Source: Penn Museum Description: The Penn Museum provides schools with workshops and speakers from around the globe who can teach students more about their cultures and homelands through intercultural dialogues, world language exercises, and multiple viewpoints about aspects of daily life. The diverse group of speaker workshops feature cultures from regions in Africa, Asia, North/Central/South America,…

Source: Penn Museum Description: Immerse your class in diverse cultural expressions. Local performing artists introduce cultural rituals, traditions, and stories from around the world. These workshops use a range of arts to educate students about vibrant cultural traditions. Please note: some programs are only available for large groups. Website: https://www.penn.museum/sites/k12/field-trips/international-classroom/cultural-performers/

Source: Middle East Center: University of Pennsylvania Description: The Speakers Bureau provides K-12 schools in the greater Philadelphia area with the opportunity to receive free lectures from advanced graduate students from the University of Pennsylvania. The speakers come from a wide variety of disciplines and offer expertise in such fields as politics, culture, religion, art, and…

Source: Denise Valentine Description: Long before she joined the Museum, Denise was an acclaimed storyteller and interpreter dedicated to preserving and sharing African American history with residents of and visitors to Philadelphia. Her story has been wonderfully told as part of Sofiya Ballin’s Black History Untold project and by the Philadelphia Inquirer. We are grateful to her for wisdom,…

Source: Kenneth G. Annand Description: Kenneth G. Annand is a Philadelphia area musician specializing in Scottish Highland Bagpipes. He is available for performances (birthdays, weddings, funerals, etc.). Contact Info: Kevin G. Annand at 484-802-8545

Source: Bethlehem Roberson Description: A Philadelphia native, Bethlehem has been singing since she was a child – singing by herself and vocalizing with her musical cousins. Performing around the region for over 15 years, she is in an-demand professional who has worked with numerous Philly artists and musicians, sung in churches and cafes to notable Philly venues/events including TEDx Philadelphia,The Kimmel Center, Sistah’s Attune and…

Source: Geographical Society Description: The mission of the Geographical Society of Philadelphia is to promote the discovery and appreciation of the many wonders of our world. The society supports world exploration and presents enlightening programs on travel, exploration, geography, science, history and world cultures to our members and the public in the Philadelphia area. Website: www.geographicalsociety.org

Source: Capoeira Description: The mission of Project Capoeira is to promote intercultural understanding and a sense of community through arts education and social outreach. The organization works to preserve, develop and share Capoeira, a Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, games, music, and dance. Project Capoeira takes a lead role in promoting Brazilian culture…

Source: Modero Dance Description: Modero is a community based dance company, events and entertainment services. Modero started as a dance company in 2011.  Sinta decided to start her own dance company after her trip to Poso in Central Sulawesi and consulted with her sister Diana. Her sister gave her blessing and her brother Igor Saykoji designed her logo…

Source: Lyra Society Description: The Lyra Society was created to increase awareness of the harp as a major solo instrument, expand the harp repertoire by commissioning gifted composers, educate young harpists, and enrich the lives of students. The Glissando Philadelphia Schools Harp Program offers in-school presentations—without charge to students—to acquaint and excite young people with the harp.…