Landmark Tour
One of 67 National Historic Landmarks in the city of Philadelphia, Fairmount Water Works tells the story of the rise of the first successful water supply system in our young […]
Events for August 24, 2024 - July 27, 2024
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Dew Drop-In
All ages are welcome to join us at Dew Drop-In workshops on Saturdays at Fairmount Water Works! During March's theme, The Color of Water, we're exploring what affects the appearance […]
International Day of Sites & Monuments
On Saturday, April 18, from 2 to 3:30 p.m., join the Fairmount Water Works for a Cultural Heritage Tour. See how the Fairmount Water Works continues to meet the challenges […]
Lafayette Historic Tour of Fairmount Water Works
The Marquis de Lafayette was 19 when he first came to America in 1777 to fight for its freedom. When he returned in August, 1824 for his farewell tour he […]
World Heritage Month: Loving Our Landmarks Tour
Come experience the story of Philadelphia’s water—past, present, and future. Join us for our Cultural Heritage Tour at one of Philadelphia’s most iconic landmarks. See how the Fairmount Water Works […]
CURRENTS: A Multimedia Exhibition Opening Reception
In CURRENTS, ten prominent local artists will expose the hidden mysteries of the raw architecture and underground corridors beneath the historic Fairmount Water Works (FWW). Imaginative site-specific artworks will immerse visitors […]
WE THE PEOPLE: Preserve Our Right To Clean Water Preview Reception
WE THE PEOPLE: Preserve Our Right To Clean Water 4th Annual Special Fine Art Exhibition Preview Reception The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) has been a national leader in educating the […]
Curator-Led Tour of WE THE PEOPLE Fine Art Exhibition
ART EXHIBIT TOURS WE THE PEOPLE: 4th ANNUAL ART EXHIBIT AT FWWIC We welcome visitors to register in advance for personal and engaging tours with Thom Duffy, Curator. Visitors will […]
Curator-Led Tour of WE THE PEOPLE Fine Art Exhibition
ART EXHIBIT TOURS WE THE PEOPLE: 4th ANNUAL ART EXHIBIT AT FWWIC We welcome visitors to register in advance for personal and engaging tours with Thom Duffy, Curator. Visitors will […]
CURRENTS: Taji Ra’oof Nahl – Special Artist Performance
Join us in this Special Artist Performance of CURRENTS! In CURRENTS, imaginative site-specific artworks will immerse visitors in the voices of the river and the history and ecology of the […]