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Staircase of the Historic Landmark Building

A Message from the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees updates the PAFA community on its efforts to create a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for the practice of instruction, study, and work at the institution.

September 14, 2020

An Update on Fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at PAFA

PAFA's School Review Committee shares an update on their ongoing efforts to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in our community.

September 1, 2020

119th Annual Student Exhibition Opens September 12

PAFA is pleased to announce the updated schedule for the Annual Student Exhibition, opening opening to the public September 12 and on view through October 3, 2020, as well as information about the ASE Preview Party and related events.

Press Release

August 21, 2020

Gilbert Lewis (b. 1945), Pale Gold, 1991. Gouache on paper, 24 x 18 in. Private Collection. © Gilbert Lewis.

PAFA Announces Updated Museum Exhibition Schedule

As PAFA prepares for the museum's reopening on September 12, we are pleased to announce our updated schedule of museum exhibitions through Spring 2021.

Press Release

July 22, 2020

PAFA School of Fine Arts & Museum Reopening Plan

Learn more about the preventative measures PAFA is undertaking to reopen our physical spaces for the fall, while prioritizing the health and safety of our students, faculty, staff, and members of the public.

July 15, 2020

Statement from the School Review Committee Sent on Behalf of Reginald M. Browne

Reginald M. Browne, PAFA trustee and chairman of the School Review Committee, shares an update with the PAFA community.

July 13, 2020

staircase in the historic landmark building

PAFA Board Action Statement on Diversity and Inclusion

Today, PAFA Board’s Executive Committee announced the creation of a special committee to recommend changes that will ensure that PAFA is a truly diverse and inclusive learning environment.

July 1, 2020

PAFA Announces Museum Reopening Plan

PAFA announces a planned public reopening date for the Museum. Learn more about our revised hours of operation, in addition to the preventative measures designed to protect the health and safety of our guests and staff.

July 1, 2020

An Apology and a Commitment to the PAFA Community

President & CEO, Dr. David R. Brigham, follows up on his June 20 message to the PAFA community.

June 25, 2020

A Message from PAFA President & CEO Dr. David R. Brigham

PAFA President & CEO, Dr. David R. Brigham, writes to address the concerns expressed by some members of our PAFA community, which were outlined in a news article published by Billy Penn.

June 20, 2020

PAFA Appoints New Chief Development Officer & Senior Vice President

PAFA is pleased to announce the appointment of Jane Allsopp as Chief Development Officer and Senior Vice President. In this role, Jane will develop and lead PAFA's comprehensive fundraising initiatives, working with senior staff, the Board of Trustees, and the development team to ensure the long…

Press Release

June 11, 2020

installation view of "from the schuylkill to the hudson"

PAFA Receives $2M Gift to Endow and Name Museum Curatorial Position

PAFA is the recipient of a gift totaling $2 million from National Trustee Ken Woodcock. This generous gift will endow the museum's Curator of Historical American Art position, which will henceforth be named The Kenneth R. Woodcock Curator of Historical American Art. This position is currently held…

Press Release

June 8, 2020

About PAFA

Founded in 1805, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is America's first school and museum of fine arts. A recipient of the National Medal of Arts, PAFA offers undergraduate and graduate programs in the fine arts, innovative exhibitions of historic and contemporary American art, and a world-class collection of American art. PAFA’s esteemed alumni include Mary Cassatt, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Thomas Eakins, William Glackens, Barkley L. Hendricks, Violet Oakley, Louis Kahn, David Lynch, and Henry Ossawa Tanner.