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Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts
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118-128 N Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19102
Neighborhoods: Penn Center, Logan Square, Avenue of the Arts North
(215) 972-7600
- Hours:
Tue-Sat 10 am - 5 pm
Sun 11 am - 5 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Garage, Street, Validated, Private Lot
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
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9 reviews for Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts
9 reviews in English
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Review from Karen F.
3/15/2010
We live walking distance from PAFA and I take my 5 year old here often. She is well known in the (free) student gallery and the great gift shop.
Additionally, PAFA'a new annex (not so new anymore) was the site for my child's school's annual charity auction. PAFA was a terrific venue for this and the administrative staff os PAFA were so friendly and great to work with.
The exhibits change throughout the year and we are always looking out for the next "big" thing.
So happy to know about the art classes for kids and teens, too.Listed in: Flam's Big Ego - ROTD (or…
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Review from Marc B.
Philadelphia, PA
7/12/2010 1 Check-in Here
I just graduated from the Master's program at PAFA, and would recommend it to any serious art student looking to learn amazing techniques and better their work---great faculty and wonderful classmates.
The museum at PAFA is also a great place to see a comprehensive survey of American art. -
Review from cherie c.
7/22/2007
I can't believe that I grew up here and never visited this place until now!
Just north of City Hall is an art school founded by some notable American artists (Charles Wilson Peale and William Rush) and business leaders. Notable alumni include Mary Cassatt, Maxfield Parrish, Robert Henri, and even David Lynch. It's the oldest museum and art school in the country.
Their collection of American Art is interesting, focusing on the 18th and 19th century in the landmark Furness and Hewitt-designed building (a sight to see itself!). But you'll also see some new works. I saw an exciting installation in cooperation with the Fabric Workshop and Museum (another visit to add to your Philly itinerary).
I enjoyed seeing works by Hassam, O'Keefe, Hopper and Parrish. There's a lot of portraiture, if you enjoy that, and some neo-classical sculpture. Oh, and there's some Eakins painting of a surgery--perhaps you've heard of it--The Gross Clinic--that the Academy now shares with the Museum of Art.
Be sure to go next door to the new building at 128 Broad Street for the sculpture and contemporary art. There's some exciting stuff happening over there. Since it changes regularly, I won't tell you what to expect.
Portfolio, the gift shop, has really interesting jewelry and gift items, and you can stop in any time. I recommend gift shopping here instead of the mall. -
Review from Callan W.
12/27/2008
I had the dilemma of having to find a space that was interesting yet nice enough for a corporate event. In swoop in the creative and very helpful team of Judi (events coordinator) and Helene (catering). Not only did they work with our budget and special needs, but they also provided a wonderful and friendly staff. They also helped us when we need suggestions for where to go for AV stuff. Sure PAFA is great for art, but it is also great for events...weddings even. I have to say also that in exploring the museum, their museum shop is great! Lots of fun and inexpensive gifts and doodads....
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Review from Kelly S.
Anchorage, AK
8/7/2007
So, I haven't been here in a while, but, from what I remember, this place was awesome. I went with my art class to see the Horace Pippin exhibit a bunch of years back, and we got a private tour of the behind-the-scenes area, where the students actually work, and they had a life-sized statue of Michaelangelo's David. Cool, right? The student artwork was unbelievable. And I looked into taking an art class for fun here at some point, and the prices seemed reasonable. I hope to sign up for painting or something sometime soon, so I'll update my review if I do. But, so far, this is a great place to visit as a spectator.
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Review from G T L.
Philadelphia, PA
8/31/2010
Perhaps my favorite museum in Philly--I love American art, and this is THE place to see it. It's a beautiful space--well, two spaces, actually, and both worth seeing. It's also a manageable museum--you don't feel overwhelmed, and you can see all you want to see without any problems. I love it here. The Academy is a treasure.
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Review from Sparky B.
Philadelphia, PA
9/5/2010
Great Museum! After moving to Philadelphia I had to see the Warhol B&W and Polaroid exhibit at PAFA. The museum is a great open space and within walking distance from the train station. We went on a Sunday, early in the afternoon, so it was very quiet and perfect for a stroll through the various exhibitions. Even after moving here from DC (where the museums are free) PAFA was definitely worth the cost of admission.
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Review from Anpan W.
Chicago, IL
11/25/2009
Go see Birth of Cool! Best exhibit I have seen in years.
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Review from Celeste A.
Bedford, TX
1/19/2009
This museum isn't very large but well worth a visit. It pales in comparison to the Philadelphia Museum of Art but if you are an art freak make sure you stop and visit. Lots of Eakins to see. My favorite piece in this museum is a Winslow Homer painting of a red fox being intimidated by a crow. Don't even try to park near this place though... take the bus. There's no parking available.
