Explore the history of the altar and the common structures and visual motifs among them.
- Tuesday, February 7, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Saturday, February 11, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Tuesday, February 14, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Thursday, February 23, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Wednesday, February 29, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
Join your guide to discuss the backgrounds and breakthrough moments of 19th and 20th century artists.
- Wednesday, February 8, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Thursday, February 16, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 21, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Sunday, February 26, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
From tea utensils to ceramic dishes, we’ll explore the ritual and the symbolism of the tea ceremony which has had a profound influence on Japanese art and culture.
- Friday, February 10, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Wednesday, February 15, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Friday, February 24, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, February 28, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join film lecturer Michael McGonigle for “CGI 101: What is Computer-Generated Imagery in Movies?” This talk is followed by a screening of Children of Men.
It’s 2007 in England and there have been no births for eighteen years because of widespread genetic infertility. Is it the end of humanity? Children of Men uses modern computer-generated imagery to tell the story of a radical group that’s forces Clive Owen’s character to help get a special woman out of the country. (2006, 108 minutes, rated R) Free Member event. Space is limited and reservations are required.This tour is perfect for first-time or long standing members, providing an overview of some of the Museum's most renowned treasures in a variety of mediums.
- Wednesday, February 15, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 21, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
This tour explores fashion from both the Middle Ages and the Renaissance to reveal how clothing and hairstyles delineated status.
- Tuesday, March 6, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Thursday, March 22, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Tuesday, March 27, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Friday, March 30, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
Journey with us to Paris as we examine art that portrays the city from 1850 to 1900 as it awakened to become the “City of Light.”
- Thursday, March 8, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Thursday, March 15, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Tuesday, March 20, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 28, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
Tour the exhibit Zoe Strauss: Ten Years, a mid-career retrospective of the American photographer and Philadelphia native’s work.
- Friday, March 9, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Sunday, March 11, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Wednesday, March 14, 2012, Starts at 10:15 a.m.
- Friday, March 23, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
This tour is perfect for first-time or long standing members, providing an overview of some of the Museum's most renowned treasures in a variety of mediums.
- Wednesday, February 15, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 21, 2012, Starts at 2:15 p.m.
Sponsor and Patrons are invited to tour Memorial Hall, the only major structure remaining from Philadelphia’s 1876 Centennial Exhibition. Explore the history, art, and architecture of first home of the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the 1876 World’s Fair.
- Saturday, March 24, 2012, 10:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 28, 2012, 10:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Membership Required
Reservations requiredFree for Members; guests $2 after admission
Space is limited and reservations are required.
Join film lecturer Michael McGonigle for “The Unsinkable Titanic: 100 Years of Myths and Movies.” This talk is followed by a screening of A Night to Remember. Based on Walter Lord’s 1955 nonfiction book, this 1958 film is considered by many critics to be the definitive Titanic film. Great special effects and a "stiff upper lip" British attitude combine with heartfelt emotions and a sense of tragedy to make A Night to Remember surprisingly affecting. (1958, 123 minutes, not rated, but appropriate for a general audience)
1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Membership Required Reservations requiredFree for Members; guests $2 after admission
Space is limited and reservations are required.
Join film lecturer Michael McGonigle for “We Laugh So We Do Not Cry: Black Comedies.” This talk is followed by a screening of In the Loop.
Because of the strong regional British accents, this film will be shown with English subtitles.Can a president and a prime minister take their countries to war against the will of the people? Of course they can. All that they need is a certain spin on intelligence. In the Loop is full of hilariously quotable one-liners and the most delightfully evil characters this side of Shakespeare. (2009, 106 minutes, not rated, but contains adult situations and strong language)
