Through a compelling lineup of programs and exhibitions, the National Liberty Museum illuminates both the strength and fragility of liberty—as well as the inspirational stories of people whose positive actions protect and expand the boundaries of freedom for all.
Join PAFA & AAMP for our newest exhibition, "Rising Sun: Artists in an Uncertain America.
The Free Library of Philadelphia's Rare Book Department is one of the largest public library special collections in the United States. The Rare Book Department offers free access to exhibitions of historically important books, manuscripts, and works of artfrom 3,000 BCE to today. Among its collections are thousands of illuminated medieval manuscripts and cuttings; first editions, letters, and manuscripts of important writers, including some of the largest collections of Charles Dickens and Edgar Allan Poe;nearly 50,000 early American children's books; original artwork by Beatrix Potter and other illustrators; Mughal court paintings; and Pennsylvania German fraktur, manuscripts, and printed books.
Experience 10,000 years of history—including Ancient Egypt, Rome, Greece, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Mexico and Central America—all right here in Philadelphia at the Penn Museum.
The American Swedish Historical Museum welcomes all people to explore cultural identity through the story of Swedes and Scandinavians in America through our 12 galleries featuring art, history, science, and culture.
Located in the heart of Old City, Philadelphia, Arch Street Meeting House is a museum, National Historic Landmark, and active Quaker place of worship. Constructed in 1804 on two acres of land deeded to the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) by WilliamPenn as a burial ground, Arch Street Meeting House has had an estimated 20,000 burials occur on its historic grounds. When the Yellow Fever epidemic swept through Philadelphia in 1793, the meetinghouse's burial ground was nearly full —plots were already two or three deep.
Located in the heart of Old City, Philadelphia, Arch Street Meeting House is a museum, National Historic Landmark, and active Quaker place of worship. Constructed in 1804 on two acres of land deeded to the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers) by WilliamPenn as a burial ground, Arch Street Meeting House has had an estimated 20,000 burials occur on its historic grounds. When the Yellow Fever epidemic swept through Philadelphia in 1793, the meetinghouse's burial ground was nearly full —plots were already two or three deep.
Located in Philadelphia, PA, the Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum is one of the world’s greatest collections of racing sports cars. Through our theme, “The Spirit of Competition”, we celebrate the history and evolution of these magnificent machines.
We are Philadelphia’s art museum. A world-renowned collection. A landmark building. A place that welcomes everyone. We bring the arts to life, inspiring visitors—through scholarly study and creative play—to discover the spirit of imagination that lies in everyone. We connect people with the arts in rich and varied ways, making the experience of the Museum surprising, lively, and always memorable. We are committed to inviting visitors to see the world—and themselves—anew through the beauty and expressive power of the arts.
On the first Sunday of every month, the Barnes partners with PECO to offer a free day of family fun. Along with art making, educational activities, and featured performances, the event includes complimentary access to the Barnes collection and "William Edmondson: A Monumental Vision".
