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Roz M. Perry Memorial Lecture Curator’s Talk: A Nation of Artists

Celebrate the opening of A Nation of Artists at the Philadelphia Museum of Art!

When

Sunday, April 12, 2026

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Where

Main Building,
Great Stair Hall

Tickets

Free with museum admission. Reservations required. Click here to register for virtual attendance.

Membership

Free with museum admission. Reservations required. Click here to register for virtual attendance.

Highlighting the richness and diversity of American art, A Nation of Artists traces the evolving story of American creativity across three centuries. Presented chronologically around distinctive themes, the exhibition explores art making of all types: ceramics, wood carving, painting, and fashion. Exhibiting works by Indigenous, African American, and historically underrepresented artists who have shaped the nation’s visual culture. Curators Kathleen A. Foster and Alexandra Kirtley discuss the making of this extraordinary presentation at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the rich new stories presented in the galleries.

Things to Know:

  • This is a hybrid program. You can register either for the in-person event or to watch it live via Zoom.
  • There will be time for a Q&A at the end of the program.
  • The program will be recorded. A link to the recording will be sent to everyone who registers for the virtual component of the program.

Questions or accommodation requests? Email [email protected].

A Nation of Artists is organized by the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. This exhibition is made possible by The Middleton Family.