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1 week agoArtPhilly Presents "What Now: 2026"
A five-week Philadelphia festival in 2026 will present 30+ newly commissioned works by local artists to spark conversations about the future of the United States.
Known as the City of Brotherly Love, Philly is often highlighted for its food and sports legacy (with the glow of Jalen Hurts and the Eagles still illuminating the city). But beneath that surface lies a robust, vibrant lineage of artists, interdisciplinary creators, and collectives who've shaped the cultural fabric of the city with immense innovation and fierce local pride. From hidden gems to rising institutions, Philly's creative community has been laying the groundwork for centuries,