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Artwork by DeJeonge Reese () is currently on view at Park Towne Place as part of “At Its Root,” which features local artists who examine the meaning of origin, ideas of home, and the construction of identity, honoring the people and history that make Philadelphia what it is today.

DeJeonge Reese (she/her) is an interdisciplinary artist and educator from Yeadon, PA, whose work uses material exploration to tell stories rooted in Black history, ancestry, and identity.

Says the artist, “I draw from archival sources, oral histories, and family research, translating inherited knowledge into contemporary forms. Rather than presenting history as fixed or distant, I approach it as something embodied, carried, and continuously reshaped.

Black hair is a central material in my work, functioning as fiber, archive, and connector. I pair it with materials such as burlap, fabric, and found objects to create layered narratives of migration, labor, care, survival, and identity. Each material choice is intentional—reflecting the ways cultural knowledge can be passed down through objects, and oral histories.”

Reese has exhibited in Philadelphia, New York, and beyond and is a 2023 Mural Arts Philadelphia Black Artist Fellow and the current Fibers/Textile Coordinator for Arrowmont’s Spring Pentaculum.

At Its Root is part of Radical Americana, a citywide initiative organized by The Clay Studio that unites Philadelphia’s leading arts and cultural institutions through a series of exhibitions showcasing research-driven work by contemporary artists. These exhibitions celebrate the city’s historic role in shaping America’s cultural identity, civic life, and creative spirit, while inviting reflection and dialogue about the nation’s present and future.

Join us on Tuesday, June 23rd from 6 – pm on the Great Lawn at Park Towne Place for a Drink & Draw!

Led by artist Tyler Kline, hone your sketching skills in a relaxed, social environment with sunset skyline views! No experience necessary, all materials provided

Drink & Draw on the Great Lawn
$5 per person - register at bit.ly/DrinknDrawJune26
June 23, 6 – 8 pm
Park Towne Place
2200 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA.

Thanks to all who joined us to celebrate the opening of “Future/Past/Present” at InLiquid Gallery!

On view thru July 11, this exhibition features seven artists approaching the USA’s 250th anniversary with reflection, highlighting our nation’s evolution and hopes for the future

Featuring artwork by Billy Colbert, Randall Cleaver (Randall Cleaver), Carolyn Harper (Carolyn Harper), Candace Karch (Candy), James Labold (James Labold), Carole Loeffler (Carole Loeffler), and Benjamin B. Olshin

InLiquid Gallery
1400 N. American Street, Philadelphia, PA
Open Wednesday – Saturday, 12 – 6 pm
Appointments available

Coming up at Park Towne Place 🌆:

Alongside three exhibitions, we’ve got a few awesome free and low-cost events happening this summer that you won’t want to miss at Park Towne Place Premier ! Registration link in bio!

✍️June 23, 6 – 8 pm • Drink & Draw on the Great Lawn • $5 per person

Led by artist Tyler Kline, hone your sketching skills in a relaxed, social environment with sunset skyline views! No experience necessary, all materials provided

🤝 June 30, 6 – 7:30 pm • Meet & Greet with Lori Evensen, Park Towne Place Artist-in-Residence

We’ll be celebrating Evensen’s new exhibition, “What Makes Art?” and learning more about her practice!

🎨 July 18, 2 – 4 pm • Workshop with Park Towne Place Artist-in-Residence Lori Evensen • $5 per person

Learn from Lori’s studio techniques and make your own art piece. No previous experience is needed. All materials will be provided.

📍July 21, 6 – 8 pm • Charm Offensive @ Reilly Memorial Artist Talk and Button Giveaway

Join us for artist talk and button giveaway with John Y. Wind, whose exhibition, “Charm Offensive @ Reilly Memorial,” is currently on view in the South Tower. We’ll learn about Wind’s practice, his recent Charm Offensive activation, and experience his passion for collecting cultural ephemera with a button giveaway!

Thanks Julia Binswanger at Billy Penn for this thoughtful coverage of our Gathering of Goats event!

These goats spent a night on the town with Philadelphia’s art world Goats were the subjects and artists during a special one-night show at InLiquid.

Soak in the summer at our upcoming Drink n’ Draw at Park Towne Place Premier !

We’ll be on the Great Lawn sketching the sweeping views of Philly’s Skyline and the mid-century modern architecture of Park Towne Place!

All skill levels are welcome, all materials provided. Led by artist Tyler Kline (Tyler Kline), this unique event is an opportunity to learn and practice the fundamentals of drawing urban landscapes in an engaging, social setting. This event takes place outdoors (rain location: Lower Level of Towne Center).

Tickets are $5 per person - link in bio!
Tuesday, June 23, 6 – 8 pm
Park Towne Place - 2200 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia PA

Thanks to all who joined us at Art for the Cash Poor 2026 on Saturday! The weather held out and we had a beautiful day of supporting local artists. See you next year!

See you at Art for the Cash Poor!

Our annual affordable arts fair features over 120 artists selling original artwork for $1-$250! Browse from a wide selection of paintings, photography, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, prints, home goods, accessories, clothing, and more 🖼️

Artist vendors keep 100% of sales proceeds, giving visitors the chance to find artwork at a great price and directly support local artists.

This free-to-attend event is a beloved tradition of the Philadelphia arts community. See you there 😎

Saturday, June 13, 12–6 pm
Inside & outside the Crane Arts Building
1400 N. American Street
Philadelphia, PA

Start your Summer with ART!
Art for the Cash Poor 2026 is just a few days away!

Join us on Saturday, June 13, from 12 – 6 pm at this annual affordable arts fair.

Art for the Cash Poor will feature:
• 120+ artists selling their original artwork
• All artwork priced at $250 or less
• A wide selection of paintings, sculpture, homewares, jewelry, and more
• Direct sales, meaning artists keep 100% of sales proceeds

This free-to-attend event is a beloved tradition of the Philadelphia arts community!

Saturday, June 13, 12–6 pm
Inside & outside the Crane Arts Building
1400 N. American Street
Philadelphia, PA
Learn more, RSVP, and sign up to volunteer at the link in our bio!