Culture
16 Black Museums, Memorials, and Historic Sites In Philly You Should Visit
Philadelphia is the home of many museums and historical sites. As one of the United States’ oldest cities, there is barely a corner of the City of Brotherly Love that isn’t steeped in history or relevant in some cultural way.
When a Celebration of Activism is a Celebration of Community
Hannah-Jones, who goes by the Ida Bae Wells on social media as a modern tribute to the activist, was present for the celebration and did a reading from The 1619 Project as well as a live discussion of Wells-Barnett’s legacy with the creator and facilitator of the event, Jeannine Cook.
Betrayal, worry, and grief: UArts Community Speaks Out after its Sudden Dissolvement.
UArt’s dissolvement comes just 6 months after the closure of the oldest arts institution in American history, The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. UArts sudden shut down leaves its students scrambling and its community grief stricken.
For Tamir Harper; Community Building Is Everybody’s Job
“It is not a job of the folks that are on the ground doing advocacy work to reach out to government. It is time for government to get out of the shiny building with the nice office and chairs and meet people where they are to do the work.”
CultureFest Embodies All the Best things about Philly in the Summer
What happens when you combine the joy of a block party, the style of a fashion show, the feels of a family reunion, and all wrapped up into a full-out celebration of Black culture?
Drip Or Flip? Trump Sneakers Make a Scene @ Sneaker Con
Trump's “Never Surrender Hightop” signature sneaker quickly sold out.
Playlist: Relive Roots Picnic 2024
Keep the good vibes going with this specially curated playlist inspired by 2024's unforgettable moments
Recap of Roots Picnic 2024 Hometown Magic
Jill Scott returned to her hometown to deliver an unforgettable performance, featuring an array of her hit songs and surprise guests
From Film to Television: ‘Queen Sugar’ Director, with Philly roots, Reflects
Ayoka Chenzira had already worked in film for 40 years, but a call from Ava DuVernay opened what was once a closed, heavily guarded door to new forms of storytelling.
Ultimate Roots Picnic Playlist for Every Occasion
Jam to the Roots Picnic artists while you dress, Cook, or work out!
Kendrick vs. Drake: Is Hip Hop Alive?
Rap rivalry reaches boiling point as Kendrick Lamar and Drake clash in the hip-hoparena
Show Up Strong: 2024
A monumental gathering that showcased creativity and civic engagment