Education Programs
The Division of Education of the Philadelphia Museum of Art relates, through interpretation, the Museum’s collections and its commitment to their preservation, study and display, to the needs and interests of a diverse audience. The department has developed nationally and internationally recognized programs for children, families, teachers, adult learners, and special audiences alike.
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Wachovia Education Resource Center
The Wachovia Education Resource Center, located in the Museum's Perelman Building, offers teachers an unequaled collection of materials, technology, and services to enhance teaching through connections between various curricular areas and the visual arts—all at no cost.
Collection Resources
As part of the Museum's ongoing commitment to provide teachers with the most comprehensive and up-to-date access to great works of art, Teacher Resources are available for online use.
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Education Exhibition
Art Futures: Annual Student Exhibition Art Futures is an artist-in-residence program that pairs professional artists with art students and teachers in ten Philadelphia public and area Catholic high schools. Students work closely with the artist and art teacher, visit the Museum, and learn about career opportunities in art. Juried prizes are awarded for group projects, and each student and teacher receive a one-year general admission pass to the Museum.
Arranging Your School Visit
Registration begins in September of each year. Register early as programs fill quickly; a minimum of two weeks notice is required when making your appointment. Appointments may be made by phone at (215) 684-7580 Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and 2:00–4:00 p.m.
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Family & Children
With exciting events, presentations, performances and activities developed especially for families and children, the Philadelphia Museum of Art is a place all ages can discover together.
Teacher Programs at the Museum
Learn the about the many ways to connect art and the classroom with a variety of workshops, programs, and resources designed especially for teachers.
Distance Learning Programs
Before, after, or even instead of a Museum tour, visit us from your classroom! These videoconferencing programs provide meaningful, interactive learning experiences, connecting the visual arts with all areas of classroom curricula. Videoconferencing lessons are a great way to bring the Museum's collections and special exhibitions into your classroom--as a stand-alone lesson or in conjunction with a Museum visit.
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Family & Adults
Family & Adults Programs brings people and art together for inspiration and discovery through an adventurous line-up of concerts, film, courses, lectures, hands-on workshops, gallery talks and artist conversations.
Community Engagement
The Philadelphia Museum of Art strives to build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, schools, and social service agencies, offering programs and educational opportunities that connect diverse communities with the Museum’s rich collections and resources.
The Fleisher Art Memorial
The Fleisher Art Memorial offers art classes and workshops for children and adults of all levels, as well as exhibitions and a variety of unique programs in partnership with the community.
For more information, please contact The Division of Education by phone at (215) 684-7580, by fax at (215) 236-4063, or by e-mail at .
