Philadelphia Museum of Art

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A Nation of Artists

The museum's America-250 centrepiece: over 1,000 works tracing three centuries of American art making, drawn from its own collection and the Middleton Family Collection.

Now showing12 Apr – 5 Jul 2027$30

Marcel Duchamp

The first North American Duchamp retrospective in over fifty years: more than 300 works across six decades, from painting and sculpture to film, photography and the readymades.

Now showing10 Oct – 31 Jan 2027$30

El Anatsui: Prints and Play

The Ghanaian sculptor best known for his shimmering metal hangings seen through his printmaking and experimental work on paper.

UpcomingFrom 19 Dec$30

Permanent Collections

Diego Rivera: Frescoes

A focused installation of Diego Rivera's frescoes, shown close up so visitors can read the Mexican muralist's technique in the wet plaster itself.

Permanent collection$30

European Galleries

The European collection, strongest in French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist painting, hung through galleries that follow the making of modern art.

Permanent collection$30

Chinese Galleries

The museum's Chinese collection, including architectural interiors such as the reconstructed Temple Hall, alongside ceramics, painting and sculpture.

Permanent collection$30

Arts of the Islamic World

Centuries of Islamic art and design (calligraphy, metalwork, ceramics and textiles) traced across the trade routes that carried them.

Permanent collection$30

Nearby

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Rodin Museum

Architecture9 min walk

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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site

Architecture9 min walk

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Barnes Foundation

Design11 min walk

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The Franklin Institute

Children13 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Philadelphia Museum of Art cost?

Standard adult admission to Philadelphia Museum of Art is $30. Pay What You Wish every Friday after 5pm (through 25 June 2027) and on the first Sunday of each month; discounts for seniors, students and visitors 18 and under.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Philadelphia Museum of Art?

Philadelphia Museum of Art is open Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm; Friday 10am-8:45pm (Pay What You Wish after 5pm). Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Philadelphia Museum of Art?

Philadelphia Museum of Art is located at 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130, United States, in the Fairmount / Benjamin Franklin Parkway area of Philadelphia. The nearest stations are Philadelphia Museum of Art (SEPTA bus routes 7, 32, 38, 43, 48), Spring Garden Station (SEPTA Broad Street Line) and 30th Street Station (SEPTA Regional Rail / Amtrak).

What can I see at Philadelphia Museum of Art?

Greek-temple colossus atop the Rocky steps, holding 240,000 works from Duchamp to Eakins. Current highlights include Diego Rivera: Frescoes, Marcel Duchamp and El Anatsui: Prints and Play.

Do I need to book Philadelphia Museum of Art in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Philadelphia Museum of Art?

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.