Welcome to the OCJAC!
The Old City Jewish Art Center is a new, exciting and innovative Jewish art center in Old City. Located in the heart of Old City, the OCJAC features a diversity of Jewish artists from across the region. The OCJAC offers a dynamic gallery featuring the works of Philadelphia's finest Jewish artists, and many other programs.
The center hosts a Jewish Art exhibition which changes each month. In addition, we feature a variety of other activities, including:
- First Friday Shabbos Gallery
- Classes and Workshops
- Musical Programs and Concerts
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Recent Updates
Current Events:
First Friday:
“Ethics of the Fathers
(Pirkei Avot)”
Friday, June 3rd 5-9 PM
The participating artists include: Marlene D’Orazio Adler, Kathleen Chapman, Bonnie Goldstein, Diana Taflin Myers, Merle Spandorfer, Carol Wit, and Lois Yampolsky exhibiting a variety of mediums that include collagraphs, monotypes, mixed media and collage, handmade paper and texture elements, etchings, laser prints, and more.
“Ethics of the Fathers"Art Exhibition will run from July 3-29th, 2009
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Artists' Reception:
Meet the Artist Reception is scheduled for Wednesday, July 15th, 6:30-8:30 PM.
Gallery hours are Tuesday – Thursday from 1-6 PM (excluding religious holidays).
Please stop by to browse in our BIG small crafts area and ask about our workshops!
Artist In Residence Program
KNIT WITH WIRE!
with Artist-in-Residence, Diane Litten
Create striking and compelling works of art simply by knitting with wire.
Take home completed bracelet after just one class!
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