Electric Street is a narrow alley art installation on South Percy Street in Philadelphia, between Wharton and Reed streets and 9th and 10th streets. David Guinn and Drew Billiau created the LED-light work, set against painted patterns on a building. The surrounding alley has grown into an informal art stop, with miniature dioramas and yarn-wrapped flowers. Go in daylight to see the details clearly, and bring a camera for the colorful compositions.
Where to find the installation
Electric Street is on the 1300 block of South Percy Street, between Wharton and Reed streets and 9th and 10th streets. The narrow alley is the setting for the work by artist David Guinn and lighting designer Drew Billiau, created in 2016.
Art along the alley
The central installation pairs colored LED lights with patterns painted on a nearby building. The wider alley has also accumulated small dioramas and flowers wrapped in yarn, so there is more to look at than the light display alone. Some lights may be out; daylight helps bring out the painted and handmade details.
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Where is Electric Street in Philadelphia?
It is on the 1300 block of South Percy Street, between Wharton and Reed streets and 9th and 10th streets.
What can you see at Electric Street?
The alley has an LED-light installation by David Guinn and Drew Billiau, painted patterns, miniature dioramas and yarn-wrapped flowers.
When is the best time to visit Electric Street?
Go during daylight to see the artwork’s details clearly.
