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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Art Museum
Avenue of the Arts South, Philadelphia
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    Lisa S.
    "Henry Oshawa Tanner after dark"(2 Tips)
    Bret C.
    "Excellent exhibition of World War I art"(4 Tips)
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  • IrmaZandl Z.heart icon on user image
    IrmaZandl ZandlSlantMarch 25, 2017
    Such a beautiful bldg and the art is installed fantastically. The mix of old and new is genius.
    Upvoted Oct 9
  • The Wall Street Journal
    This is a beautiful example of 19th-century architect Frank Furness's work. His buildings are among my favorites. They fit together with the same articulation as machines. Read more
  • Visit Philly
    Visit PhillyMay 1, 2012
    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
  • Chris L.
    Chris LDecember 19, 2016
    Love their mix of Pennsylvania "old" masters and contemporary edgy art. Don't miss the WWI exhibit.
  • Visit Philly
    Visit PhillyDecember 12, 2011
    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.
  • Reinhold Residential
    Reinhold ResidentialSeptember 11, 2012
    This internationally acclaimed school of fine art features remarkable galleries and a striking Claes Oldenburg sculpture in the adjacent Lenfest Plaza.
  • Deborah D.
    Deborah DavilaJuly 19, 2012
    Very nice museum but not always family friendly. Call ahead and ask if the exhibits are appropriate for kids before you come.
  • Myheartmap C.
    Myheartmap ChallengeFebruary 14, 2012
    Check out the MyHeartMap Challenge. A contest in Philadelphia to raise awareness about heart disease and find defibrillators. Check out the Philly Inquirer article myheartmap.org
  • Brandy B.heart icon on user image
    Brandy BonesApril 29, 2017
    Beautiful space with wonderful permanent collection
  • NBC Philadelphia
    NBC PhiladelphiaAugust 14, 2011
    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
  • visitPA
    visitPADecember 6, 2010
    "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.
  • Visit Philly
    Visit PhillyDecember 12, 2011
    If you have the Philadelphia Pass, you can skip the lines and receive discounts at shops and restaurants.
  • Bret C.heart icon on user image
    Bret CarberryJanuary 25, 2017
    Excellent exhibition of World War I art
  • Estia Restaurant
    Estia RestaurantNovember 16, 2011
    Estia Restaurant has a two-course express lunch, as well as Sunday brunch with live jazz. Read more
  • Mary B.
    Mary BuckMarch 14, 2012
    The Tanner exhibit is outstanding. Don't miss!
  • Visit Philly
    Visit PhillyOctober 8, 2010
    Winslow Homer’s depiction of a russet-hued fox gracefully sprawled in gleaming white snow is a perennial favorite.
  • Shirley Y.heart icon on user image
    Shirley YoungMarch 25, 2016
    What is not to love here?
  • NewsWorks
    NewsWorksSeptember 27, 2012
    R.I.P. Philadelphia artist Murray Dessner, who taught here from 1970 to 2012: http://ph.ly/0Sw0C
  • Timothy B.
    Timothy BrixiusNovember 16, 2011
    Amazing collection of art!
  • Lisa S.
    Lisa SimonMarch 9, 2012
    Henry Oshawa Tanner after dark
  • Simone B.
    Simone ButtOctober 5, 2011
    Cool toilets.....
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