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Wawa Welcome America Day 14: Gospel concert postponed until Monday due to rain

Gospel on Independence will now take place Monday at 8 p.m. at Independence Hall

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Weather impacted Day 14 of the Wawa Welcome America festival.

Gospel on Independence (Postponed)

Wawa Welcome America's 'Gospel on Independence' concert has been postponed until Monday due to Sunday's severe weather, organizers announced.

The event will now take place Monday at 8 p.m. at Independence Hall.

The concert, hosted by WDAS' Patty Jackson, will feature a performance from the Welcome America Mass Choir, directed by Austin Woodlin and Zak Williams, the Six Singing Sista's Ensemble, Philly Remembers Choir, Treena Ferebee and the Generations.

The event will also pay tribute to the 160th Anniversary of the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

The following road closures will take place.

  • North side of Market Street and pedestrian sidewalk between 5th and 6th Streets from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • Market Street between 5th Street and 6th Street from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
  • 6th Street between Chestnut Street and Market Street from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Free admission to Philadelphia's iconic art museum

What: The Philadelphia Museum of Art, a world renowned collection, focused on family friendly activities like Art Kids, The Artist's Mother: Whistler and Philadelphia, an exhibition devoted to the impact in Philadelphia of Whistler's famous painting, and more artists that are typically labeled as "outsider" artists.

When: July 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: 2600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, 19130

Get a free impression of The Barnes Foundation

What: PECO's Free First Sunday Family Day at the Barnes Foundation works to promote the advancement of education and the appreciation of the fine arts and horticulture. The Barnes intends to mirror the diversity of the Philadelphia regional population through the work they display, and by creating an inclusive staff.

When: July 2 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Where: 2025 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA, 19130

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