Philadelphia Museum of Art
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest art museums in the United States, housing over 240,000 objects spanning 2,000 years.
It is renowned for its extensive collections of European, American, and Asian art, including masterpieces by artists such as Monet, Renoir, Cézanne, and Van Gogh.
The museum also features notable architectural elements, including a medieval cloister and a Japanese teahouse. The museum is a hub for art enthusiasts, offering a diverse range of exhibitions and educational programs.
Address: 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Phone: (215) 763-8100
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The Michener Art Museum Was Once a Jail. A New Exhibit Brings That History to Life.
Thousands of visitors have walked through the Michener Art Museum over the years without realizing they were standing on the grounds of the former Bucks…
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From Neshaminy High to the NHL: How a Langhorne Artist Became the Flyers’ Mask Maker
Every time goalie Dan Vladař stops a puck in the Flyers playoffs, he’s wearing a piece of art painted by a kid who grew up…
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Meet the Creative Duo Behind Some of Philadelphia’s Most Iconic Restaurant Signs
For decades, Gibbs Connors and Christian Cantiello have been hand-painting the iconic signs that define Philadelphia’s restaurant scene, from the Borromini sign to the La…
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Delaware County Community College and Moore College of Art & Design Sign Transfer Agreement
Delaware County Community College and Moore College of Art & Design have signed a new articulation agreement that will allow DCCC students to transfer seamlessly…
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Call for Entries for Juried Exhibition of Regional Emerging Artists at DCCC
The Call for Entries is open for the Gallery at Delaware County Community College’s (DCCC) 215|610 CONTEMPORARY Juried Exhibition, an annual exhibition that features the work…
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Iconic ‘Rocky’ Statue Coming to Philadelphia International Airport
The iconic Rocky statue at the Philadelphia Museum of Art is getting a sequel, mirroring the film that inspired it, with a second casting planned…
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Drexel Happiness Lab Maps Philadelphia’s Happiest Spots
Drexel University professor Eric Zillmer, director of Drexel’s Happiness Lab, recently published a map of the 28 happiest places in Philadelphia, based on a project…
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Bryn Mawr’s John Middleton, Phillies Owner, Shares His Other Great Passion
Bryn Mawr resident John Middleton is known as the Phillies owner with World Series-sized ambitions, but he and his wife have another passion, writes Peter…
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DCCC Showcases Work of 2025 AFA Grads with Annual Art Gallery Exhibition
The Art Gallery at Delaware County Community College is hosting the annual AFA Graduation Exhibition celebrating the 2025 graduates of the College’s Associate in Fine Arts (AFA)…
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2SP Brewing Company in Aston Featuring Museum Art on a Can
Has 2SP Brewing Company’s new Public Domain beers feature artwork in Philadelphia that are also in the public domain, and therefore free to use. The…
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DCCC Celebrates 15th Year of Fine Arts Program with Special Art Exhibition Mar. 3-Apr. 11
The Art Gallery at Delaware County Community College (DCCC) is hosting a special group exhibition celebrating the 15th anniversary of the College’s Associate in Fine…
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A Ridley Designer Made Jason Kelce’s Mummers Costume. Now Eagles Fans Want Their Own
James May’s shop in Ridley Township mostly turns out bridal gowns, but on the side, he’s also made Mummers costumes for the past 50 years.…
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Philadelphia Jumps on the Travel Tuesday Trend to Attract International Travelers
Holiday shopping isn’t just about getting the best deal on a flat-screen television or gaming console. The post-Thanksgiving shopping fest that includes Black Friday and…
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Wawa Closes Port Richmond Location, One of the Oldest in Philadelphia, After 45 Years
Wawa closed one of its oldest Philadelphia locations in Port Richmond on Tuesday, July 9, writes Ryan Sharrow for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The store…
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The Definitive Guide to Visiting the King of Prussia Mall in 2024
Nestled at the crossroads of major highways and enveloped in the historic allure of the Delaware Valley, the King of Prussia Mall is not just…
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Spring Reopening of Andalusia Estate Near Bensalem: Experience Gilded Age Elegance in a Modern Setting
A majestic estate near Bensalem, otherwise known as Andalusia, has recently reopened for the season, writes Melissa Jacobs for Main Line Tonight. This property…
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Holy Family University Graduate Oversees Quality of Life in Philadelphia with a Catholic Conscience
The view from Bridget Collins-Greenwald’s seventh-floor office in Philadelphia’s City Hall — a stunning one that overlooks Dilworth Plaza and provides a clear sightline down…
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Philadelphia is Home to the Oldest Bridge in the United States — the Frankford Avenue Bridge
As a state that has had a presence in the United States since its earliest days, its largest city — Philadelphia — has its share…
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