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You can climb the stairs to the main entrance, or run up like Rocky. There is a back entrance that is much less challenging and adjacent to parking facilities.
Friday evenings are Jazz Nights. Current exhibit is Andrew Wyeth's "Memory and Magic". Parking is free during the week. Admission is $12 ($5 on the weekend). Leave a Comment
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Of special interest on the exterior of the building is the group of polychrome terra-cotta sculpture in the tympanum of the pediment on the North Wing, designed by sculptor C. Paul Jennewein in 1933. This is the first major building in over 2,000 years to adapt polychromy in this manner. In ancient Greek architecture the architectural ornament and sculpture in terra-cotta and stone were painted with perishable pigments, while those of the Museum are of ceramic glazes. The completed tympanum encompasses ten free-standing figures, mythological Greek gods and goddesses signifying sacred and profane love. Executed in brilliant colors and gold glazes, the tympanum is 70 feet wide at its base above the supporting columns, rising to 12 feet in height at the center, and is an outstanding example of ceramic art in color. Jennewein also modeled the bronze doors of the elevators inside the Museum. The octagonal bronze basin for the great fountain on the East Terrace, with bas-reliefs depicting Courtship, was designed by the Philadelphia sculptor Henry Mitchell (1915-1980) and installed in 1958. The acroteria of the roof are adorned with bronze griffins, seated with one paw outstretched or standing watchfully. This mythological creature, traditionally a guardian of treasure, has served as the symbol of the Museum since the 1970s. Leave a Comment
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 Philadelphia Art Museum by bct341
The collection of Asian art, with objects dating from the third millenium B.C. to the present, includes ceramics, sculpture, paintings, and decorative objects as well as a Japanese ceremonial teahouse, a Chinese palace hall, and a celebrated collection of Oriental carpets. The European collections include medieval sculpture, stained glass, and a 13 th -century French cloister; masterpieces of Renaissance painting; a suite of 18th -century French interiors; and superb Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, including celebrated masterpieces such as Van Gogh’s Sunflowers and Cézanne’s Large Bathers.
The American collections include extensive holdings of Pennsylvania German art; refined furniture and silver by early Philadelphia Craftsmen; and the most important collection in the world of works by Philadelphia artist Thomas Eakins. Modern and Contemporary art collections begin with the early innovations of Picasso, Braque, Matisse, and Duchamp, and include great works of abstract expressionism, pop art, color field painting, and contemporary work in many media.
In addition to the art housed by the museum, there are numerous exhibitions that take place also. The photo shows one such exhibition being hosted by the art museum. In this case, it is a exhibition showcasing the works of Degas. Leave a Comment
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I have been here a couple of times now. The first was the most memorable as it was a pit stop to see Tania on my way through. We were going to go see the Dali exhibit but had not been able to buy tickets up front. This led to us touring the rest of the museum instead. One of my favorite pictures is of us standing in front of a mirror here. She toured us around through the entire museum before we set off for lunch. If you get the chance to go with her I highly recommend it. Leave a Comment
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This visit was to the Ruth and Raymond Perelman building. This part of the Philadelphia museum houses some smaller works not seen in the main building which is across the street. At the time there was an exhibit of Ansel Adams photos that to me was the main attraction. In the main building that day there was an exhibit of Frida Kohlo works. Since time was limited we only viewed one buildings materials. Open 10 to 5 Tuesday thru Sunday. Cost is seven dollars for this building only. Combo for the main building and this one is $14. to include the Frida exhibit is $20. Enough said have a look when you are in the area. Leave a Comment
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 by tpangelinan
Here is a secret. If you go before 12:00 on Sunday morning, it is donation only, you can give $1.00 and go in. Art is for everyone in Philadelphia. Leave a Comment Address: Benjamin Franklin Parkway and 26th Street | PhiladPhone: (215) 763-8100Directions: Philadelphia Museum of Art | TTY: (215) 684-7600 Museum Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday and Friday evenings until 8:45 p.m. Closed Mondays and legal holidays.Website: http://www.philamuseum.org/
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 by Sharrie
Experience 2000 years of artistic expression in one extraordinary place just minutes away from city center.
Sunflowers by Vincent Willem van Gogh is housed here!
Leave a Comment Phone: (215) 763 8100Directions: Benjamin Franklin Parkway at 26th street.
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 by keeweechic
The Museum was a legacy of the great Centennial Exposition of 1876 which was held in Fairmount Park. The front of the building was made famous when scenes from the movies ‘Rocky III’ and Rocky 5’ were shot there. Leave a Comment Address: Benjamin Franklin Parkway and 26th Street
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Closed Monday, Open 10-5 Tuesday to Sunday, open late Friday nights. Leave a Comment
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