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Vox Populi Gallery

Vox Populi Gallery
319 North 11th Street, 3rd Floor
215-238-1236

Mission Statement:

Vox Populi is an artist collective that works to support the challenging and experimental work of under-represented artists with monthly exhibitions, gallery talks, performances, lectures, and related programming.

About:

Founded in 1988, Vox Populi is an artist collective that works to support the challenging and experimental work of under-represented artists with monthly exhibitions, gallery talks, performances, lectures, and related programming. For over 20 years, Vox has played a unique role in the cultural life of Philadelphia by bringing our audience a diverse range of programming and providing a supportive environment in which artists can take risks and gain valuable professional experience.

With a rotating membership and a commitment to working collectively, the gallery is a vital forum for the development and exchange of artistic ideas. Vox's comprehensive exhibition schedule includes solo shows of both member and guest artists, a curated video lounge, annual guest-curated shows, exchanges with peer organizations and group shows that provide critical exposure for emerging artists.


Upcoming Events at Vox Populi Gallery

Exhibition - Terms and Conditions Apply - Aaron Terry

Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Becoming The Sound - Toshi Makihara

Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Of Water - Makeba 'Keebs' Rainey

Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Conjuring Cruelty - Amy Yoshitsu and Johannah Herr

Sunday, Sep 15, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Terms and Conditions Apply - Aaron Terry

Friday, Sep 20, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Becoming The Sound - Toshi Makihara

Friday, Sep 20, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Of Water - Makeba 'Keebs' Rainey

Friday, Sep 20, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Conjuring Cruelty - Amy Yoshitsu and Johannah Herr

Friday, Sep 20, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Terms and Conditions Apply - Aaron Terry

Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Becoming The Sound - Toshi Makihara

Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Of Water - Makeba 'Keebs' Rainey

Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Conjuring Cruelty - Amy Yoshitsu and Johannah Herr

Saturday, Sep 21, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Terms and Conditions Apply - Aaron Terry

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Becoming The Sound - Toshi Makihara

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Exhibition - Of Water - Makeba 'Keebs' Rainey

Sunday, Sep 22, 2024 from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Vox Populi
Philadelphia, PA
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Recent News

Exhibition - Terms and Conditions Apply - Aaron Terry at Vox Populi Gallery

Presented in Gallery 1 “Terms and Conditions Apply,” invites viewers to engage in two distinct ways: as passive observers or as active participants. This approach mirrors the capitalist practice of glossing over fine print of…

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Exhibition - Becoming The Sound - Toshi Makihara at Vox Populi Gallery

Toshi Makihara Instagram Videos 2023-2024 Presented in Black Box Curated by Victor Vieira-Branco A selection of miniature videos by Toshi Makihara, originally intended for Instagram. About the Artist Toshi Makihara‘s (b. 1960) performance…

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Exhibition - Of Water - Makeba 'Keebs' Rainey at Vox Populi Gallery

Of Water: NSU BURA Presented in Gallery 2 Water whispers ancient truths, its flowing currents a mirror to the soul. By its edge, meditation becomes a silent dialogue with the infinite. In its depths lies both clarity and mystery, inviting us to…

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Exhibition - Conjuring Cruelty - Amy Yoshitsu and Johannah Herr at Vox Populi Gallery

Presented in Gallery 3 Inherited and Re-made by Amy Yoshitsu (she/they) brings language, as an articulator of internalizations, persuasions, fears and assumptions, to human body scale. This new work is a deeply personal approach to the many ways…

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Open Call for 'Cabinet Of: Vox Populi's $99 Exhibition'

Vox Populi is now accepting submissions for our annual exhibition and fundraiser, Cabinet Of: Vox Populi's $99 Exhibition, from now until September 25th, 11:59pm. We are asking local Philadelphia artists (within 90 miles of the city) to donate work…

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Exhibition - Eight: This is How to Come Home at Vox Populi Gallery

EIGHT is a group exhibition highlighting the collected artworks of Vox Populi’s New Member cohort: Ali Ruffner, Cayla Lockwood, Chenxi Shao, Cynthia Zhou, Eugenio Salas, Evan Greensweig, Gregory Donell Parker, and Victor Vieira-Branco. Since…

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Submit To Our 2024 Juried Show Open Call

Vox Populi is NOW Accepting Applications for our 19th annual Juried Show! Science fiction writer Arthur C. Clarke formulated three adages that are known as Clarke’s three laws, of which the third is best known and most widely cited:…

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Vox Populi Gallery News - February 8, 2024

Final Week for our Current Exhibitions Come visit during our gallery ours Thursdays 4-5pm and Fridays-Sundays 12-6pm THIS IS YOUR SIGN TO KEEP GOING, curated by KT Pe Benito, presents video-based agitprop & culturals from the Philippine…

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Vox Populi Gallery News - December 21, 2023

Support Artist-Led Programs and Initiatives in Philadelphia! GIVE HERE There's still time to support Vox's Annual Fund! We still have a ways to go to reach our 5K goal, so whether it's $5 or $50, your contribution will make an impact! 2023 in…

