Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Art museum and school in Center City, Philadelphia, United States.
The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts spans two buildings featuring extensive collections of American paintings, sculptures, and works on paper from the 19th and 20th centuries.
Founded in 1805 by Charles Willson Peale and William Rush, the institution established itself as the first art museum and art school in the United States.
The museum regularly presents exhibitions that combine historical American art with contemporary works, maintaining educational programs focused on traditional artistic techniques.
The museum opens Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 to 17:00 and weekends from 11:00 to 17:00, with admission including access to both historic buildings.
The Furness-Hewitt building, constructed between 1871 and 1876, demonstrates Second Empire architecture with intricate details in its stone and metal facade.
Location: Philadelphia
Inception: 1805
Architects: Frank Furness
Architectural style: Second Empire architecture in the United States and Canada, Renaissance Revival architecture
Industry: higher education
Address: 118-128 North Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102 19102-1510
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10:00-17:00; Saturday-Sunday 11:00-17:00
Phone: +12159727600
Website: http://pafa.org
GPS coordinates: 39.95568,-75.16322
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:48
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