The Fabric Workshop and Museum

What's On

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You Stretched Diagonally Across It: Contemporary Tapestry

Works by around two dozen international artists treat tapestry as a conceptual space, weighing authenticity, slow labour against technological speed, and how to depict vastness.

Now showing16 Jul – 3 Jan 2027Free

Permanent Collections

The FWM Permanent Collection

More than 5,500 objects by over 400 artists, all made at FWM during residencies, Louise Bourgeois, Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Ann Hamilton, Anish Kapoor, Glenn Ligon, Carrie Mae Weems among them.

Permanent collectionFree

The Artist-in-Residence Program

FWM's founding engine since 1977: artists work with in-house printers, sewers and technicians to realise experimental work in cloth and new media. Qualeasha Wood is a current resident.

Permanent collectionFree

Nearby

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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts

Architecture4 min walk

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Vox Populi

ArtFree7 min walk

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African American Museum in Philadelphia

Local History9 min walk

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National Constitution Center

Children11 min walk

Visitor Information

Is The Fabric Workshop and Museum free to visit?

Yes, general admission to The Fabric Workshop and Museum is free. Free admission; $10 suggested donation. Advance registration required for groups of 15+ adults or 10+ children.. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of The Fabric Workshop and Museum?

The Fabric Workshop and Museum is open Wednesday–Friday 12:00–18:00, Saturday–Sunday 12:00–17:00. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Also closed on Thanksgiving (26 November 2026), Christmas Day (25 December 2026) and New Year's Day (1 January 2027).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is The Fabric Workshop and Museum?

The Fabric Workshop and Museum is located at 1214 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States, in the Center City area of Philadelphia. The nearest stations are 13th Street (Market-Frankford Line), Jefferson Station (SEPTA Regional Rail) and City Hall (Broad Street Line).

What can I see at The Fabric Workshop and Museum?

Artists move in, experiment with cloth and print, and leave behind work no one has made before. Current highlights include The FWM Permanent Collection, The Artist-in-Residence Program and You Stretched Diagonally Across It: Contemporary Tapestry.

Do I need to book The Fabric Workshop and Museum in advance?

The Fabric Workshop and Museum is free to enter and most days you can walk in. Free admission; $10 suggested donation. Advance registration required for groups of 15+ adults or 10+ children.. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit The Fabric Workshop and Museum?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.