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Historic Germantown's Green Space Stamp Rally is back for 2025! This year, the Stamp Rally takes visitors on a journey to 18 Northwest Philadelphia locations, from Grumblethorpe with its bountiful farms
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This year, the Stamp Rally takes visitors on a journey to 18 Northwest Philadelphia locations, from Grumblethorpe with its bountiful farms and gardens to the well-curated Victorian Garden at Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion, along with the addition of Mt. Airy’s Allens Lane Art Center. The Stamp Rally gives visitors a fun and engaging way to connect with landmarks and history while earning prizes for collecting stamps.
Between April 19 and June 21, participants can pick up a FREE Stamp Rally booklet at Historic Germantown’s headquarters (5501 Germantown Avenue), open every Thursday through Saturday, from noon to 4 p.m. Booklets can also be obtained by visiting any of the partner sites during each organization’s normal operating hours. Visitors can collect stamps at each of the participating locations and can also scan a QR code at each site to answer questions included in the Stamp Rally booklet.
Stamp Rally participants can visits sites on their own, or join a Stamp Rally Walk. Planned Stamp Rally Walk locations include the Awbury Arboretum on April 19th, Historic Fair Hill on May 3rd (Bilingual English/Spanish walk), Historic RittenhouseTown on May 9th, Cliveden on May 30th, and Allens Lane Art Center on June 6. For more information on walks, prizes, and other Stamp Rally details, visit the Stamp Rally page here.
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Month Long Event (May)
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Historic Germantown
5501 Germantown Avenue
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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May 22, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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May 23, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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sat24may11:00 amsat4:00 pmCelebration of the RosesWyck, 6026 Germantown Avenue11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Join us to Celebrate the Roses at Wyck with garden tours, lectures, vendors, and more!
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May 24, 2025 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location
Wyck
6026 Germantown Avenue
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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May 24, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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May 29, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Bask in the twilight glow and stop to smell the roses in bloom. Stroll the paths of the oldest rose garden in the United States still growing in its original
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Event tickets are free- wine, cocktails, and mocktails will be available for purchase. Registration opens two weeks prior to the event date
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May 29, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Wyck
6026 Germantown Avenue
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📖🚶♀️➡️🌳🕵️ Historic Germantown's Stamp Rally runs from April 19th through June 21st 2025. Stamp Rally Walks are a great way to begin or continue your Stamp Rally adventure while connecting
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This Walk: Stamp Rally Walk @ Cliveden
⌚Friday, May 30th | 10:00–11:00am
📍Meet at: Cliveden, 6401 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19144
Bring your yoga mat, and join us for a morning yoga class and a walk around the beautiful grounds of Cliveden! Connect with nature, meet new friends, and learn about the rich history of the estate. Enjoy a fun scavenger hunt—and don’t forget to collect your stamp!
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Additional Walks:
Friday, June 6th – Allens Lane Art Center
⌚Time: 10:00am-11:00am
📍Start Location: Allens Lane Art Center front entrance, 601 W Allens Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19119
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May 30, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Location
Cliveden of the National Trust
6401 Germantown Avenue
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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May 30, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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This year marks Historic RittenhouseTown's 5th Annual TownFair! Join us on our 20 acre arboretum site for a free community event promoting local artists, crafts, history, and health & wellness activities at our
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May 31, 2025 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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May 31, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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New Jersey based historical musicians, The Ministers of Apollo, will play 19th-century music in Cliveden's Parlor on Saturday, May 31st, 12pm to 4pm. Tour the first floor of the house
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Music in the Parlor is generously supported by The Haley Foundation.
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May 31, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location
Cliveden of the National Trust
6401 Germantown Avenue
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Historic Germantown's Green Space Stamp Rally is back for 2025! This year, the Stamp Rally takes visitors on a journey to 18 Northwest Philadelphia locations, from Grumblethorpe with its bountiful farms
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This year, the Stamp Rally takes visitors on a journey to 18 Northwest Philadelphia locations, from Grumblethorpe with its bountiful farms and gardens to the well-curated Victorian Garden at Ebenezer Maxwell Mansion, along with the addition of Mt. Airy’s Allens Lane Art Center. The Stamp Rally gives visitors a fun and engaging way to connect with landmarks and history while earning prizes for collecting stamps.
