Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
The nation's first museum & school of fine arts, home to a world-class collection of American art and a leader in fine arts education. Come see for yourself.
128 N Broad St (btwn Arch & Race St) Philadelphia , PA 19102 United States
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Such a beautiful bldg and the art is installed fantastically. The mix of old and new is genius.
The PHLASH trolley runs Fri, Sat & Sun from 10-6 pm May-October 28, 2012. Just head to stops 4 or 16, buy a $2 ticket & you'll be on your way to seeing more of Philadelphia's attractions and museums . Read more
Love their mix of Pennsylvania "old" masters and contemporary edgy art . Don't miss the WWI exhibit .
Feed your minds and your stomach during the brown-bag Art-at-Lunch program, featuring free discussions and lectures on Wednesdays from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
This internationally acclaimed school of fine art features remarkable galleries and a striking Claes Oldenburg sculpture in the adjacent Lenfest Plaza .
Very nice museum but not always family friendly . Call ahead and ask if the exhibits are appropriate for kids before you come.
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Beautiful space with wonderful permanent collection
Both a museum and a school, PAFA was founded in 1805 by painter Charles Willson Peale, among others. Mary Cassatt studied painting at here at age 15. Read more
"Those that can't do, teach" doesn't apply here. Look around and you'll see marks of the famous artists who taught here like Thomas Eakins and Cecilia Beaux.
If you have the Philadelphia Pass, you can skip the lines and receive discounts at shops and restaurants .
Excellent exhibition of World War I art
Estia Restaurant has a two-course express lunch , as well as Sunday brunch with live jazz . Read more
The Tanner exhibit is outstanding. Don't miss!
Winslow Homer’s depiction of a russet-hued fox gracefully sprawled in gleaming white snow is a perennial favorite.
What is not to love here?
R.I.P. Philadelphia artist Murray Dessner, who taught here from 1970 to 2012: http://ph.ly/0Sw0C
Amazing collection of art !
Henry Oshawa Tanner after dark
Cool toilets .....
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“Shout” #WithArtPHL in your check in. This piece is part of “Check In to a Masterpiece” – a one-of-a-kind visual arts experience. Check out Pippin at The Barnes next. Photos without flash permitted. - Visit Philly
“Shout” #WithArtPHL in your check in. This piece is part of “Check In to a Masterpiece” – a one-of-a-kind arts experience. Check out Seurat’s Models at The Barnes. Photos without flash permitted. - Visit Philly
The exhibits are very good and awesome to see even though you have to pay admission in order to enter the historic building. Loved viewing the ancient armor exhibits. The management &staff are helpful - Dave Lepkowski
Amazing pay as you wish. Beautiful gardens that they play music and have beer and wine for purchase in the summer - Melissa Meier
PMA tends to overshadow the Perelman, but I've found plenty of interesting exhibits here. If you're checking out the museum, ask what's on display here and visit - Joe C
This is a must for Foodies. Go hungry but not too, in order to explore all the wonderful choices! - Bill Carson
great spot to cool off near the fountain and get in a nice photo op as well. - Benjamin Choi
Visit Estia Restaurant for some amazing Greek food, live entertainment, and great promotions. - Estia Restaurant
Category Arts and Entertainment » Museum » Art Museum
Place United States » Pennsylvania » Philadelphia County » Philadelphia » Avenue of the Arts South