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The Barnes Collection
See art differently. Explore paintings by Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, Picasso, Modigliani, Van Gogh, and other artists beside African sculpture, metalwork, and decorative arts.
The Doctor and the Douanier: How Dr. Barnes Built His Collection of Rousseaus
The story behind the world’s largest collection of Rousseaus.
Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets
See the inventive works of Henri Rousseau in a new light.
Highlights Tour
This one-hour tour is perfect for first-time visitors. Explore highlights of the collection and learn the history of the Barnes.
Private Collection Tour
Explore highlights of the collection and learn the history of the Barnes. This tour is a private one-hour experience for you and up to nine guests.
Private Collection Tour: Favorite Artists
Choose your favorite artists in the collection for a private one-hour experience for up to ten guests.
Daily Gallery Talks
Every day, our gallery specialists offer talks about the Barnes collection. Learn more about our history, founder, and collection.
Exhibition Tour: Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets
Take a deep dive into this landmark exhibition that reexamines the work of the self-taught artist.
Private Tour: Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets
This docent-led tour of Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets is a private one-hour experience for you and up to nine guests.
Members-Only Tour: Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets
Members are invited to exclusive tours of Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets in the Roberts Gallery.
November Spotlight Tour: Radical Visionaries: Van Gogh, Pippin, and Beyond
Explore the self-taught and rebellious painters in the collection who broke new ground with their work.
Exhibition Seminar: Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets
Explore the dreamlike imagery of Henri Rousseau face-to-face in our exhibition gallery. Instructor: Martha Lucy
The Garden Design of Piet Oudolf
Explore the naturalistic design philosophy of Piet Oudolf, whose iconic projects include New York’s High Line and the newly planted Calder Gardens. Instructors: Erin Monda, Andrew Bunting
Members-Only Online Tour: Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets
This exclusive online tour offers members up-close views of the exhibition.
Member Orientation
New members are invited to learn more about the perks of membership at the Barnes.
Young Professionals Night: A Painter’s Secrets
After-hours art, style, and music await Philadelphia’s young leaders and Barnes Contemporaries members.
Upcoming
Members-Only Gallery Talk: Modigliani: Figure to Form, Entropy to Turmoil
This exclusive talk offers an in-depth look at the life and work of Amedeo Modigliani.
Member Appreciation Days
This December, members get even more! Join us for exclusive talks and extra discounts.
December Spotlight Tour: Radical Visionaries: Van Gogh, Pippin, and Beyond
Explore the self-taught and rebellious painters in the collection who broke new ground with their work.
Member Appreciation Talk: David Hartt on Freedom Dreams
The Philly-based artist discusses his work and the upcoming Barnes exhibition Freedom Dreams.
First Friday: April Varner
Enjoy performances by the New York–based jazz singer and access to the the collection and Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets.
PECO Free First Sunday Family Day: Reimagined and Retold
A free day of art and family fun, with performances by the Philadelphia Youth Concert Band.
Upcoming Exhibitions
Sky Hopinka:
Red Metal Dust
An installation of 11 new works by the American artist.
Freedom Dreams
Film, video, and installation by Ja’Tovia Gary, David Hartt, Arthur Jafa, and Tourmaline.