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'Isolation Ward, Curved Corridor': Who passed this way?

"Ellis Island Ghosts' at Michener Art Museum

Our ancestors, the immigrants

At a time when anti-immigrant feelings run high in America, two photographers of different generations remind us of the need to show compassion to newcomers.

Jane Biberman

Articles 3 minute read

"Tut and the Golden Age' at Franklin Institute

In his latest encore, the ancient Egyptian ruler, who returned to life in the 20th Century to create the modern museum blockbuster, demonstrates that he’s still the boss.

Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs. Through September 30, 2007 at Franklin Institute, 20th St. and Benj. Franklin Pkwy. (215) 448-1200 or www2.fi.edu.
Robert Zaller

Robert Zaller

Articles 4 minute read

Constitution Center's '9/11: A Nation Remembers'

Predictable patriotic symbols dominate this clichéd exercise in post-9/11 photojournalism. I found little related to victims, the war in Iraq, or even expressions of hope. But the sight of one tattered flag alone is worth the admission price.

“9/11: A Nation Remembers.” Photographs by Jonathan Hyman.
Through January 1, 2007, at the National
Constitution Center, 525 Arch Street. 215-409-6700 or www.constituti
Gresham Riley

Gresham Riley

Articles 5 minute read