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.
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.
We're pleased to welcome you to our newest permanent exhibition Treasures from the Rosenbach's Collection. Treasures from the Rosenbach's Collection features two gallery spaces dedicated to Literature from the British Isles and the history of printed text from the 15th Century to the Harlem Renaissance and beyond. Rare editions of historical texts will be on display—first editions, autographed works, author notes from James Joyce, Bram Stoker, and more—as well as a special art installation from Philadelphia artist John Wind.
Access to the Barnes Collection, "From Paris to Provence: French Painting at the Barnes" exhibition in the Roberts Gallery, and a restorative justice exhibition in collaboration with Mural Arts Philadelphia titled "Where I'm From," on view in second floor classroom of Barnes Collection galleries.
As part of this year’s Wawa Welcome America festival, enjoy an exclusive, pay-what-you-wish evening of Wednesday Nights at Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site on Monday, June 30 from 5:30 to 9:30 pm (last entry 9:00 pm). This event—like all Wednesday...
Come see our landmark building and historic museum collections, including rocks, minerals, fossils, taxidermy animals, mounted skeletons, and more! The exhibit hall is self-guided, allowing visitors to explore and learn at their own pace. For first-time visitors and anyone preferring a little more direction, we have scavenger hunts to guide you and knowledgeable staff on hand to answer any questions.
Visit the room that hosted the First Continental Congress! Visitors can see historic 19th century tile work, view 18th century fire buckets (currently on display with the oldest pictorial representation of the Hall), and talk to docents about the history...
The Paul Robeson House was the home of internationally renowned American bass-baritone concert singer, actor of film and stage, All-American and professional athlete, writer, multi-lingual orator, human rights activist, and lawyer Paul Robeson from 1966 until 1976.
America’s finest museum of medical history, the Mütter Museum and Historical Library, displays collections of anatomical specimens, models, medical books, and medical instruments in a beautiful beaux arts building. Visitors can explore galleries, attend pop-up programs, hear gallery talks, and relax in our beautiful Benjamin Rush Medicinal Plant Garden.
Join PAFA & AAMP for our newest exhibition, "Rising Sun: Artists in an Uncertain America.
