses on the people behind the places — including history-making women
By Natalie Pompilio
Observation, Meditation, Creation, Connection
Exploring a new art program at the Barnes Foundation for people with Parkinson's
By Courtney DuChene