What’s On
The Week Ahead
The Barnes Collection
Masterworks by Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Modigliani, Van Gogh, and other renowned artists, plus African sculpture, Native American ceramics, metalwork, and decorative arts.
Pat Steir
Silent Secret Waterfalls:
The Barnes Series
An installation of 11 new paintings by the American artist.
I Do Not Know What It Is I Am Like: The Art of Bill Viola
A selection of genre-defying works by the renowned video artist.
Mural Arts Studio at the Barnes: Leroy Johnson
Mixed-media artist Leroy Johnson is our current artist-in-residence.
Highlights Tour
This one-hour tour is perfect for first-time visitors. Explore highlights of the collection and learn the history of the Barnes.
Premier Tour
This 90-minute docent-led tour takes place while the Barnes is closed to the public.
Personalized Docent Tour
A private one-hour tour for you and up to five guests during regular hours.
Afternoons with
the Art Team
Join us for casual pop-up talks in the galleries led by our Art Team. Each talk focuses on a specific work of art—it’s a great way to explore the collection and learn something new!
Screenings: I Do Not Know What It Is I Am Like
As part of this summer’s special exhibition on Bill Viola, we’re holding free weekly screenings of the artist’s 1986 feature-length work.
August Spotlight Tour: Wondrous and Strange
This August, enter the mysterious and dreamlike worlds of some of the most imaginative artists in the Barnes collection.
Member Morning
Members are invited to join Barnes staff for a chat about membership at the Foundation and benefits, followed by a docent tour of the collection.
Upcoming
PECO Free First Sunday Family Day: African-Caribbean Roots
Learn about the music and art of Philly’s African-Caribbean communities.
September Spotlight Tour: Pissarro and Friends
This month, learn about Camille Pissarro’s relationships with fellow impressionists and his enduring influence.
In Focus Gallery Talk: Bill Viola’s Pneuma
Hear the story behind the work from Barnes Art Team member Ann Moss. Free with admission; Roberts Gallery
First Friday! Odean Pope: Sounds of the Circle
The Philly saxophone legend honors the enduring jazz legacy of the city with his original compositions.
In Focus Gallery Talk: Braun’s Cupboard
Hear the story behind the object from Robin Craren, collections research coordinator at the Barnes. Free with admission; Room 18
Stroller Tour
Our Stroller Tours make visiting our galleries less stressful for families with babies.
Upcoming Exhibitions
30 Americans
Painting, sculpture, and photography by influential contemporary African American artists.