The 16-day Wawa Welcome America festival neared its big finale by wrapping up its final weekend with art and music. People checked out the Day 15 festivities, including special admission to the Philadelphia Art Museum and The Barnes Foundation, as well as a patriotic concert from the Philly POPS that you didn't want to miss.
Pay What You Wish Day at Philadelphia Museum of Art
It was Pay What You Wish Family Festival Day at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
You were able to catch hip-hop performances, clay studio and other art demonstrations, and features for local artists. With over 240,000 pieces of artwork to view and numerous different programs, there is something to enjoy for every member of the family.
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People enjoyed pay what you wish admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free Museum Day at The Barnes Foundation
Individuals enjoyed free access to the Barnes' collection and special exhibition, plus music and performances, and art-making activities at The Barnes Foundation.
For July 3, the Barnes partnered with Temple University's Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection to present a day full of activities inspired by Blockson’s exhibition and graphic novel, Black Lives Always Mattered! (BLAM!).
You enjoyed free admission from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and also every first Sunday of the month with PECO Free First Sunday Family Day.
POPS on Independence
A favorite of the Wawa Welcome America festival, the POPS on Independence performance, a July 4th tradition for the 44th year, took place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on July 3.
The performance featured some Philly POPS favorites, as well as patriotic tunes in honor of the holiday. As part of The Philly POPS Salute Series, the performance honored our nation’s traditions, values and commitment to service.
The original program was created and conducted by Music Director and Principal Conductor David Charles Abell. It featured three-time Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter Ryan Shaw.
People were urged to bring a chair or blanket out to enjoy the show. Starting at 5 p.m., outside The Bourse Food Hall on 5th Street people enjoyed food, entertainment and fun before the show began.
Full Details on Wawa Welcome America Day 15 Festivities:
Pay What You Wish at Philadelphia Art Museum
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on July 3
Where: Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, PA 19130
Free Admission to The Barnes Foundation
When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on July 3
Where: The Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy., Philadelphia, PA 19130
POPS on Independence
When: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on July 3
Where: Independence Mall Block 2
Philadelphia, PA
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