Philadelphia Museum of Art to Catch, Last chance: Modern Times

August Newsletter

What Is Modern? Modern Times: American Art 1910–1950 Through September 3 What does modern mean to you? Artist Odili Odita, WRTI jazz host Bob Perkins, and Artistic and Executive Director of BalletX Christine Cox stopped by to share their unique take on Modern Times. Before the exhibition closes on Labor Day, don't miss your chance to see how Georgia O’Keeffe, Marsden Hartley, Jacob Lawrence, and others challenged convention and forged bold new styles to fit the times. Watch Videos On View Face to Face: Portraits of Artists Through October 14 See how photographers helped craft the public personas of their creative subjects, in this stunning selection of rare photographs from the Museum’s collection. Up Next Larry Fink: The Boxing Photographs Opens August 11 Larry Fink’s powerful, unsentimental photographs reveal the heart of close-knit communities. Here, he takes us inside what he calls “the deep fraternity” of the boxing gym. Coming Soon Yael Bartana: And Europe Will Be Stunned Opens September 21 Blurring fact and fiction, artist Yael Bartana reimagines historical narratives to spur a dialogue about urgent social and geopolitical issues of our time. . . Hitting the Road Marcel Duchamp Collection Closes August 10 Most of our Duchamp collection is about to go on the road—to Japan, Korea, and Australia—so d’Harnoncourt Gallery 182 will be closing on August 10 to for the installation of a new selection of artwork. You'll still be able to see The Large Glass and Étant donnés on Saturday, August 11, and Sunday, August 12. The gallery will reopen Saturday, August 18, with The Duchamp Family, a new exhibition about Marcel, his brothers Raymond Duchamp-Villon and Jacques Villon, his sister Suzanne Duchamp, and her husband Jean Crotti—all of whom were talented artists.

Fall in love with Rodin Philadelphia Museum of Art: Fall In LOve Wih Rodin

Philadelphia Museum of Art Rodin Museum New exhibition: The Kiss Now on view Discover what passion looks like in the hands of a master sculptor. 2017 is the one hundredth anniversary of Auguste Rodin’s death. To mark the occasion, the Museum will take part in worldwide celebrations of the artist’s work and legacy with special exhibitions and programs. A new installation features marbles, bronzes, plasters, and more exploring the artist’s intimate and powerful depictions of romantic love. Just for Members Rodin's Kiss February 14, 3:00–6:00 p.m. This Valentine’s Day we’re opening the Rodin Museum just for members and their guests. Hear the stories behind the sculptor's works, including The Kiss. Not a member? Join today for a year of art, access, and savings. Shopping Artfully Yours Give your special someone a gift that's as unforgettable as they are. Whether shopping for an art enthusiast, a fashionista, or a master-chef-in-the-making, our online store has countless ways to help you say those three big words. Final Fridays Lonely Hearts Club February 24, 5:00–8:45 p.m. A night of art, music, tours, and performances celebrating—or swearing off— love. Featuring Eliza Hardy Jones, Revolution Shakespeare, sexologist Timaree Schmit, Silent Philly, and a card-making station. 2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway Philadelphia, PA 19101 philamuseum.org #fineartmagazine