What’s On
Daily Gallery Talks
Every day, our gallery specialists offer talks about the Barnes collection. Learn more about our history, founder, and collection.
Deep Dive: Matisse’s Music Lesson and Studio with Goldfish
An in-depth discussion about two paintings by Henri Matisse with Penn MA student Nina Huang. Free with admission; Room 19
Rousseau Film Series: Uncle Boonmee Who Can Recall His Past Lives
This series, curated by BlackStar Film Festival founder Maori Karmael Holmes, reflects on themes in Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets.
Book Talk: Deborah Willis on Reflections in Black
The artist and historian discusses the 25th anniversary edition of her groundbreaking book of Black photography.
Rousseau Film Series: Shorts Program
This series, curated by BlackStar Film Festival founder Maori Karmael Holmes, reflects on themes in Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets.
Deep Dive: Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence
Explore this religious scene in-depth with Penn MA student Nina Huang. Free with admission; Room 2
Deep Dive: Klee’s Place-Signs
An in-depth discussion about the painting with Penn MA student Nina Huang. Free with admission; Room 17
Deep Dive: Cézanne’s Still Life
An in-depth discussion about Still Life with Penn MA student Nina Huang. Free with admission; Room 8