February always goes by quickly, but that doesn't mean you should miss out on visiting some of our ACCESS arts organizations this month. Check out some of the new organizations joining the ACCESS Program.
Check out our new ACCESS partners!
The Rail Park
The Rail Park’s mission is to build a bold, transformative, and inclusive public space that connects Philadelphia’s residents and visitors to the city and each other.
Through cross-sector partnership and community collaboration, the Rail Park will transform a historic railway into three miles of linear park and pathway, enriching the health, culture, and ecology of the city, creating an inclusive economic opportunity for Philadelphians. Phase One of the project is located at Broad and Noble, and is free to the public and open daily. The Rail Park also offers guided tours where you will learn about the history of the area, the ecology of our city, and much more. These tours will be available at a discounted rate to ACCESS Cardholders using promo code RAILPARKPHL.
Established in 1993, the Sewell C. Biggs Museum of American Art Museum houses one of the finest collections of American fine and decorative arts. Special features of the permanent collection include the only comprehensive representational American paintings collection on the Delmarva Peninsula with highlights by the Peale family, Albert Bierstadt, Gilbert Stuart, and Childe Hassam. Experience a variety of art forms such as sculptures by Hiram Powers and images by Brandywine School illustrator, Frank E. Schoonover. View Examples of furniture by early-American cabinetmakers such as, the Javier family of Odessa, and William Savery of Philadelphia. The Museum also houses one of the finest collections of regional silver in the country.
The Biggs offers changing exhibitions throughout the year relating to historical and contemporary art topics. Intimate galleries offer guests an unexpected and personal experience with the collection. The museum supports the public education of art through educational programming for adults and children and special events designed to bring art to everyone.
Is there an ACCESS participating organization that you think has exceptional programming, innovative accommodations, or amazing disability-focused exhibitions? We want to hear about it. Send us a message with the subject line "ACCESS Highlights" at info@art-reach.org.
