About Radical Americana
For the Semiquincentennial, The Clay Studio is leading Radical Americana, a series of exhibitions organized by a consortium of Philadelphia’s arts and cultural institutions. Each celebrates how artists today are continuing the city’s robust legacy as a center for art, skill, and civic engagement. The 45 artists researched and were inspired by the art and history of Philadelphia in 1776, and the subsequent commemorations in 1876, 1926, and 1976. The artists' new work will add their voices to current dialogue about our nation’s present and future, inspire civil dialogue, celebrate Philadelphia's diversity, and continue the rich tradition of creativity in our city.
JULY SCHEDULE
July
- 3rd - This is Not a Celebration, William Way at Huddle closes, 6:30pm - Fundy Salon! Event
- 7th 5pm - 7pm - Virtual Talk with BA Harrington and Sophie Glenn, hosted by the Furniture Society - Register here
- 4th 5:30 - 8pm Special Reception at No.5 Butchie Alley
- 9th 5pm - 8pm Extended Gallery Hours, Second Thursday at The Clay Studio, last day of American Crib by Roberto Lugo
- 16th 6 pm to 8 pm Third Thursdays extended House hours at Glen Foerd
- 21st 6pm to 8pm Reception and Artist Talk, Charm Offesive at the South Tower of Park Towne Place
- 28th 5pm - 8pm “America 250: Clay, Compassion & Community Dinner” at Historic Yellow Springs
UP COMING EVENTS
Reception and Artist Talk
Please join us at 6 pm on Tuesday, July 21, for an artist talk and button giveaway with John Y. Wind on the Charm Offensive @ Reilly Memorial Installation and Exhibition, currently on view in the South Tower of Park Towne Place. The talk will take place at the Oar Pub in Park Towne Place, and light refreshments will be served.
Schedule
- 6:00p | Open doors
- 6:15p | Artist talk begins
- 7:15p | Tour of Charm Offensive @ Reilly Memorial
Please note that there is no public parking available on Park Towne Place’s campus. We suggest using a ride-share service, taxi, or public transportation if possible. If you require parking, metered parking is available on Park Towne Place Street and on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
PAST EVENTS
Special Event: Radical Americana Self-Guided Tour Date
On June 27th from Noon to 4pm Radical Americana site will be open with Artists and Curators in attendance to provide additional details of the shows at their locations.
Please unitlize the linked map on this page for additional guideence navigating between locations.
Please be mindful that select locations will be observing their usual Admission Fee for their location
For any additional questions you can reach out to Trinity Dubois, Exhibition and Development Coordinator at tdubois@theclaystudio.org.
See participating locations, their addresses, and admission fee below.
Free Admission Locations
The Clay Studio
1425 N. American St, Philadelphia PA 19122
Free Admission
Taller Puertorriqueño
2600 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19133
Free Admission
Museum of Art In Wood
141 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Free Admission
Biello Martin Studios
148 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Free Admission
Glen Foerd
** with special timing from 10 am to 1pm **
5001 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114
Free Admission
The Free Library Rare Book Department
** with special timing from 9am-4:45pm **
Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Free Admission
The InLiquid Gallery
1400 N American Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19122
Free Admission
Park Towne Place
2200 Benjamin Franklin Parkway
will be open 1 pm to 3 pm on 6/27.
Free Admission
Locations with Admission Fees
Andalusia
1237 State Rd., Andalusia, PA 19020
Admission fee: $30
Cliveden
6401 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Admission fee: $15
Stenton
** with special timing starting at 1 pm until 4pm **
4601 N 18th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Admission fee: $10 for adults and $8 for students, children, and seniors
The Colored Girls Museum
4613 Newhall St, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Admission fee: $20 , Senior/Student w/ ID - $10