Woodmere Art Museum

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Arc of Promise

Marking America's 250th anniversary, this show traces how Philadelphia artists have imagined "America" as an idea, from the founding era to the present.

Now showing20 Jun – 10 Jan 2027$15

Look Longer: Matthew Olivier's Codex Algorithm at Woodmere

Matthew Olivier's conceptual video installation claims the algorithmic feed as an artistic medium, sending visitors back to five works in Woodmere's permanent collection.

Now showingFrom 21 Sept$15

Listen with Your Eyes: A Moe Brooker Retrospective

Woodmere's first retrospective of Moe Brooker (1940–2022), from 1960s realism to rainbow patchwork abstractions swept with calligraphic marks, plus sculpture, weavings and personal material.

Now showing26 Sept – 17 Jan 2027$15

The Photo Review: Best in Show 2026

Prizewinning pictures from The Photo Review's 41st International Photography Competition, juried by Sarah Kennel of the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.

Now showing10 Oct – 3 Jan 2027$15

Permanent Collections

La Cresta: A Land-Sculpting Installation by Syd Carpenter and Steve Donegan

Two organic mounds built from recycled wood in the hügelkultur tradition, designed to decompose into the soil and feed the ecosystem of Woodmere's grounds.

Permanent collectionFree

Woodmere's Outdoor Wonder

Public sculpture set among monumental estate trees, a pollinator garden, bioswale and step pools, where the art sits alongside horticulture and environmental science.

Permanent collectionFree

Free Interpretation of Plant Forms

Harry Bertoia's monumental fountain sculpture, made for Philadelphia's Civic Center in 1967, conserved in public view at Woodmere and now permanently installed on the grounds.

Permanent collectionFree

Visitor Information

How much does Woodmere Art Museum cost?

Standard adult admission to Woodmere Art Museum is $15. Seniors 55+ $10; under 18, students, teachers and members free; admission always free on Sundays. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Woodmere Art Museum?

Woodmere Art Museum is open Wednesday to Sunday, 10am–5pm; closed Monday and Tuesday. Grounds open dawn to dusk daily. Closed New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, 4 July, Thanksgiving (26 November 2026) and Christmas Day.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Woodmere Art Museum?

Woodmere Art Museum is located at 9201 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19118, United States, in the Chestnut Hill area of Philadelphia. The nearest stations are Chestnut Hill West (SEPTA Regional Rail), Chestnut Hill East (SEPTA Regional Rail) and SEPTA Bus 23 – Germantown Ave & Bells Mill Rd.

What can I see at Woodmere Art Museum?

A Victorian stone mansion in leafy Chestnut Hill holding 8,000 works by Philadelphia's own artists. Current highlights include Arc of Promise, La Cresta: A Land-Sculpting Installation by Syd Carpenter and Steve Donegan and Listen with Your Eyes: A Moe Brooker Retrospective.

Do I need to book Woodmere Art 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 Woodmere Art 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.