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Rodin's Hands

Fifteen bronzes and plasters, many rare or unique to Philadelphia, trace Rodin's obsession with the expressive hand, from The Cathedral and The Hand of God to Two Hands.

Now showing4 Feb 2022 – 31 Jan 2027$15

Permanent Collections

Copy of Rodin's "The Kiss"

Henri Greber's 1929 bronze after Rodin's embracing lovers from The Gates of Hell, made for the museum's garden but only installed outdoors in 1998.

Permanent collectionFree

The Gates of Hell

Rodin's monumental bronze doorway, worked on from 1880 until his death and cast for Philadelphia in 1926-28, crowds more than 200 figures from Dante's Inferno into a weightless, chaotic world.

Permanent collection$15

The Thinker

Conceived as Dante brooding above The Gates of Hell, enlarged in 1902-04 and cast in 1919, Rodin's most famous figure presides over the museum's entrance courtyard on the Parkway.

Permanent collectionFree

The Burghers of Calais

Six townsmen walk toward what they believe is their execution in Rodin's 1884-95 monument to the 1346 siege of Calais, cast for Philadelphia in 1919-21.

Permanent collection$15

Nearby

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Barnes Foundation

Design2 min walk

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The Franklin Institute

Children5 min walk

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Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University

Children7 min walk

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Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site

Architecture9 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Rodin Museum cost?

Standard adult admission to Rodin Museum is $15. Seniors 65+ $14; students with ID $7; youth 13-18 and children 12 and under free; members free. Admission is included with a Philadelphia Museum of Art ticket. The Dorrance H. Hamilton Garden in front of the museum is free to enter year-round.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Rodin Museum?

Rodin Museum is open Monday 10am-5pm; Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10am-5pm; closed Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The garden is open free to the public year-round.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Rodin Museum?

Rodin Museum is located at 2151 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130, United States, in the Benjamin Franklin Parkway / Fairmount area of Philadelphia. The nearest stations are Benjamin Franklin Parkway & 22nd Street (SEPTA bus 32, 33, 38, 43, 48), 21st Street & Benjamin Franklin Parkway (SEPTA bus) and Suburban Station (SEPTA Regional Rail, approx. 1.3 km).

What can I see at Rodin Museum?

Beaux-Arts jewel box on the Parkway holding the largest Rodin collection outside Paris, from The Thinker to The Gates of Hell. Current highlights include Copy of Rodin's "The Kiss", The Gates of Hell and The Thinker.

Do I need to book Rodin Museum 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 Rodin 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.