Spring And Summer 2019 At The Philadelphia Museum Of Art

Don't Miss The Impressionist’s Eye Through August 18 Peer over the shoulder of Claude Monet, Mary Cassatt, Vincent van Gogh, and others as they make their indelible mark on canvas, paper, and bronze. Get a sneak peek of the exhibition by watching this behind-the-scenes video.  Watch Video Photography Long Light: Photographs by David Lebe Through May 5 This survey examines Lebe’s remarkable artistic range, including his powerful representations of gay experience and living with AIDS. Prints Yoshitoshi: Spirit and Spectacle Through August 18 Discover the brilliant colors and spirited lines of Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, the last great master of the traditional Japanese woodcut print. Sculpture Antony Gormley: STAND Through June 16 Perched high on the museum's Rocky steps, ten cast-iron sculptures by British artist Antony Gormley bring art outside, releasing it into the city's shared space. See all current exhibitions. Final Fridays Takeover Def Poetry Reunion Livestream April 26, 7:15 p.m. An epic evening of artistry featuring Bonafide Rojas and other special guests. Tickets to the event are sold out. In partnership with Visit Philadelphia, we'll be streaming the performance live on our Facebook page starting at 7:15 p.m. Please note: On Friday, April 26, the museum will close at 5:00 p.m., reopening at 6:00 p.m. for Def Poetry Reunion ticket holders only. Cedar Grove Historic House Spring Celebration April 20, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Celebrate the season at Cedar Grove. Check out our early American kitchen garden with herbal medicine demonstrations and plant sales. The 57th Annual Philadelphia Antiques and Art Show April 26–28 | The Navy Yard Browse a collector’s wonderland, where sixty top-notch exhibitors offer a vast selection of decorative and fine art. Wednesday Nights Drink & Draw May 1, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Sip while you sketch with artist Lale Westvind, whose brilliant colors, spirited lines, and heroic themes parallel the illustrative work of Yoshitoshi. Chef Demo Local Spring Produce May 8, 6:00–8:00 p.m. Learn about the artistry of food at our next Chef Demo. Taste the best offerings from several local farms with Stir's Executive Chef Mark Tropea. In the Artist’s Voice Jennifer Crandall May 11, 2:00–3:30 p.m. Who is America? The filmmaker of Whitman, Alabama explores this question and more in a conversation with WHYY Executive Producer of Audio Content Elisabeth Perez-Luna. Limited-Time Offer Spring Sale Main Museum Store Only Stop by our main store for huge savings. 25% off kids books and activities, 50% off select posters and card sets, up to 50% off select jewelry and more. Plus Members receive an additional 20% off. Pay What You Wish Playful Prints May 5, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Discover Yoshitoshi and the world of printmaking at this month's Family Festival. Experiment with the Japanese printmaking technique mokuhanga with special guest artist Jennifer Mack-Watkins at our Balcony Studio and explore images of childhood in honor of Japanese Children’s Day on our Mini-Tours.  See a full calendar of What's On this season. 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19130philamuseum.org

November 2018 At The Philadelphia Museum Of Art

The prettiest playthings Little Ladies: Victorian Fashion Dolls and the Feminine Ideal Opens Nov. 11 Before Barbie and American Girl, there was Miss Fanchon. The ultimate toy for privileged girls in the 1860s and 1870s, she and her friends were seen as models of ladylike perfection, and came with an amazing array of dresses, undergarments, and meticulously crafted accessories. Museum members can see the exhibition first during Members’ Previews, November 9–10. Learn More Coming Soon Dieter Rams: Principled Design Opening November 18 Love the look and feel of your smartphone? Thank Dieter Rams. His quietly innovative versions of household products, stripped of any extraneous features, continue to influence industrial design today. On View Fabulous Fashion: From Dior’s New Look to Now Through March 3 Experience the drama and glamour of some of the most creative feminine fashions ever designed, from romantic ball gowns to audacious contemporary ensembles, and everything in between. New in the Galleries Arte Povera: Homage to Amalfi ’68 Through July 7 Fifty years ago, a three-day exhibition and happening in Amalfi changed the course of contemporary art in Italy. This installation pays tribute to that groundbreaking event and features a number of works originally exhibited. See all current exhibitions. 42nd Annual Philadelphia Museum of Art Craft Show Nov. 2–4 Don't miss the premier show and sale of contemporary craft. Held at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, this year the show features 195 artists from across the US and 26 guest artists from Germany. Pay What You Wish Dazzling Diwali Family Festival Nov. 4, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Celebrate the Hindu Festival of Lights. Glow with pride as you create a diya lamp from clay, and be dazzled by a dance performance by the Traditions of India. Free after Pay What You Wish admission. Arcadia Library Lecture P.S. Page Me Later: The Magic and Mystery of FOUND Stuff Nov. 6, 6:00–7:00 p.m. Writer, filmmaker, This American Lifereporter, and FOUND Magazinecreator Davy Rothbart shares his favorites from the pages of his cult zine. Kick off the Holidays Tree-Lighting Celebration Nov. 21, 5:00–8:45 p.m. Make the Museum a part of your holiday tradition. We're ushering in this cheerful season with a Tree-Lighting Celebration. Join us for festive treats and music by York Street Hustle leading up to the 6:00 p.m. countdown. Warm (and adult) beverages and the Sister Cities Girlchoir continue the celebration inside. RSVP Wednesday Nights Card-Making Station Nov. 21–Dec. 26 Put last year’s coal to good use and create handmade holiday greetings for everyone on your list. Final Fridays Ultimate Ugly Sweater Party Nov. 30, 5:00–8:45 p.m. Our annual holiday bash, only grander and gaudier than ever before. Shopping Holiday Marketplace Dec. 1, 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Browse a selection of gifts from local designers and artists. Members get 20% off. See a full calendar of What's On this season. Members-Only Tour South Asian Art Select days in November Enjoy an introduction to the arts and cultures of India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Tibet, including a tour of the only southern Indian temple hall in this hemisphere. Reservations required. For Members November Happenings Check out the electronic version of the November For Members calendar for exhibitions, members programs, and offers to help you plan your next visit. Museum News 2018 Annual Report Available online See what your Museum has been up to over the past year, and where we're headed. Thank you to all our generous members, supporters, and donors. Explore more member events and benefits, and join the Museum today. Become a Member We'll be closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 22—and then open regular hours Friday, November 23. 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19130philamuseum.org

