Group Tours

Experience drama, beauty, mystery, romance and adventure on a guided tour of the Pennsylvania Academy. Knowledgeable and personable guides reveal the fascinating stories hidden in four centuries of American paintings, sculptures and works on paper.

Guides discuss the history of the Academy and its spectacular Historic Landmark Building, a testament to the genius of architects Frank Furness and George W. Hewitt. The Museum's intimate and accessible galleries are ideal for adults, seniors and students in college and grades K-12.

Just across Cherry Street is the Academy’s new Samuel M.V. Hamilton Building. Visit the Lenore and Walter Annenberg Gallery and see works from the Academy’s permanent collection by modern and contemporary artists such as Leon Golub, Jim Nutt, Robert Ryman, H.C. Westermann, Alice Neel, Betye Saar, and Adolf Gottlieb, just to name a few. In addition, the Luce Foundation American Sculpture Center offers the opportunity to view a remarkable collection of American sculpture.

Group tours are an excellent way to get the most out of your visit to the Pennsylvania Academy. For more information, we encourage you to contact the Group Tour Coordinator at 215-972-2069 or e-mail tours@pafa.org.

Philadelphia Hospitality is a private, non-profit organization which arranges unique and distinctive cultural programs for groups visiting the Philadelphia region. Philadelphia Hospitality can arrange behind-the-scenes tours of Philadelphia's cultural and historic treasures and open the doors to the city's private clubs, homes and gardens.

		Group sizes Tours can accommodate 6 to 60 people.
		Scheduling Please schedule a group tour at least one month in advance. Call 215-972-2069 or e-mail tours@pafa.org with the following information: Name of group Number of people Date and time desired Contact name, address, phone and fax number, and e-mail address
		Bus Parking Buses may park on JFK Boulevard between 20th and 30th Streets, or the area in front of the Free Library of Philadelphia. Most bus services are aware of the free parking on JFK. There are also several area parking lots that accommodate buses.
		Lunches Groups of 15 or less can enjoy lunch in the cafe. For groups of 15 or more, dining options can be made through Jimmy Duffy & Sons Catering. Prices vary. 215-972-0274.   If your group prefers to dine off the premises, the Group Tour Coordinator can suggest many fine restaurants in the City.
		Group rates per person $7 adults $6 seniors $5 students (Rates are subject to change. Different pricing may apply for special exhibitions).

Once we have collected the necessary information, you will be sent a confirmation. The total amount is due at the Front Desk on the day of the tour. Please make check payable to Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. We also accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.

If you prefer to mail your check, payment is due two weeks prior to the scheduled tour date. Send check to: Group Tour Coordinator, Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 128 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102.