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First Friday presented by Fulton Bank

January 1–December 6
2024
Location: Cherry Street Pier
Time: 4 pm to 9 pm

Join us on the first Friday of each month for exhibition openings, artist studio tours, markets, and stunning views of the Delaware River.

All exhibitions and events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.  First Friday dates: January 5, February 2, March 1, April 5, May 3, June 7, July 5, August 2, September 6, October 4, November 1, and December 6.

Review the full lineup:

Opening Reception: Cherry Street Pier Holiday Exhibition
Join us for a festive exhibition to inspire gift-giving! Don’t miss the Cherry Street Pier Holiday Exhibition, featuring works from the resident artists, which will be displayed in the gallery from December 6 through December 29.

Opening Reception: Cherry Street Pier Resident Artist Mural Exhibition
Join us for the Cherry Street Pier resident artist mural exhibition, which will be displayed this December featuring murals by the resident artists.

Philadelphia Latino Film Festival Screening
Join us for a screening of shorts hosted by the Philadelphia Latino Film Festival beginning at 4 pm.

“Structural Flow” curated Chris Gaehde
“Structural Flow” explores rhythm, structures, and linear abstraction. The show will include eight drawings and four diptychs by Ghaede in conversation with works by nine other artists. This collection of artworks will illustrate artists’ varied approaches to including and utilizing structural elements.

Kelly Lawler’s “Kindness Encyclopedias”
Don’t miss Kelly Lawler’s “Kindness Encyclopedias” installation on display beginning September 6 at Cherry Street Pier. You are invited to sit, rest, contemplate, write, draw, or doodle in these rescued books. The Encyclopedias are surrounded by 12 chairs that reflect our differences and that which connects us all. We are given the safe space to contemplate how we have each been taught kindness and in what ways we teach kindness.

Art History Paint and Sip with Amy Kelly (Studio 13)
Learn about a famous painter and then create art inspired by their work. Cost: $40. The workshop takes place from 7 pm – 9 pm. 18+ Learn more and register by emailing Amy at 47earrings@gmail.com.

Artist and Artisans Market
Support local artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs at the Artist and Artisans Market. Pick up one-of-a-kind finds at this one-stop shopping experience.

Open Studios
You can also see the Pier’s resident artists at work in their studios and purchase original artwork.

Concessions
Enjoy bites and sips from our local food vendors and discounted items during the Happy Hour on the Waterfront, which runs from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Know Before You Go: 
As you plan your next visit to the Delaware River Waterfront, here is what you need to know before you go: