In March of 1897, the founders met at Philadelphia School of Design for Women (now Moore College of Art) to realize their vision. They called it The Plastic Club, and later this month, members will celebrate the organization’s 125th anniversary. So Philly women started a group of their own. At the time, these salons and societies banned women, and offered only men the space to discuss and exhibit work. What they couldn’t do: participate in Philadelphia’s art clubs. They studied at the city’s renowned art and design colleges, and worked as illustrators for the town’s top-selling magazines. Philadelphia in the late 19th century was home to some of the country’s most successful and celebrated women artists. □ Love Philly? Sign up for the free Billy Penn newsletter to get everything you need to know about Philadelphia, every day.
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