Fourth Fridays burst with a celebration of music, history, creativity and community connection. Each month, enjoy free admission to the Civic Museum from 5–9 pm, with live performances starting at 7 pm.

This month, experience the museum like never before as Fourth Friday is part of our Doors Open After Dark celebrations. Free admission begins at 5 p.m., activations run from 6 p.m. to midnight, and local artist Shane Philips presents a soulful concert at 7 p.m.

About The Artist:

Shane Philips is a Toronto-based singer-songwriter who grew up in a musical family along the Grand River in Fergus, Ontario. His early passion for music began with his church choir and evolved into classical Italian opera under the mentorship of Edward Johnson, building a strong foundation for his vocal abilities. Shane’s songwriting talents have been showcased in film, television, and community projects, including work for the Lifetime Network and the Toronto District School Board. As a performer, he has starred in musicals across North America and Europe, including roles in We Love Harry Belafonte and Memories of the Rat Pack, where he portrayed Sammy Davis, Jr. After gaining national recognition on The Voice and touring the U.S., he achieved a career highlight by performing with Stevie Wonder in Toronto in 2015. Motivated by a desire to inspire change, Shane moved to Nashville to release his debut folk album, Social Justice and Peace. In 2016, he performed one of his original songs at a rally during the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia, where his music resonated with thousands of demonstrators. His work continues to emphasize the power of music to promote unity, hope, and social justice.