July 2018 At The Philadelphia Museum Of Art

July Newsletter

Strike a Pose Face to Face: Portraits of Artists Through October 14 Billie Holiday and her pit bull. Jacob Lawrence in his Coast Guard uniform. Georgia O’Keeffe with her Model A Ford. See how photographers helped craft the public personas of their creative subjects in this stunning collection of rare photographs from the Museum’s collection. The exhibition features works by Dorothy Norman, Man Ray, Richard Avedon, Alice O’Malley, and many others who captured some of the most fascinating artists and performers of the past 150 years. Last Chance Keith Smith at Home Closes July 8 Friendship, love, desire: Keith Smith’s life is an open book. In this exhibition, explore an array of Smith’s mixed-media photographs and prints, and—his specialty—handmade artist’s books, most from his own collection. Closing Soon Jean Shin: Collections Closes July 15 Jean Shin transforms donated and discarded objects—worn-out shoes, fashion remnants, military uniforms—to create dynamic works about connection and belonging that raise provocative questions about what, and how, we consume. On View Modern Times: American Art 1910–1950 Through September 3 Modernism was more than a movement or a style—it was a feeling, an outlook, and, for some, a way of life. The exhibition shows the stylistic diversity and the beautiful chaos of innovation that made this period so dynamic. See all current exhibitions. . . . Spend the Summer with Us Art Splash June 30–September 3 Art Splash is bringing a little piece of the big city inside. Explore the shapes and colors, sights and sounds of Modern Times and play in our own mini metropolis. Kids and their grown-ups can experience the exhibition through tours, art making, and imaginative play. Stay up-to-date on all of our programs for kids and families. Sign up for our family programs e-newsletter here. Rodin Museum Garden Bar July 20–August 19 While away your summer evenings in an urban oasis. Enjoy beer, wine, outdoor music, and gallery access until 8:00 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. Music in the Galleries Light, Line, Shadow July 22, 3:00 p.m. Don't miss the world premiere of Pierre Jalbert's composition inspired by Edward Hopper's 1962 painting Road and Trees Final Fridays Summer Magick July 27, 5:00–8:45 p.m. Spend an enchanted evening celebrating the mystical and the feminine. Offered in conjunction with Rachel Rose: Wil-o-Wisp. . See a full calendar of What's On this season. . . Members' Book Club The Hearing Trumpet by Leonora Carrington August 4 or 7, 2:00 p.m. Join a discussion about one of the first books to tackle the notion of gender identity in the twenty-first century. Free member reservation required (book available for purchase when you reserve online—members save 10%). Member Outing Sustainable by Design July 18, 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. See how design firm MIO and the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society are tackling sustainability and creating urban gardens. Includes transportation, a guided tour, and a prix fixe lunch at FARMiCiA. Members $65, guests $70; reservations required. For Members July Happenings Check out the electronic version of the July For Members for exhibitions, members programs, and offers to help you plan your next visit. This month in the calendar: "Philadelphia Icons" and "Modern Times" tours. Explore all our member events and benefits, and join the Museum today. Become a Member Please note: The Museum will be open with pay-what-you-wish admission on Sunday, July 1, and Monday, July 2, and member guests will be free on July 2. The Museum will be closed on Independence Day, Wednesday, July 4. 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19130philamuseum.org