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Vox Populi Gallery News - Announcing Vox Populi's New Executive Director

Vox Populi is pleased to announce the appointment of Blanche Brown [she/hers] as its new Executive Director. Blanche Brown has been acting as Interim Executive Director since October 2022, transitioning collaboratively with Danny Orendorff upon his…

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Vox Populi Gallery News - New Member Applications Due

NEW MEMBER APPS DUE! APPLY HERE We are looking for new voices and perspectives to bring unique ideas to the membership. Artists, creatives, cultural producers, and curators who are committed to experimental practices are all encouraged to apply.…

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July First Friday! Vox Annual Juried Exhibition and Cellphone Library

New Exhibitions Open on Friday, July 7, 2023! Join us for our July First Friday from 6-9pm for two new exhibitions! VOX POPULI’S ANNUAL JURIED EXHIBITION VOX POPULI XVIII: OIL OF MILK Vox Populi’s 18th annual juried exhibition,…

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18th Annual Juried Exhibition - Vox Populi XVIII: Oil of Milk

Vox Populi’s Annual Juried Exhibition Curated by Nirvana Santos-Kuilan Presented in Galleies 1, 2, and 3 at Vox Populi VOX XVIII: Oil of Milkis Vox Populi’s 18th annual juried exhibition, featuring work by 28 contemporary artists…

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Cellphone Library: An Exhibition of Communally Collected Cellphone Videos

An exhibition of communally collected cellphone videos Curated by Vox’s Black Box Committee Presented in Black Box at Vox Populi A receipt paper comes out of an ATM machine, flapping in the wind like an unnaturally long tongue, snippets of…

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Open Call for New Members

OPEN CALL FOR NEW COLLECTIVE MEMBERS! APPLY HERE Vox Populi is currently seeking applications for new collective members, due by 11:59pm on Tuesday, August 1st, 2023. We are looking for new voices and perspectives to bring unique ideas to…

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Vox Populi Gallery Announcing the Vox Circle

BECOME A MONTHLY ALTRUIST! Support one of your favorite artists' run spaces by joining the VOX CIRCLE today! Monthly donors will have access to exclusive experiences, one of a kind artwork, free events, a free drink on First Friday and more. Pick…

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Cellphone Library Open Call and Upcoming Programs

CELLPHONE LIBRARY OPEN CALL: Vox Populi’s Black Box invites you to showcase your most poetic/gorgeous/pathetic/surprising cellphone videos in our gallery space during the month of July. Submit your cellphone masterpieces by MAY 31st for a…

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Vox Populi Gallery News - Four New Exhibitions Open

! New Exhibitions Open Friday ! Join us for our May First Friday from 6-9pm for four new exhibitions! PAINTING IS FROZEN MUSIC A brief survey of artists working In the infernal / beautiful place sometimes called Philadelphia Who are in some…

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Spring, Sprang, Sprung: A Vox Populi Fundraiser at the Clay Studio

Join at Vox Populi for a spring fundraiser on The Clay Studio's beautiful roof deck. Watch the sunset as over 8 local artists perform! Tickets Are Sliding Scale $15-50! But will be $20 at the door. Spring! Sprang! Sprung! is an outdoor celebration…

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Vox Populi Gallery : Apply To Our Juried Call And Check Out Our Upcoming Programs

Juried by Nirvana Santos-Kuilan ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS UNTIL FRIDAY 4/21 Entry Fee: March 21st - April 20th: $30.00 April 21st (Last Day): $40.00 APPLY HERE MARCH & APRIL UPCOMING EVENTS TRANSCRIBING A WILDERNESS: Screening…

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Vox Populi Gallery - Open Call Begins Monday March 13, 2023

Open Call Begins Monday March 13, 2023 Mark your calendars! Vox Populi's 18th Annual Juried Exhibition application goes live from Monday 3/13 until Friday 4/21. Applications received on Monday 3/13 will have NO ENTRY FEE! Vox Populi is…

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Vox Populi Gallery - Construction Updates, Open Calls, Upcoming Events

Black Box Is Open for Programs! Exhibitions will return for First Friday on March 3rd! UPCOMING EVENTS AT VOX all mutable presents Cal fish x Saturn Lavender (spiraling and noise-pop spectrum) with local support from enchanted forest,…

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The Rhinestone Jetski Indoor Pleasure Cruise and Hoilday Market at Icebox Project Space

Come winter, Icebox Project Space will transform into an indoor maritime adventure of epic homosexual proportions. Drag. Music. Shopping. In the year 2022, the Baby Family -Divababy, Savvy and The Moon Baby- present Rhinestone Jetski, a 3 day…

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Vox Populi Gallery : Announcing Leadership Transitions at Vox And Exciting Upcoming Events

All great things must come to an end and Vox Populi is bidding a fond farewell to our Executive Director of the past five years, Danny Orendorff, who we are thrilled to announce has accepted a new position with a museum in Austin, TX. We could not…

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