Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia, PA, has a significant connection to Juneteenth through its historical role in the abolitionist movement and African American culture. As a key city in the Underground Railroad network, Philadelphia's rich history includes prominent figures who supported emancipation. The city celebrates Juneteenth with cultural events and educational programs that honor its role in the fight for freedom and its continued dedication to the legacy of African American liberation.
Featured Artist
Keisha Whatley
“I am going to make everything around me beautiful; that will be my life.” This quote expresses Keisha’s mission in life: to make everything around her beautiful. The Germantown ArtHaus is the most recent expression of this mission.
Raised in West Philadelphia, Keisha is a proud High School for the Creative and Performing Arts alumni. At a very young age, Keisha excelled at drawing and painting and went on to study at Parsons School of Design (NY), The School of Visual Arts (NY) and The Art Institute of Philadelphia (PA). She started Custom Arts Studio, LLC, a full-service visual arts business, in 2014.
Her accomplishments include:
-
Over 15 years education & program administration experience
-
Specialty in arts, career exposure, and STEAM* Programming -
Served as Director of a college access program for underserved youth -
Served as Program Manager for multiple STEAM in-school and out-of-school time programs
​Her work is a part of the permanent collections of The Please Touch Museum, The Black Writers Museum and The Colored Girls Museum, and has also been exhibited at The Barnes Foundation Museum on the Ben Franklin Parkway. A Small Business Spotlight on QVC and The Home Shopping Network are some of her most recent achievements.
​
Get Involved
Join us in painting a brighter future! Volunteer your time, financially contribute to our cause, and support the 2025 Absolute Equality-Juneteenth Mural Project. Together, we can create art that celebrates freedom, equality, and community.
Get involved today!