Mommy Poppins at NMOP
Alyce Wilson of Mommy Poppins came to the Neon Museum with her son for a day of fun. Click here to read all about their visit.
Author: Alyssa Shea
• Special Exhibition • City of Love On View Thru June 19
City of Love: Artists Inspired By Philadelphia
April 29, 2022 – June 19, 2022
Opening Reception: Saturday, April 30, 2022, 12pm to 5pm
City of Love presents a visual story of the elements that come together to make Philadelphia a special and inspiring place. From paintings to papercuts, this exhibit features 14 local artists showcasing their unique perspectives of Philadelphia through a variety of mediums. See subjects as diverse as the city itself, ranging from abstract portraits of local people to photos of the Schuylkill River from a kayak.
It’s all about love for the great city of Philadelphia.
Featured artists:
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Terrill Kevyn Johnson
Tom Judd
Bradley Maule
Olivia Duffy
Mason From Blendini
Jessie Husband
Yeho Bostick
Rosa Leff
Lace In The Moon
Paul Carpenter
Ellie Moniz
Jessica Rogers
Dave Krevolin
Curated by Mason Carter.
Pictured work: Race Street by Rosa Leff, Boathouse Row by Jessica Rogers, Pretzel Crochet by Lace in the Moon, Cal Massey by Terrill Kevyn Johnson
Neon Museum of Philadelphia shines a light on new exhibit
Read about our contemporary neon art exhibit, Neon Currents, in Metro Philly.
• Special Exhibition • Neon Currents On View Jan 28
Neon Currents
January 28, 2022 – March 20, 2022
Neon Currents brings together contemporary work from eight regional neon artists. Entering the world of neon from different pathways, the exhibiting artists include neon glass blowers, designers, and instructors. Simultaneously staged at the Neon Museum of Philadelphia and The Art Trust at Meridian Bank in West Chester, Neon Currents features large installations, mixed media, and sculpture—showcasing the creative, exciting and inspiring ways neon is used beyond the traditional application of signage.
Featured artists: Len Davidson, Alissa Eberle, Eve Hoyt, Danielle James, Victoria Ahmadizadeh Melendez, Fred Musso, Mark Naylor, Haley Ryane Meushaw
Curated by Eve Hoyt.
Dates & Locations:
• Neon Museum of Philadelphia, 1800 N American St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
On view through March 20, 2022
Hours: Friday | 4pm – 8pm; Saturday & Sunday | 12pm – 5pm
Opening Reception: Saturday, February 5, 2022 1pm to 4pm
• The Art Trust at Meridian Bank, 16 W Market St, West Chester, PA 19382
On view through February 25, 2022
Hours: Weekdays | 9am – 4:30pm
Opening Reception: Friday, February 4, 2022 5pm to 8:30pm
Pictured: Evocations 5 by Mark Naylor, Glitch Candles by Alissa Eberle, For The Young Woman Who Has Everything by Danielle James
Temple’s Klein on the GO excursions @ NMOP
Read about a recent visit from Temple’s Klein on the GO excursions by Matthew Aquino:
https://news.temple.edu/news/2022-01-06/klein-go-excursions-shining-light-neon-museum
• Special Exhibition • Alchemy Illuminated: The Art of Crafting from Trash
Alchemy Illuminated: The Art of Crafting from Trash
presented by the Philadelphia Dumpster Divers
November 5, 2021 – December 19, 2021
A very special group show from Philadelphia’s Dumpster Diver art collective, Alchemy Illuminated is part of Philly’s annual CraftMONTH, in which CraftNOW showcases the city’s craft and making scene through a series of events surrounding the Philadelphia Museum of Art Contemporary Craft Show.
Formed 29 years ago, the Philadelphia Dumpster Divers are a found object art collective. Join us for this exciting exhibit of assemblage at its finest, with artist appearances and events throughout the show.
• Friday, November 5th, 4-8pm: First Friday soft opening •
• Saturday, November 6th, 12-5pm: Grand opening of the exhibit • Meet the Dumpster Divers •
Exhibiting artists:
Betsy Alexander
Harry Anderson
Ellen Benson
Neil Benson
George Bilyk
Charmaine Caire
Alden W. Cole
Carol Cole
Len Davidson
James Dupree
Charna Eisner
George Felice
Bruce Gast
Joanne Hoffman
Eve Hoyt
Hugo Hsu
John Jonik
Ann Keech
Diane Keller
Smokie Kittner
Christine Nagata
Taji Nahl
Susan Richards
Leo Sewell
Simone Spicer
Joel Spivak
Jim Ulrich
Ted Warchal
Sally Lilychild Willowbee
Burnell Yow!
Pictured works: Preserve and Protect by Carol Cole, National Wrench by Harry Anderson, Black Lives Matter by Sally Lilychild Willowbee, GRETA by Joanne Hoffman, African American Youth by Simone Spicer
6ABC Loves the Arts: History, Philly shines bright
Thank you to 6ABC for highlighting the Neon Museum on their 6ABC Loves the Arts program. Watch the video and read the transcript here.
Celebrate Halloween at NMOP
THIS WEEKEND
Come to the Museum costumed, ready to compete and trick-or-treat!
We’re celebrating Halloween
Friday, 4-8pm
Saturday & Sunday, 12-5pm
We’ll document contestants’ costumes and select winners at the end of the weekend.
Prizes include NMOP pins, mugs, shirts!
Phila Inquirer Lists NMOP Among Essential Museums
We’re thrilled to be listed on the Philadelphia Inquirer’s list of 22 essential Philly museums. Click here to read the full list, compiled by Candis Mclean.
• Special Exhibition • Philadelphia: City of Breweries
September 3, 2021 – October 10, 2021
Philadelphia has been a center for brewing since the 1700s. This exhibit draws on the breweriana collection of Larry Handy, focusing roughly on the period from 1850 to 1950, when Philadelphia was known as the “Workshop of the World.” Since 1970, Larry has amassed superb examples of brewery photos, trays, literature and other memorabilia.
This exhibit includes videos from Larry and local beer historian Rich Wagner, as well as opportunities to meet and talk with Larry and other present day participants in the burgeoning craft brewing industry.
In conjunction with Sor Ynez, Nextfab’s Mexican restaurant, the Museum will offer discounted beer specials for museum patrons.
