20/20 Photo Festival at Cherry Street Pier
The 20/20 Photo Festival brings together photographers, curators, publishers, and the public to celebrate the breadth of contemporary photography through free, accessible public programming, including a photo book fair and exhibitions at Cherry Street Pier. Curated by Katie Tackman with Gravy Studio.
Opening Reception: Saturday, September 12, 12-5 pm
Explore the following at Cherry Street Pier:
20/20 Call for Entry: Transforming Landscapes
The 20/20 Photo Festival call for entry exhibit Transforming Landscapes, juried by Philadelphia-based photographer Andrew Piccone, encouraged artists to reflect on the evolution of the American landscape over the past 250 years. This includes not only physical terrains, but also the technological, societal, political, scientific, and artistic environments that shape contemporary life. Sponsored by Lexjet.
50 Years of The Photo Review Photography Competition
Celebrating Philadelphia’s place in photography history and The Photo Review’s role in promoting photography locally and nationally over its 50-year existence. The exhibit at Cherry Street Pier traces the history of its annual photography competition over the past 40 years, featuring both local and nationally recognized artists. Sponsored by Lexjet.
PhotoLounge Film Photography Club Tote Bag Exhibit
This exhibition showcases the Film Photography Club’s creative vision at Photolounge through a collection of black-and-white photographs transformed into functional works of art. Captured on film and printed on tote bags by Static Age, these images bring photography beyond the gallery wall and into everyday life. Together, the exhibition celebrates the distinctive qualities of analog photography, the shared experience of making images, and the creativity and community that bring photographers together. Sponsored by Static Age.
The Ben Franklin Bridge at 100: Photographs by James B. Abbott
Spanning more than four decades of Abbott’s work (1982–2023), the exhibition features photographs from four distinct bodies of work documenting the Ben Franklin Bridge and its evolving urban landscape. Beginning with images captured in the 1980s, visitors will see how the neighborhoods surrounding the bridge transformed over time.
What to Know Before You Go:
Parking on-site will be limited due to construction on the I-95 CAP. However, you can access the Waterfront in many great ways, including walking and biking along the Delaware River Trail, rideshare, and public transit. To ensure a seamless visit, guests can visit the Know Before You Go guide for parking recommendations, directions, FAQs, and more.