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Magic Gardens Studio & Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio Combo Tour
Description for Magic Gardens Studio & Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio Combo Tour
Second Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
10:00-11:00 a.m. Tour the Magic Gardens Studio (1002 Watkins Street)
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tour the Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio (1606 S. 8th Street)$30 per person (a $10 savings!)
$10 per PMG Member*Spend your morning exploring two South Philly art gems!
Magic Gardens Studio
In 2007 at the age of 68 Isaiah Zagar began work on what would become his largest art environment, the Magic Gardens Studio. The 10,000 square foot warehouse is completely covered with mosaics and is three times larger than his previous project at the Magic Gardens Museum. The space was recently gifted to the nonprofit Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (PMG) by Isaiah and his wife Julia and opened to the public in 2024.A knowledgeable educator will lead a 60 minute tour of the first floor of the studio followed by time to look closely and explore on your own. Learn about the artist, his influences, and the many collaborations that made the Magic Gardens Studio possible. See where tiles were created and materials amassed for Isaiah’s mosaics. Discover how the nonprofit PMG is preserving the space and still actively working in the Studio.
The Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio
A century-old firehouse stable houses over 300 dynamic welded metal sculptures and abstract paintings by the late artist Dina Wind (1938–2014) and shares space with the working jewelry and fine art studio of her son, John Wind, acclaimed fine artist, jewelry designer, and president of the Dina Wind Art Foundation.Guests are invited to tour the studio and collection, enjoy refreshments on the rooftop sculpture deck, and explore and purchase a curated selection of art-to-wear jewelry, fine art, and catalogues—all in support of the Foundation’s mission. This is more than a gallery—it’s a deeply personal creative environment that celebrates fierce women artists, multi-generational artistry, fashion-forward design, and the behind-the-scenes process of a living contemporary artist. An intimate, high-impact experience for both Philly locals and adventurous travelers.
Tickets must be purchased in advance and go on sale one month in advance. Tickets are not refundable.
*Reservations are required for PMG members and are limited to 1 discounted ticket per tour for Individual Members and 2 discounted tickets per tour for Dual Memberships and above. Please sign in to our website or call 215.733.0390 to reserve. Become a PMG member!
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Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Description for Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Location: The Magic Gardens Studio, 1002 Watkins Street, Philadelphia (1 mile away from the Magic Gardens Museum)
Second Tuesdays and Fourth Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.
$25 per person
PMG Members attend free*In 2007 at the age of 68 Isaiah Zagar began work on what would become his largest art environment, the Magic Gardens Studio at 1002 Watkins Street in South Philadelphia. The 10,000 square foot warehouse is completely covered with mosaics and is three times larger than his previous project at the Magic Gardens Museum. The space was recently gifted to the nonprofit Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (PMG) by Isaiah and his wife Julia and opened to the public in 2024.
A knowledgeable educator will lead a 60 minute tour of the first floor of the studio followed by time to look closely and explore on your own. Learn about the artist, his influences, and the many collaborations that made the Magic Gardens Studio possible. See where tiles were created and materials amassed for Isaiah’s mosaics. Discover how the nonprofit PMG is preserving the space and still actively working in the Studio.
On the second Tuesday of each month, extend your tour with a discounted combo ticket that also includes exclusive access to the Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio. Learn more and purchase tickets for that experience here.
Tickets should be purchased in advance and are not refundable. Read about what to expect at the Magic Gardens Studio.
*Reservations are required for PMG members and are limited to 1 ticket per tour for Individual Members and 2 tickets per tour for Dual Memberships and above. Please sign in to our website or call 215.733.0390 to reserve. Become a PMG member!
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Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Description for Magic Gardens Studio Tour
ocation: The Magic Gardens Studio, 1002 Watkins Street, Philadelphia (1 mile away from the Magic Gardens Museum)
Second Tuesdays and Fourth Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.
