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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.
Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets
See the inventive works of Henri Rousseau in a new light.
The Doctor and the Douanier: How Dr. Barnes Built His Collection of Rousseaus
The story behind the world’s largest collection of Rousseaus.
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.
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.
February Spotlight Tour: The Life Cycle of a Painting
This tour guides you through the process of creating a work of art and allows you to step into the mind of great artists.
First Friday: Küf Knotz & Christine Elise
Enjoy performances blending hip-hop, soul, and classical sounds, plus after-hours access to our galleries.
Deep Dive: Klee’s Place-Signs
An in-depth discussion about the painting with Penn MA student Nina Huang. Free with admission; Room 17
Members-Only Online Tour: The Barnes Collection
See favorite works like never before, with up-close looks that reveal more about the art and artist.
ARTZ @ The Museum
This program provides free access to the Barnes for people living with dementia and their care partners.
Members-Only Online Tour: Henri Rousseau: A Painter’s Secrets
This exclusive online tour offers members up-close views of the exhibition.
A Valentine’s Dinner: Love, the Barnes
Treat your Valentine to a unique experience at the Garden Restaurant. Enjoy a multicourse dinner, drink pairings, and after-hours access to our galleries.
Upcoming
Member Orientation
New members are invited to join us to learn more about the perks of membership at the Barnes.
Members-Only Talk: Merchandising a Museum Shop
Learn how the Barnes team develops custom products and creates a one-of-a-kind shopping experience.
Members-Only Online Tour: The Life Cycle of a Painting
This exclusive virtual tour gives a detailed look at how artists create their works.
Graduate Student Symposium on the History of Art—Keynote Lecture
Historian Steven Nelson presents “Why the Underground Railroad Matters.”
Graduate Student Symposium on the History of Art
Discover innovative research and new perspectives shaping the field of art history.
PECO Free First Sunday Family Day: Barnes in Bloom
Celebrate spring and enjoy free admission, family-friendly art activities, and performances by musician Farah Siraj.
Upcoming Exhibitions
Sky Hopinka:
Red Metal Dust
An installation of 11 new works by the American artist.
Freedom Dreams
A meditation on the memories, dreams, and histories of America, featuring powerful works by contemporary moving-image artists Arthur Jafa, David Hartt, Garrett Bradley, Ja’Tovia Gary, and Tourmaline.