Founded in 1805 as the first school and museum of fine arts in the United States, PAFA is a National Medal of Arts recipient that celebrates the transformative power of American art and art-making through its collections, exhibitions, and education programs.
Immersive 118-ft Wall Painting by Markus Linnenbrink
Transforms Lobby of PAFA’s Hamilton Building
Installation in progress June 16–25, 2014
PHILADELPHIA (June 13, 2014) — The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is pleased to announce a new, permanent installation by artist Markus Linnenbrink…
PAFA and Mixed Greens Gallery Showcase Work by PAFA Graduates
On view July 1–18 at Mixed Greens Gallery in NYC
Reception: Wednesday, July 10, 6-8 p.m.
PHILADELPHIA (June 9, 2014) — The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) and Mixed Greens gallery are pleased to announce On Being Solid, a group…
PHILADELPHIA (May 5, 2014) - The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) celebrates its 209th Commencement on Friday, May 9, 2014 at 3 p.m. in the Historic Landmark Building (118 N. Broad Street).
PAFA’s 113th Annual Student Exhibition: A Celebration of Tradition and the Art of Today
May 9 – June 1, 2014
PHILADELPHIA (April 21, 2014) — The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) presents its 113th Annual Student Exhibition (ASE), May 9 – June 1, 2014 in PAFA’s Samuel M.V. Hamilton…
PAFA presents David Lynch: The Unified Field, on view September 13, 2014 through January 11, 2015. The Unified Field will be the first major U.S. museum exhibition of internationally-renowned filmmaker and PAFA alumnus David Lynch (b. 1946), featuring works from all periods of Lynch’s career
Over $15,000 Awarded to Fine Arts Students in Support of Their Artistic Goals
PHILADELPHIA (March 21, 2014) – The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) is pleased to launch a new program for Fine Arts students: The PAFA Fine Arts Venture Fund. Spear-headed…
PAFA Announces Preview Party for 113th Annual Student Exhibition
Thursday, May 8, 2014, 4:00-8:30pm
PHILADELPHIA (March 12, 2014) — The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) will kick off the 113th Annual Student Exhibition (ASE) with a Preview Party, hosted by PAFA’s Women’s Board, on…
Visitors and art collectors get an inside look into the creative process of tomorrow’s art stars
Philadelphia, PA (February 12, 2014) – The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) hosts its annual Open Studio Night on Friday, February 21, 5:30-8 p.m. in the…
PAFA Presents Over 30 Programs and Free Sunday Admission
in Conjunction with Beyond The Paint: Philadelphia’s Mural Arts
PHILADELPHIA (February 6, 2014) – In conjunction with the special exhibition, Beyond the Paint: Philadelphia’s Mural Arts, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) presents…
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Founded in 1805, the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts is the United States’ first school and museum of fine arts. A recipient of the National Medal of Arts, PAFA offers a world-class collection of American art, innovative exhibitions of historic and contemporary American art, and educational opportunities in the fine arts. The PAFA Museum aims to tell America's diverse story through art, expanding who has been included in the canon of art history through its collections, exhibitions, and public programs, while classes educate artists and appreciators with a deep understanding of traditions and the ability to challenge conventions. PAFA’s esteemed alumni include Mary Cassatt, Njideka Akunyili Crosby, William Glackens, Barkley L. Hendricks, Violet Oakley, Louis Kahn, David Lynch, and Henry Ossawa Tanner.