$25 per person
PMG Members attend free*In 2007 at the age of 68 Isaiah Zagar began work on what would become his largest art environment, the Magic Gardens Studio at 1002 Watkins Street in South Philadelphia. The 10,000 square foot warehouse is completely covered with mosaics and is three times larger than his previous project at the Magic Gardens Museum. The space was recently gifted to the nonprofit Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (PMG) by Isaiah and his wife Julia and opened to the public in 2024.
A knowledgeable educator will lead a 60 minute tour of the first floor of the studio followed by time to look closely and explore on your own. Learn about the artist, his influences, and the many collaborations that made the Magic Gardens Studio possible. See where tiles were created and materials amassed for Isaiah’s mosaics. Discover how the nonprofit PMG is preserving the space and still actively working in the Studio.
On the second Tuesday of each month, extend your tour with a discounted combo ticket that also includes exclusive access to the Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio. Learn more and purchase tickets for that experience here.
Tickets should be purchased in advance and are not refundable. Read about what to expect at the Magic Gardens Studio.
*Reservations are required for PMG members and are limited to 1 ticket per tour for Individual Members and 2 tickets per tour for Dual Memberships and above. Please sign in to our website or call 215.733.0390 to reserve. Become a PMG member!
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Magic Gardens Studio & Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio Combo Tour
Description for Magic Gardens Studio & Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio Combo Tour
Second Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
10:00-11:00 a.m. Tour the Magic Gardens Studio (1002 Watkins Street)
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tour the Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio (1606 S. 8th Street)$30 per person (a $10 savings!)
$10 per PMG Member*Spend your morning exploring two South Philly art gems!
Magic Gardens Studio
In 2007 at the age of 68 Isaiah Zagar began work on what would become his largest art environment, the Magic Gardens Studio. The 10,000 square foot warehouse is completely covered with mosaics and is three times larger than his previous project at the Magic Gardens Museum. The space was recently gifted to the nonprofit Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (PMG) by Isaiah and his wife Julia and opened to the public in 2024.A knowledgeable educator will lead a 60 minute tour of the first floor of the studio followed by time to look closely and explore on your own. Learn about the artist, his influences, and the many collaborations that made the Magic Gardens Studio possible. See where tiles were created and materials amassed for Isaiah’s mosaics. Discover how the nonprofit PMG is preserving the space and still actively working in the Studio.
The Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio
A century-old firehouse stable houses over 300 dynamic welded metal sculptures and abstract paintings by the late artist Dina Wind (1938–2014) and shares space with the working jewelry and fine art studio of her son, John Wind, acclaimed fine artist, jewelry designer, and president of the Dina Wind Art Foundation.Guests are invited to tour the studio and collection, enjoy refreshments on the rooftop sculpture deck, and explore and purchase a curated selection of art-to-wear jewelry, fine art, and catalogues—all in support of the Foundation’s mission. This is more than a gallery—it’s a deeply personal creative environment that celebrates fierce women artists, multi-generational artistry, fashion-forward design, and the behind-the-scenes process of a living contemporary artist. An intimate, high-impact experience for both Philly locals and adventurous travelers.
Tickets must be purchased in advance and go on sale one month in advance. Tickets are not refundable.
*Reservations are required for PMG members and are limited to 1 discounted ticket per tour for Individual Members and 2 discounted tickets per tour for Dual Memberships and above. Please sign in to our website or call 215.733.0390 to reserve. Become a PMG member!
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Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Description for Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Location: The Magic Gardens Studio, 1002 Watkins Street, Philadelphia (1 mile away from the Magic Gardens Museum)
Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.
$25 per person
PMG Members attend free*In 2007 at the age of 68 Isaiah Zagar began work on what would become his largest art environment, the Magic Gardens Studio at 1002 Watkins Street in South Philadelphia. The 10,000 square foot warehouse is completely covered with mosaics and is three times larger than his previous project at the Magic Gardens Museum. The space was recently gifted to the nonprofit Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (PMG) by Isaiah and his wife Julia and opened to the public in 2024.
A knowledgeable educator will lead a 60 minute tour of the first floor of the studio followed by time to look closely and explore on your own. Learn about the artist, his influences, and the many collaborations that made the Magic Gardens Studio possible. See where tiles were created and materials amassed for Isaiah’s mosaics. Discover how the nonprofit PMG is preserving the space and still actively working in the Studio.
