Support Local Art @ the Magic Beyond the Gardens Fundraiser

Inside the Philadelphia Magic Gardens

One of my favorite places in the entire city is Philadelphia Magic Gardens. You won’t find any plants here though. Instead, you’ll discover an absolutely breathtaking art installation. The site features the work of famed mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar, who has also done work all over Philadelphia. It’s a place that really must be seen to be believed.

You can help support these incredible works of art by participating in the Magic Beyond the Gardens Fall Fundraiser. The Magic Gardens will be offering two days worth of events that celebrate and showcase Zagar’s contributions to the city of Philadelphia.

The details for each of the events are after the jump!

Mosaic Mural Celebrity Trolley Tour: $75/single
Saturday, October 2, 9:30am-1:30pm

Join PMG creator, Isaiah Zagar, and Mural Arts Program Director, Jane Golden, on a special tour of some of the area’s most spectacular mosaics—a once in a lifetime opportunity. The two-hour tour begins at Black ‘N’ Brew, a fully mosaiced café, and concludes with lunch in the sparkling courtyard of Da Vinci’s Italian restaurant. Lunch is included in tour pricing. Reservations are required.

Storytelling at Supper Restaurant: $75/single
Saturday, October 2, 5:00-6:30pm

Join Isaiah and Julia Zagar for a lovely, intimate dinner especially designed for this event by Supper chef Mitch Prensky. Enjoy three courses of locally-cultivated foods accompanied by an open wine bar and signature drinks. After dinner, view one-of-a-kind artist books created by Zagar, chronicling both Zagar and Philadelphia’s growing art community. Reservations are required.

A Night in the Garden: $100/single; $150/pair*
Saturday, October 2, 6:30pm -10:00pm

Amid hundreds of elegant white candles, enjoy an evening of entertainment and refreshments like no other! PMG’s new exhibition, Magic Beyond the Gardens: Exploring the Zagar Influence opens, featuring various artworks and documents that emphasize the artistic/community influences of the Zagars throughout our city and beyond. Feast on delicious hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants, enjoy a wide variety of entertainment, and listen to notable speakers that include Gary Steuer, Chief Cultural Consultant of Philadelphia. Assist in the creation of a Zagar mosaic and select from many enticing silent auction items.

*Receive a special discount on “A Night in the Garden” if your job is in the arts, culture, and creative economy: $65/single; $115/pair.

The Secret Garden: Mural & Watkins Street Tour: $45/single; $75/pair
Sunday, October 3, 12:00-3:00pm

Begin your day with a light brunch and mimosas in the glittering PMG courtyard, then climb aboard a trolley to view the best of Isaiah Zagar’s South Philadelphia mosaics, hosted by PMG’s Executive Director . Conclude the trolley portion of the tour at 1002 Watkins Street, a 10,000 square-foot mosaiced warehouse that has never been shown to the public! Zagar himself will guide you through this amazing space and share some incredible anecdotes about the imagery and history of the site. Reservations are required.

Magic Beyond the Gardens package: $225/single; $400/pair
Saturday, October 2 – Sunday, October 3, 2010

Enjoy all four events in the Magic Beyond the Gardens fundraiser: “Mosaic Mural Celebrity Tour,” “Storytelling at Supper,” “A Night in the Garden,” and “The Secret Garden: Mural & Watkins Street Tour” at enormous savings! By purchasing the Magic Beyond the Gardens package, singles save $70 and pairs save an incredible $125 on the featured events. This package truly shows support for PMG’s rapidly growth and success.

For more information about these events and more, please click here.

Are these events outside your price range? You can still enjoy the Philadelphia Magic Gardens and support the arts, just by visiting them during their normal public hours. Entry is just $5 for adults, and $25 for year-long pass. The Gardens are located at 1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147.