Philadelphia Portal relocates to City Hall amid parade

The Philadelphia Portal, a virtual video art installation that connects people globally, is set to move from LOVE Park to the City Hall courtyard on Monday morning. The move will commence with a celebratory procession at 9 a.m. along the Ben Franklin Parkway, stopping briefly at the Philadelphia Museum of Art before reaching its new location. This relocation follows incidents of vandalism and aims to avoid further disruptions during the holiday season as well as to accommodate upcoming events, including the nation's 250th anniversary celebrations in July 2026. The Portal will remain active throughout the move, allowing viewers worldwide to participate in this moment of unity. Organizers plan to have it reinstalled and online by lunchtime, with future cultural events anticipated at its new home. The decision to move was influenced by public feedback, though the exact future of the Portal's location beyond City Hall remains uncertain.