Between April 19 and June 21, participants can pick up a FREE Stamp Rally booklet at Historic Germantown’s headquarters (5501 Germantown Avenue), open every Thursday through Saturday, from noon to 4 p.m. Booklets can also be obtained by visiting any of the partner sites during each organization’s normal operating hours. Visitors can collect stamps at each of the participating locations and can also scan a QR code at each site to answer questions included in the Stamp Rally booklet.
Stamp Rally participants can visits sites on their own, or join a Stamp Rally Walk. Planned Stamp Rally Walk locations include the Awbury Arboretum on April 19th, Historic Fair Hill on May 3rd (Bilingual English/Spanish walk), Historic RittenhouseTown on May 9th, Cliveden on May 30th, and Allens Lane Art Center on June 6. For more information on walks, prizes, and other Stamp Rally details, visit the Stamp Rally page here.
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Month Long Event (June)
Location
Historic Germantown
5501 Germantown Avenue
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Join your neighbors for A Slice of Democracy. Free Pizza and Teach-Ins Monthly, 6:00-7:30pm at Stenton Museum. Our schedule is as follows: Tuesday May 6 - Inside Philly's School System Tuesday June 3
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Our schedule is as follows:
Tuesday May 6 - Inside Philly's School System
Tuesday June 3 - Financing Affordable Housing
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June 3, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location
Stenton
4601 N 18th St
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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June 5, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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📖🚶♀️➡️🌳🕵️ Historic Germantown's Stamp Rally runs from April 19th through June 21st 2025. Stamp Rally Walks are a great way to begin or continue your Stamp Rally adventure while connecting
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This Walk: Stamp Rally Walk @ Allens Lane Art Center
⌚Friday, June 6th | 10:00–11:00am
📍Meet at: Allens Lane Art Center front entrance, 601 W Allens Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19119
Join us for a walk around the beautiful grounds of Allens Lane Park! Connect with nature, meet new friends, and learn about the history of the Art Center. Don’t forget to collect your stamp!
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June 6, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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June 6, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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June 7, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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The Hall of Fame celebrates the achievements of individuals who have contributed to the rich cultural history and community of our beloved “Old German Township” (Germantown, Mt. Airy and Chestnut
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June 11, 2025 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
The Commodore John Barry Arts and Cultural Center
6815 Emlen St
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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June 12, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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June 13, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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June 14, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Celebrate 406 years of resilience with events and activities up and down the 6300 block of Germantown Avenue. Hosted by Johnson House Historic Site.
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June 14, 2025 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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June 19, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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June 20, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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The Germantown Historical Society is excited to present Cardboard Genuis: The Architectural Marvels of Kambel Smith, on view from March 29, 2025 through June 29, 2025. The museum's galleries are
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The exhibition will feature 11 works by Germantown-based self-taught artist Kambel Smith. Smith is known for his use of found materials, especially cardboard, in his intricate recreations of architectural landmarks. Smith, who “views his autism as a superpower,” creates these masterpieces entirely from memory, and often draws inspiration from the built environment around him in Philadelphia. His work has drawn recent attention from the art world, exhibiting in both solo and group shows and at art fairs nationally and internationally. Smith’s pieces have recently been acquired by the American Folk Art Museum, The West Collection, and private collectors.
This exhibition was produced in collaboration with Chris Byrne, Founder and Director of the Elaine De Kooning House (East Hampton, NY), where Smith previously held a residency, and Kambel and his family. The show will feature several models of Philadelphia landmarks, including Congregation Rodeph Shalom, the Chinatown arch, and Germantown’s Nugent Home.
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June 21, 2025 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm