Northern Liberties has seen exponential growth in recent years, learn about the neighborhood's history at the Northern Liberties: From World’s Workshop to Hipster Mecca and the People in Between exhibition at The Philadelphia History Museum. (Photo by Jennifer Baker courtesy Philadelphia History Museum)
In conjunction with its Philadelphia Voices exhibit about hipster haven Northern Liberties, the Philadelphia History Museum presents a multimedia program on Saturday, March 8 at 2 p.m.
During Conversations: Northern Liberties in Words and Film, the museum will host readings about the reinvented neighborhood by speakers including Northern Liberties Neighbors Association president Matt Ruben and notable local author Nathaniel Popkin.
The Philly-tastic event also includes a screening of the 30-minute film Northern Liberties: Destitute Urban Carnival Reborn!, which explores the transformation of NoLibs from postwar industrial district to headquarters for Philly’s most creative minds.
Tickets to the program cost $10, which includes admission to the museum. Register online today.
Before or after the event, be sure to allot some time to exploring this hyper-local museum, with current exhibits including examinations Tony Auth’s art as well as the Philadelphia silver industry.
Conversations: Northern Liberties in Words and Film
When: Saturday, March 8, 2 p.m.
Where: Philadelphia History Museum, 15 S. 7th Street
Cost: $10, including museum admission
More info: www.philadelphiahistory.org