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Lee ShinJa's Handwoven Portals at Philadelphia Museum of Art

exhibition · 2026-04-27

An exhibition at the Philadelphia Museum of Art showcases artworks spanning from ancient times to the present, highlighting the Rocky statue's influence on local culture, community, and public art. This display includes contributions from five Indigenous artists who address the legacy of the Northwest Boundary Survey (1857–62), available for viewing until May 30. Furthermore, the museum collaborates with 250 international artists, publishers, and booksellers at ArtCenter South Campus in Pasadena, California, honoring the art publishing sector. The festival, taking place from May 8–10 in Manhattan's Lower East Side, will feature more than 80 publishers, along with workshops, panels, and book signings.

Key facts

  • Exhibition at Philadelphia Museum of Art explores Rocky statue's impact on Philadelphia culture
  • Works from antiquity to today are included
  • Five Indigenous artists respond to the Northwest Boundary Survey (1857–62)
  • Exhibition on view through May 30
  • Museum connects with 250 international artists, publishers, and booksellers at ArtCenter South Campus in Pasadena
  • Festival features over 80 publishers
  • Festival includes workshops, panels, and book signings
  • Festival takes place May 8–10 in Manhattan's Lower East Side

Entities

Artists

  • Lee ShinJa

Institutions

  • Philadelphia Museum of Art
  • ArtCenter South Campus

Locations

  • Philadelphia
  • Pasadena
  • California
  • Manhattan
  • Lower East Side

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