Explore the exhibition Modern Times: American Art 1910–1950 and see how artists like Georgia O’Keeffe, Marsden Hartley, and Jacob Lawrence challenged convention and forged bold new styles.
- Tuesday, August 21, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. (SOLD OUT)
- Sunday, August 26, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at our Photography Studio’s efforts to advance the future of imaging. Also see how our photographers create a visual documentation of the Museum’s rich history.
2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Where else can you visit a medieval cloister, an Indian temple hall, English and French country estates, and a Japanese teahouse in an hour? Join us as we take a walk through time.
Explore the rich visual traditions of Spain and Latin America from the medieval period to today.
- Wednesday, September 5, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Saturday, September 8, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Wednesday, September 12, 2018, 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
- Sunday, September 16, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Friday, September 21, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Go on a private tour of the artwork on view at Citizens Bank Park with artist Max Mason. A lifelong baseball fan, Mason was commissioned by the Phillies to paint three murals for the stadium. After the tour, watch the Fightin’ Phils play the New York Mets from prime seats.
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Membership Required
Paid reservations requiredMembers $25; Patrons and above ($1,500+) receive two complimentary tickets to private tours per year.
Go on a guided tour of the exhibition Face to Face: Portraits of Artists with Peter Barberie, the Brodsky Curator of Photographs, Alfred Stieglitz Center.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Membership Required
Free tickets requiredFor members at the Sustainer level and above. Space is limited; book your spot in advance.
What determines rightful ownership of works of art? Join Cathy Herbert, Coordinator of Collections Research and Documentation, as she shares provenance research and discoveries from periods of colonialism through WWII.
Be among the first visitors to experience Fabulous Fashion: From Dior’s New Look to Now. Bring guests for only $10 each.
- Friday, October 12, 2018, 10:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.
- Saturday, October 13, 2018, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
- Sunday, October 14, 2018, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Membership Required Free tickets requiredFree for new members. Space is limited; reservations required.
Get the inside scoop on how to make the most of your membership. Then tour the galleries with us to discover a few secrets of the collection. Afterward, meet fellow insiders and get to know Museum staff over snacks.
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Timothy Rub, the Museum’s George D. Widener Director and CEO, shares insider info about upcoming exhibitions, the main building’s transformation, and his vision for the future of the Museum.
Be among the first visitors to experience Little Ladies: Victorian Fashion Dolls and the Feminine Ideal. Bring guests for only $10 each.
- Friday, November 9, 2018, 10:00 a.m. - 8:45 p.m.
- Saturday, November 10, 2018, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Membership Required Free tickets requiredFor members at the Sustainer level and above. Space is limited; book your spot in advance.
Join Kristina Haugland, the Le Vine Associate Curator of Costume and Textiles; and Bernice Morris, Associate Conservator of Costume and Textiles, as they share the creative challenges of organizing and mounting the exhibition Fabulous Fashion.
Young Friends Events & Programs
Through a broad range of special events and educational activities organized around the Museum’s world-famous collections, the Young Friends provide a forum for increased appreciation of the arts.7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Enjoy an exclusive tour of Dear Fleisher, a biennial exhibition and sale of postcard-sized art. Then join local artists for demos, drinks, and a chance to make your own artwork.
8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Young Friends Program Paid reservations required$65; $45 for Young Friend; $250+ for VIP sponsorship
Don’t miss our biggest party of the year. Catwalk into the galleries for late-night access, dance to the sounds of DJ Royale in the Great Stair Hall, and show us your best art-chic look inspired by the drama and glamour of Fabulous Fashion. And did we mention the open bar? More info >>
Funds raised through this event benefit the Museum.Associates and Chairman’s Council
Through unique and diverse events and exclusive access to Museum experts, Associates and Chairman's Council members witness firsthand how their support positively impacts the art, the people, and the programs of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Raise a glass to the upcoming year with our newest curators and experts.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join fellow leadership donors and Museum curators as we celebrate the opening of Fabulous Fashion: From Dior’s New Look to Now.
Starts at 12:00 p.m.
Reservation required via invitation
Hear Elisabeth Agro (Nancy M. McNeil Curator) in conversation with art historian, author, and curator, Ezra Shales.
Open to Techné members, and Associates and above
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Join Kristina Haugland (Le Vine Associate Curator of Costume and Textiles) for breakfast in the Great Stair Hall and special docent-led tours of the exhibition Fabulous Fashion: From Dior's New Look to Now.
