Philadelphia’s Museum of Art is something that everyone should experience. Looking at a piece of art on a PowerPoint in class or while surfing the web does not have anywhere near the same effect on an individual that only comes from seeing the works in person.
Fernand Léger’s exhibit of “Modern Art and the Metropolis” is on display until January 5th. You don’t need a lick of background knowledge of Léger, or even modern art, to be in awe of everything that surrounds you in the exhibit. Everything from the works by equally talented artists such as Pablo Picasso and Piet Mondrian to the many states of Léger’s “La Ville” or “The City” (the piece for which the exhibit is based around) is something to behold.
If the art itself isn’t enough to draw you into the museum time and time again, the museum now has extended hours. The Friday events are known as “Art After 5.” Famous chef Stephen Starr Events serves up snacks and libations in the Great Stair Hall.There is also a variety of entertainment by international performers and jazz artists as you relax and enjoy the show.
The Philadelphia museum of art touches the lives of Philadelphians in many ways. Citizens are touched everyday by the museum’s collections, programs and identity as a national landmark.
The main building is opened Tuesday through Sunday starting at 10:00 a.m. – 5:oo p.m. and on
Wednesday and Friday evenings the main portion of the building is open until 8:45 p.m. The extended hours allows room for lovers of art to have a little more time to take in everything.
Admission for adults starts at $20. Seniors (65 and over) are $18. A student with valid ID is $14. Youth ages 13 through 18 are $14. Children 12 years of age and under are fee and members are also free with purchase of membership.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is proud to participate in Blue Star Museums. This allows free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