On the second Tuesday of each month, extend your tour with a discounted combo ticket that also includes exclusive access to the Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio. Learn more and purchase tickets for that experience here.
Tickets must be purchased in advance and go on sale one month in advance. Tickets are not refundable. Read about what to expect at the Magic Gardens Studio.
*Reservations are required for PMG members and are limited to 1 ticket per tour for Individual Members and 2 tickets per tour for Dual Memberships and above. Please sign in to our website or call 215.733.0390 to reserve. Become a PMG member!
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Everything But the Kitchen Sink Workshop
Description for Everything But the Kitchen Sink Workshop
Ages 12+
Good for: First time mosaic artists, Creating a small mosaic$55 per person
$40 PMG membersLocation: Magic Gardens Studio, 1002 Watkins Street, Philadelphia
Isaiah Zagar, creator of Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, has a very unique and, some say, liberating method for creating mosaics. In this two-hour workshop the PMG education team will help you explore techniques used in the Zagar Method. Participants will examine Zagar murals, prepare and create materials, and make a mosaic.
You will learn how to cut glass, break tile, mix grout, and lay out a small 9″ x 9″ mosaic to take home. This workshop will empower you with mosaic-making skills and inspiration for future endeavors.
- This workshop is held at our Magic Gardens Studio location (1002 Watkins Street), NOT at the Magic Gardens Museum.
- This workshop is open to participants ages 12+, but all participants under 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult participant.
- PMG members, please log in to our website or call 215-733-0390 to receive your discount.
- Tickets are not refundable.
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Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Description for Magic Gardens Studio Tour
Location: The Magic Gardens Studio, 1002 Watkins Street, Philadelphia (1 mile away from the Magic Gardens Museum)
Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.
$25 per person
PMG Members attend free*In 2007 at the age of 68 Isaiah Zagar began work on what would become his largest art environment, the Magic Gardens Studio at 1002 Watkins Street in South Philadelphia. The 10,000 square foot warehouse is completely covered with mosaics and is three times larger than his previous project at the Magic Gardens Museum. The space was recently gifted to the nonprofit Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens (PMG) by Isaiah and his wife Julia and opened to the public in 2024.
A knowledgeable educator will lead a 60 minute tour of the first floor of the studio followed by time to look closely and explore on your own. Learn about the artist, his influences, and the many collaborations that made the Magic Gardens Studio possible. See where tiles were created and materials amassed for Isaiah’s mosaics. Discover how the nonprofit PMG is preserving the space and still actively working in the Studio.
On the second Tuesday of each month, extend your tour with a discounted combo ticket that also includes exclusive access to the Dina Wind Art Foundation/John Wind Studio. Learn more and purchase tickets for that experience here.
Tickets must be purchased in advance and go on sale one month in advance. Tickets are not refundable. Read about what to expect at the Magic Gardens Studio.
*Reservations are required for PMG members and are limited to 1 ticket per tour for Individual Members and 2 tickets per tour for Dual Memberships and above. Please sign in to our website or call 215.733.0390 to reserve. Become a PMG member!
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Morning Magic Tour
Description for Morning Magic Tour
Location: The Magic Gardens Museum, 1020 South Street, Philadelphia
Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 10:00 a.m.
$25 per person
Members attend free*Explore the Magic Gardens Museum with a knowledgeable educator on a 40 minute guided tour followed by 20 minutes to explore the space on your own before we open to the public. Learn about the history of the artists, neighborhood, and artwork in a tranquil setting. This tour also includes access to the fully mosaicked basement, which is not normally open for general admission visitors.
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Tickets must be purchased in advance and go on sale one month in advance. Tours happen rain or shine. Tickets are not refundable. Voice amplifier headsets are available upon request.
*Reservations are required for PMG members and are limited to 1 ticket per tour for Individual Members and 2 tickets per tour for Dual Memberships and above. Please sign in to our website or call 215.733.0390 to reserve. Become a PMG member!
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