Over the years, the Association has advocated for good civic design, the commissioning and placement of permanent and temporary public art along the Parkway, and the presentation of innovative public programming.

As of 2017, only twelve medals have been awarded since the first was given in 1936, with recipients including Isamu Noguchi, Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen, and Mark di Suvero.

Philadelphia boasts three generations of Calders, whose numerous works enhance our outdoor experience of the city and the park.

Home to one of the largest collections of public art in the country, there’s plenty to see in Philadelphia. Follow one of our self-guided public art tours below to uncover an array of sculptures around the city. Tours are grouped by location and highlight whether they are bicycle friendly, walking friendly, or both.

Created in collaboration with the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, our bike map highlights sculpture stops and scenic views throughout Fairmount Park.

Artists flocked from all reaches of the globe racing to be a part of Paris’ artistic movements in the early 20th century – but at the same time creative minds from France made their mark on Philadelphia with the realization of our grand boulevard, the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.