Governor Josh Shapiro(@GovernorShapiro):Today, I welcomed the family of artist, activist, and Kutztown native Keith Haring to the Governor’s Residence for a celebration of his life and the impact that he continues to have on our Commonwealth today. Keith dedicated his life and unique artistic talents to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and, following his own diagnosis at just 30 years old, advocating for AIDS research. Now, nearly 40 years after his passing, Keith’s work remains on display around the world — including here at the Governor’s Residence. Each piece serves as a reminder of the work we must do to ensure his legacy lives on, and to create a Commonwealth that is warm and welcoming for all Pennsylvanians.

2026.07.29 01:19

Today, I welcomed the family of artist, activist, and Kutztown native Keith Haring to the Governor’s Residence for a celebration of his life and the impact that he continues to have on our Commonwealth today. Keith dedicated his life and unique artistic talents to celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and, following his own diagnosis at just 30 years old, advocating for AIDS research. Now, nearly 40 years after his passing, Keith’s work remains on display around the world — including here at the Governor’s Residence. Each piece serves as a reminder of the work we must do to ensure his legacy lives on, and to create a Commonwealth that is warm and welcoming for all Pennsylvanians.