Art in Motion: PAFA’s 2026 Exhibitions and the Future of Public Engagement
Samuel M.V. Hamilton Building
Step into the future of art, learning, and cultural connection at PAFA’s Art at Noon on February 4, 2026, at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia. This free public program features Brittany Lewis, Director of Community Education and Engagement, as she unveils a bold preview of PAFA’s 2026 public programs and exhibition experiences.
Audiences will get an exclusive look at the creative energy behind major exhibitions including Bodies and Souls: Selections from the Kohler Collection, A Nation of Artists, Threaded Currents, and more — while discovering how PAFA is reimagining public programs, youth and family engagement, and citywide partnerships that activate art across Philadelphia and beyond.
With clarity, charisma, and vision, Brittany brings audiences inside the strategy, stories, and inspiration shaping PAFA’s next chapter. Expect insight, excitement, and a renewed appreciation for how art connects people, ideas, and communities.
Whether you’re a lifelong art lover, educator, student, or curious creative, this is your front-row seat to what’s next.
Join us at PAFA on February 4, 2026 — and be part of the conversation shaping Philadelphia’s cultural future.
This program is offered in a hybrid format—attend in person at PAFA or watch the live stream on YouTube. A link to the livestream will be emailed to all registrants on the day of the event.
About Brittany Lewis
Brittany Lewis is Director of Community Education and Engagement at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA), where she leads public programming, exhibitions-connected learning, and citywide partnerships that expand access to art and interpretation. With degrees from Penn State and Drexel University’s LeBow College of Business, and a track record of building dynamic educational experiences for diverse audiences, Brittany shapes PAFA’s strategic vision for public engagement. As keynote speaker for Art at Noon on February 4, 2026, she previews PAFA’s 2026 slate of programs tied to Bodies and Souls: Selections from the Kohler Collection, A Nation of Artists, Threaded Currents, and more.
About Art At Noon
Art at Noon is a lecture series featuring conversations with artists and scholars. Programs are held Wednesdays from 12:00–1:00 PM and are offered in a hybrid format. See our full calendar for upcoming Art at Noon events →
This event is Pay What You Wish meaning there's no fixed admission. Your contribution helps us create meaningful programs, inspire new ideas, and educate our community through the arts. Every gift supports the work we do and the artists who make it possible. Members are complimentary. Become a Member →
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