The Avenue of the Arts
Philadelphia’s iconic Avenue of the Arts is one of the most important cultural corridors in the United States, comparable to similar districts in New York, Chicago, and Washington, D.C. The Avenue plays host to a wide range of cultural events, from Broadway tours to classical music concerts, from experimental theater to jazz performances and dance.
We celebrate this particular section of Broad Street because it embodies the heart and soul of the city, offering a unique blend of art, history, and community.
What is a Rider?
A rider is the area below a street sign that calls attention to notable people of Philadelphia (like John Coltrane) or areas of cultural importance (like the Avenue of the Arts or Philadelphia’s Gayborhood). In Philadelphia anyone can petition the mayor’s office to add an honorary rider to a street sign, and the city council can then approve the rider.
Some of the riders in this series exist in Philadelphia, like the John Coltrane rider. Others do not exist but we made them because we think they should!
