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.
- Saturday, April 21, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. (SOLD OUT)
- Tuesday, April 24, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. (SOLD OUT)
- Friday, April 27, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. (SOLD OUT)
- Sunday, April 29, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Tuesday, May 8, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Friday, May 11, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 22, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Saturday, May 26, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Saturday, June 9, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 12, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Thursday, June 21, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Friday, June 29, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Tuesday, July 10, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Wednesday, July 18, 2018, 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
- Saturday, July 21, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Sunday, July 29, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Claude Monet once said, “I must have flowers, always, and always.” Join us as we stop and smell the roses.
- Sunday, April 22, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Wednesday, April 25, 2018, 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
- Saturday, April 28, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Membership Required
Paid reservations required$38 members; $45 member guests (includes transportation, guided tour, and light refreshments)
Celebrate the Benjamin Franklin Parkway’s centennial with a trolley trip down the scenic boulevard. Enjoy an intimate conversation with Mural Arts artist Miriam Singer at her new mural at Park Towne Place. Then tour the exhibition Corridor of Culture: 100 Years of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway at the Free Library of Philadelphia.
Travel with us as we explore works in our collection that emphasize the cultural and artistic evolution of the great European capital cities.
- Wednesday, May 9, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Friday, May 11, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 15, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- Friday, May 18, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 23, 2018, 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Membership Required Reservations requiredFree reservations required; space is limited. Free for Sponsors ($1000+) and above.
Journey to the Museum’s below-ground corridors and newly constructed spaces and discover the rich history of our iconic main building. A reception with fellow members will follow.
Please wear comfortable closed-toe shoes for this hard-hat tour.The Eagles beat the Patriots in Super Bowl LII, and we won our wager with the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The spoils? A three-month loan of a remarkable painting by John Singleton Copley. See it alongside three centuries of American art from our collection.
- Thursday, May 10, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Tuesday, May 15, 2018, 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.
- Sunday, May 20, 2018, 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Membership Required Reservations requiredMember $30 Patrons and above receive two complimentary tickets
Experience the exhibition Modern Times: American Art 1910–1950 without the crowds—enjoy a private guided tour with exhibition curator Jessica Todd Smith, The Susan Gray Detweiler Curator of American Art, and Manager, Center for American Art.
- Thursday, May 17, 2018, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
- Saturday, June 9, 2018, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Embark on the Museum’s exciting next chapter with Jessica Sharpe, Director of Visitor Operations and Membership. She’ll tell you about the renovations to our landmark building and reveal how they’ll improve your future Museum experiences.
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
It’s sweet to be a new member, and this springtime social is just one reason. Mingle with other new members and Museum staff while enjoying the Fairmount Park landscape and complimentary cookies. Then get a glimpse into Philadelphia’s rich cultural heritage as you walk through one of our historic houses, Cedar Grove.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Explore the galleries after hours during this special event just for members. Experience three exhibitions (Keith Smith at Home, Design in Revolution, and Jean Shin: Collections) without the crowds, and chat with Museum staff to discover what happens behind the scenes.
Transportation between the main building and the Perelman Building available Light bites and refreshments available for purchaseEver look at contemporary art and just scratch your head? Join us for an interactive tour that explores how to look at art of our time in a new way.
- Wednesday, July 25, 2018, 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
- Thursday, July 26, 2018, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Grab some coffee and join a discussion of the fantasy classic The Hearing Trumpet by Leonora Carrington. This talk will be led by a member of our Library staff. Complimentary coffee included.
To join our book club mailing list, email memberservices@philamuseum.org. Offered in conjunction with Modern Times: American Art 1910–1950- Saturday, August 4, 2018, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Tuesday, August 7, 2018, 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Mingle with Museum staff and other new members in the Rodin Museum’s tranquil Hamilton Garden while enjoying complimentary ice cream from the Franklin Fountain. Then explore one of the world’s great collections of works by Auguste Rodin. Space is limited.
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.
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.6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Connect with new and familiar faces over casual conversation and complimentary cocktails during Final Friday. Learn about the Young Friends program, the difference it makes in the art community, and upcoming events.
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Young Friends ProgramFree for Young Friends
RSVP to 215-684-7780 or response@philamuseum.org An active Young Friends membership is required This event includes complimentary parking in the Museum’s Garage.
Join artist Rachel Rose and Erica Battle, the John Alchin and Hal Marryatt Associate Curator of Contemporary Art, for a cocktail reception and the opportunity to view Rachel Rose: Wil-o-Wisp / The Future Fields Commission. This new video installation inaugurates the Future Fields Commission in Time-Based Media, a collaborative initiative between the Museum and the Fondazione Sandretto Re Rebaudengo in Turin, Italy.
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Welcome summer with an afternoon of music, friends, and lawn games. BYOP (bring-your-own-picnic) and explore two newly installed sculptures by contemporary artist Ursula von Rydingsvard.
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.8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Join us for a morning of modernism. Enjoy guided tours of the exhibition Modern Times: American Art 1910–1950 accompanied by breakfast in the Great Stair Hall.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join us for a conversation about the ways the Museum has worked to deepen partnerships with government and community collaborators over the past year—from Parkway Centennial programming to Philadelphia Assembled. Also learn about the Museum’s tremendous economic impact and our ambitious plans for the future.
Panel includes Gail Harrity, President and Chief Operating Officer; Nicole Allen White, Director of Government and External Affairs; and Damon Reaves, The Berton and Sallie Korman Associate Curator of Education for Community Engagement and Access.
