Temple Contemporary, previously known as Temple Gallery, is a hub for art lovers and the relevant issues related to it. The educational programs ranging from arts to architecture to photography to paintings are free and open to every individual. All the international and local significant matters are raised by its advisory council consisting students, scholars and community leaders. There are number of interesting exhibitions held at this place by the students. Check the website for more.
Dating back to 1982, the University of Pennsylvania LGBT Center is the oldest center of its kind in the city. Operating for more than 25 years today, it welcomes one and all warmly. It also offers educational programs and has over 20 groups of graduate and under graduate students who learn, socialize, conduct events and discussion at the center. It also offers rental spaces for private events and many other good facilities.
The Simeone Automotive Museum is neurosurgeon and avid car collector, Dr. Frederick Simeone's labor of love. Set in an old engine manufacturing factory near the Philadelphia International Airport, it is a must visit for all vintage car enthusiasts. Their collection of more than 60 limited racing cars ever made is a connoisseur's pride. These rare beauties are exhibited in dioramas reminiscent of race courses where these automobiles had contended. Their repertoire starts from 1909 and ends through the mid 1970s. These include the Porsche 917, 1938 Alfa Romeo, The American Underslung, 1916 Stutz Bearcat, Mercer Raceabout, 1963 Corvette Grand Sport, 1931 Bentley and Bugatti. Get a glimpse of how racing has evolved since its inception while walking through this fascination place. It is also touted to be the first of its kind in the continent. The museum even has spaces to rent for various events.
Villanova Theatre situated inside the Villanova University is home to the theater program of the university and plays host to numerous home-produced dramas, musicals, and other theatrical productions. All the theatrical performances hosted at Villanova Theatre are the result of joint efforts between the experienced faculty and the talented students. Classic dramas or contemporary theater, no matter what you are looking for, you will find it at this spectacular theater. Various performances hosted here over the years have garnered widespread appreciation from fans and critics of the art from across the state.