Philadelphia Museum of Art - Information : Press Room : Press Releases : 2007

June 4th, 2007

Media Advisory | Attention Listings Editors, Calendars Editors: Changes In Museum Admissions Price Effective July 1, 2007

The Philadelphia Museum of Art has announced changes to its pricing structure, effective July 1, 2007. The Museum is increasing general (adult) admission and discounted fees while retaining free admission to children 12 years old and younger, free admission to Philadelphia public school groups, and the popular "pay what you wish" for all visitors on Sundays.

New general admissions pricing structure:

Adult admission: $14 (previously $12)
Students with I.D. and youth 13-18: $10 (increased from $8)
Seniors: $12 (increased from $9)

PLEASE NOTE:

Philadelphia Museum of Art members are admitted free. To become a member, call 215-684-7840.
Admission for visitors coming exclusively to dine in the Museum Restaurant or Cafeteria, or to shop in the Museum Store, is always free of charge

Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday evenings until 8:45 p.m. Closed Mondays and major holidays. Hours subject to change.

The Philadelphia Museum of Art is among the largest art museums in the United States, showcasing more than 2,000 years of exceptional human creativity in masterpieces of painting, sculpture, works on paper, decorative arts and architectural settings from Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the United States. An exciting addition is the newly renovated and expanded Perelman Building, which opened its doors in September 2007 with five new exhibition spaces, a soaring skylit galleria, and a café overlooking a landscaped terrace. The Museum offers a wide variety of enriching activities, including programs for children and families, lectures, concerts and films.

For additional information, contact the Communications Department of the Philadelphia Museum of Art at (215) 684-7860. The Philadelphia Museum of Art is located on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 26th Street. For general information, call (215) 763-8100 or visit the Museum's website at www.philamuseum.org.