Barnes on the Block Returns!

A summer block party with live music, food trucks, beer garden & art-making activities with free admission to the Barnes collection & exhibitions

Sunday, July 14, 2024  |  Noon – 5:00 pm  |  Barnes Foundation |   2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19130

The Barnes Foundation, in collaboration with Mural Arts Philadelphia, hosts the seventh annual Barnes on the Block on Sunday, July 14, noon–5 pm. Barnes on the Block with Mural Arts Philadelphia is presented by PNC Arts Alive.

“In its seventh year, Barnes on the Block has become a fixture on Philly’s summer calendar, and we’re excited to partner with Mural Arts Philadelphia once again to bring the community together for a day of artful fun for the whole family,” says James Claiborne, Deputy Director for Community Engagement at the Barnes. “This year’s event is a true representation of the vibrancy of the city’s creative community, featuring a stellar lineup of Philadelphia artists, makers, and performers, along with delicious food and beverage options from local vendors.”

“As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we are excited to once again collaborate with the Barnes Foundation for Barnes on the Block,” says Jane Golden, Executive Director of Mural Arts Philadelphia. “This family-oriented celebration of art and music will not only be fun but also highlight the power of art to unite our community. We hope people from every part of the city join us on this special day!”