Flowers

Runs through April 13, Twenty Two Gallery, 236 S. 22nd St., 215-772-1911

If April showers bring May flowers, why is Twenty Two owner Shawn Murray showing paintings of them now? "It's in honor of the Philadelphia Flower Show," says Murray. The exhibit features mixed media by emerging local artists. Murray's favorite piece is Potted Geranium by Lauren Sweeney (pictured). Also, look for Phil Straus' sunlit photograph of blossoming trees at Winterthur.

In Focus

Runs through April 15, Penn Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, 3260 South St., 215-898-4000

Remember when you used to sneak copies of National Geographic into your room just to look at photos of half-naked women? Turns out the magazine has amassed more than 10 million pictures over the last century. This exhibit winnows that collection down to 50 striking photographs that depict everything from American workers to long-dead tribal leaders. "The one that's the most recognizable and iconic to people is the portrait of Afghani girl Sharbot Gula," says Carolyn Reinhardt, the museum's public information assistant. Gula was a teenager when she was first photographed in 1984, but her hauntingly beautiful gaze captured the interest of millions around the globe.

The Phenomenon of Pop Art

Runs through April 16, Philip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art, Ursinus College, 601 E. Main St., Collegeville, 610-409-3500

Like comic books and crack? Find your niche in color-crazy, over-the-top pop art. This student-curated exhibit features classics by Roy Lichtenstein and Andy Warhol, including his iconic Campbell's Soup Can on Shopping Bag and portrait of Jackie Kennedy.