The Historic Landmark Building is temporarily closed for renovations as of July 8, 2024 and will reopen in Spring 2026 with a major exhibition. In the meantime, visit us in the Hamilton Building, which remains open with exhibitions and events.
Visit America’s first museum and school of fine arts — established in 1805.
Jordan (1859-1935) was a painter and studied under Eakins and the Academy in about 1880 and became a good friend and staunch supporter. Jordan was known as a dilettante and, until his marriage at the age of forty-eight, a gallant bachelor and much sought after dancer.