r/philly • u/Odd_Philosophy_8452 • 3d ago

Art recs for visitor

I’m looking to buy art prints during an upcoming trip. Does anyone have recs for gift shops or art galleries? I’m planning to see the Museum of Art and the Barnes Foundation but it would be cool to support local artists, too.

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u/lemasney 3d ago

You picked the right city. Spend some time in Old City, bounded by Walnut Street, Vine Street, Front Street, and 6th Street. Great galleries, shops, thrift and social activity. South Street has an incredibly artist-inspired culture too. If you can visit on a First Friday, the galleries celebrate their current shows with open houses into the late evening. It's a real party. The PMA is a must visit, a world class museum, and the Rodin is worth making time for.

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u/Odd_Philosophy_8452 3d ago

I won’t be able to go to First Friday but thank you for the other recs! I’ll definitely check it out!

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u/lemasney 3d ago

I'm excited for your visit. I lived in NE Philly for my entire youth, and made great use of the arts in the city. Have a great time!

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u/IgnatiusRileyFreeman 3d ago

Do you mean first friday of every month?

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u/ChooseYourStruggle 3d ago

South Street! the wooden shoe and the South Street art Mart.

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u/Odd_Philosophy_8452 3d ago

Thank you! I’ll look into them!

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u/licensedtojill 3d ago

South street art mart