The Philadelphia Museum of Art Names Its New Curator of Costume and Textiles
Ann Marguerite Tartsinis has been named the Philadelphia Museum of Art’s new Curator and Head of Costume and Textiles, succeeding the late Dilys E. Blum.
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Jennifer Thompson Named Deputy Director of Collections and Exhibitions at the PMA
Jennifer Thompson has been named Deputy Director of Collections and Exhibitions at the Philadelphia Museum of Art after 25 years at the institution, including a decade stewarding the John G. Johnson Collection.
The National Liberty Museum Is Throwing a Tailgate — With a New Exhibition on the Side
The Great American Tailgate at the National Liberty Museum, July 9, brings Kampar, Franklin Fountain, and Philadelphia sports history together — plus the debut of 2076: The Future of Free Assembly.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art Is Including All Special Exhibitions in General Admission Through August 2
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is including all special exhibitions in general admission ($30) from July 2 through August 2 — Van Gogh’s Sunflowers, the Rocky show’s final month, A Nation of Artists, and Workshop of the World opening July 12.
Barnes x Calder Gardens Are Offering Free Admission to Philadelphia Residents All of July
The Barnes Foundation and Calder Gardens are offering free general admission to Philadelphia residents for the entire month of July 2026 — no reservations required, just a valid Philadelphia ID at the door.
“The Forgotten Freedom: American Assembly at 250” Exhibition
“The Forgotten Freedom Exhibit” at NLM spotlights assembly’s power through rare artifacts, sports icons, and culture-shaping moments in U.S. history.
Philadelphia Art Museum 2026: A Year of Vision
Engage the vision of the Philadelphia Art Museum 2026, from Van Gogh and Duchamp to Rocky and rising global voices in art.
Lunar New Year: Celebrating the Year of the Snake in Philly
Philadelphia celebrates the Lunar New Year with festive dining, lion dance performances, cultural events, and vibrant decorations, honoring the Year of the Snake.
First Moon Landing: 50th Anniversary
The Franklin Institute celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first Moon landing with Summer of the Moon.