Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

09/03/2026

Uncover new stories behind the mosaics you thought you knew!

On Thursday, September 17, join PMG’s Young Friends for a walking tour that explores some of South Street’s radical history through the life and work of Isaiah and Julia Zagar.

Discover murals you’ve never seen before. Learn about fascinating neighbors, momentous fights, and the waves of creativity that led musicians to call South Street the “hippest street in town.”

$5/ Members$15/ Non-Members ...

09/02/2026

Next week at the Magic Gardens Studio, Karen Tenderness returns for another hilarious Fringe Performance: DOPPLE BÄNGER!

Get your tickets now on the Fringe website:

All aboard! Newly single and aggressively ready to mingle, Philly’s favorite chaos-cabaret icon Karen Tenderness sets sail on a Self-Love Cruise—only to discover that someone onboard has stolen her identity. Trapped at sea with stormy waters, heartbroken saps, and unmotivated tap dancing, Karen ...

09/01/2026

Did you see us on 6ABC? Ivette Chaires' exhibition, "Living Through Death," is not one to miss! Check out this interview, then plan your visit to come see the show!

A new exhibit highlights themes from Day of the Dead, inspired by Philadelphia's Magic Gardens.

08/30/2026

Take a guided tour with one of our extremely knowledgeable (and friendly!) Educators, and get the inside scoop on Philadelphia's Magic Gardens! Tours are offered regularly throughout the week, even on holidays like Labor Day. Check our website to see more details:

https://www.phillymagicgardens.org/hours-and-admission/public-tours/

08/29/2026

Recycled objects make for great art materials! You can find sculpture parks all over the world that utilize things like scrap metal, tires, and repurposed glass. Take a look!
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/sculptures-made-from-recycled-materials

08/28/2026

Tonight's Twilight in the Gardens may be sold out, but there are still two more this year! Mark your calendars for September 25 and October 23. Tickets go on sale two weeks prior to each event!
https://www.phillymagicgardens.org/events/twilight-in-the-gardens/

08/27/2026

Reminder: we have a community art closet! Visit the closet outside the Magic Gardens Museum to access free art supplies for your next project. No admission is necessary, and it's accessible anytime the museum is open!

The art closet is stocked with a range of supplies for all skills and age ranges, including art...

08/25/2026

Did you know the Bloomberg Connects app can be used to access audio tours, maps of the Magic Gardens Museum, a digital version of our scavenger hunt, and more? Plus it's available in over 50 languages!

Download it for free and get exploring!

https://guides.bloombergconnects.org/en-US/guide/philadelphiasMagicGardens

08/24/2026

Did you catch Ricky Boscarino's Luna Parc on CBS Sunday Morning yesterday?? Give it a watch to see one of our favorite art environments!

For more than 35 years, artist Ricky Boscarino has turned his house in Sandyston, N.J., and its 8.5 acres into an eye-popping gallery filled with sculptures, ceramics, mosaics and whimsy. Correspondent Serena Altschul pays a visit to Boscarino's quirky home, dubbed Luna Parc, and his outdoor "electr...

08/22/2026

People are loving Ivette Chaires' work in "Viviendo a través de la muerte/ Living Through Death!" Experience this remarkable collection of papier-mâché sculptures, prints, and photographs in our galleries through November 8. https://bit.ly/IvetteChaires