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Memorial Day Weekend at the Museum
Join the Museum over Memorial Day Weekend from May 25-27 to pay tribute to the men and women who lost their lives in service to their country during the Revolutionary War and celebrate the freedoms they fought to secure for future generations. Veterans, military, and Blue Star Families enjoy free admission throughout Memorial Day Weekend...
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PECO Free First Sunday Family Day
PECO Free First Sunday Family Day
It’s the first Sunday of the month, which means free admission at the Barnes. The Barnes Foundation is an art collection and educational institution promoting the appreciation of art and horticulture. One of the world's greatest collections of impressionist, post-impressionist & modern art.
First Sunday at Philadelphia Museum of Art
First Sunday at Philadelphia Museum of Art
Enjoy Pay What You Wish admission on the first Sunday of the month and every Friday night (5:00–8:45 p.m.). Free admission for PA ACCESS & EBT cardholders and their family members. The Philadelphia Museum of Art offers family programming such as Art Kids programming, crafts, and Art Kids tours.
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First Wednesday at Please Touch Museum – $2 Admission
First Wednesday at Please Touch Museum – $2 Admission
Sponsored in part by TD Charitable Foundation, visit the Museum at a discounted rate of $2 per person from 4–7 p.m. The Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia offers $2 admission days on the first Wednesday of every month for 2024 so families can explore and enjoy the interactive exhibits and activities at a discounted rate....
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Curious Histories Fest: Color Your World
Curious Histories Fest: Color Your World
Curious Histories Fest is back! The Science History Institute’s free annual celebration of science, history, exploration, and experimentation will feature free hands-on activities and family-friendly fun, as well as exciting talks, tours, and highlights from our special collections. Visit our museum; talk to curators and experts; take part in performances, story times, and special events; and...
Family-Friendly Beginner Mosaic Workshop
Family-Friendly Beginner Mosaic Workshop
Step into the exciting world of mosaics! Join our Education Team to learn about the Zagar Method used at PMG. Explore different materials and create your own 9” x 9” mosaic. All materials will be safe for young participants. Mosaics will need to be finished at home, but PMG will provide materials for completion.
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Relaxed Experience Morning at the Museum
Relaxed Experience Morning at the Museum
Experience the Museum galleries in a calm, crowd-free environment. From 9-10:30 a.m., the galleries will have lower sound effects and higher light levels to create a sensory-friendly experience. Throughout the morning, interact with replica objects and our accessibility-trained Museum staff to enhance your experience. Finally, make sure to stop by Revolution Place, our fully immersive...
Sensory-Friendly Mornings
Sensory-Friendly Mornings
Sensory-friendly mornings can be a comfortable, calmer way for museum visitors, especially those with sensory sensitivities, to explore the museum. These mornings will include: Advanced ticketing to help avoid lines Smaller crowds More tranquil sounds in exhibitions whenever possible, with soundscapes and roaring dinosaurs softened or turned off An available quiet and relaxing space Time...
PECO Family Jams: Masks
PECO Family Jams: Masks
PMG's current exhibition "Threads of Transformation" features artists Krista Dedrick-Lai and Margaux McAllister. They use fiber and fabric in unusual and unexpected ways. Come explore the paintings, sculptures, and masks on display. Then decorate your own mask with fabric, feathers and sequins. Both artists will be at PMG to answer questions and talk about their...
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Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
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Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
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Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
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Flag Day & Father’s Day Weekend 2024 at the Museum
On June 14, 1777, Congress passed the first Flag Act, adopting the 13-star flag as the official flag of the new United States. Join the Museum of the American Revolution from Flag Day, June 14, through Father's Day, June 16, to learn about flags of “all kinds of colours” from the Revolutionary era with activities...
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Juneteenth Festival
Juneteenth Festival
In advance of the official holiday, the Penn Museum, in collaboration with Forum Philly, will host an inaugural Juneteenth Festival on Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 10:00 am– 4:00 pm. Admission is free for everyone. The all-day family-friendly celebration will commemorate the importance of June 19, 1865, the day that marks the official emancipation of...
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Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
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Museum Adventures Preschool Program
Museum Adventures Preschool Program
Calling all preschoolers! Come play with us on the third Wednesday morning of every month. We’ll read a story together and then embark on a treasure hunt through the Rosenbach brothers’ glitzy Rittenhouse Square home to discover things that relate to the story. Afterward, families are welcome to join us in our activity room for...
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Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
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Midsommarfest
Midsommarfest
Join us on June 22nd for ASHM’s Midsommarfest! Midsommar is one of Sweden’s most important holidays and a day to rejoice in the coming of summer at a time when daylight is at its longest. Following tradition, Swedes decorate with greenery and flowers as they sing songs and dance around the maypole, celebrating the start...
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Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
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Parkway Pals
Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
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Cassatt Storytime at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Cassatt Storytime at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Join us in the Impressionist Gallery 252 for a story-time inspired by the themes in Mary Cassatt at Work. All ages, included with museum admission.
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Parkway Pals
Children are invited to learn and play outside with friends with help from neighboring institutions along the Benjamin Franklin Parkway! Tuesdays Story Art | 10:30am | The Free Library of Philadelphia hosts a family storytime full of stories and songs. Kids will receive a to-go craft inspired by the day's stories, while supplies last Art...
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