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Woodmere Unveils Bold New Identity With Support From
A Little Better Co. Through The Unless Project Grant
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| Woodmere Art Museum is thrilled to unveil its transformation to simply “Woodmere,” a name that captures the museum’s evolution as a dynamic cultural hub for the city of Philadelphia. This exciting rebranding has been made possible through a grant from A Little Better Co. (ALBC) via The Unless Project, allowing Woodmere to amplify its voice and strengthen its presence on a grander stage. With ALBC’s brand development support, on November 14, 2024, Woodmere launched a new logo, color palette, and strategic messaging highlighting its commitment to fostering creativity, learning, and self-expression. Read the full press release here.
We are extremely appreciative to ALBC… and especially now at Thanksgiving, we are grateful to all of YOU for your support and patronage and making advancements to Woodmere like this one possible. Happy Thanksgiving! |
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Find Your Inspiration!
Explore bold art and be inspired by one of our many exciting programs this December at Woodmere. |
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with Flo Gelo, Medical humanities educator, psychotherapist, writer; Hildy Tow, the Robert L. McNeil, Jr. Curator of Education, Woodmere
THURSDAY, December 5 | 2PM – 3PM
FREE with registration |
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| WEDNESDAY, December 25
Woodmere is CLOSED for Christmas. We wish a happy and healthy holiday to all who celebrate! The Museum will re-open Thursday, December 26 at 10AM. |
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Tuesday Nights at the Movies
On Tuesday nights, Woodmere’s main gallery is transformed into an intimate setting for screenings of rare and underseen films as well as classics. Tuesday Nights at the Movies is presented with the Chestnut Hill Film Group and sponsored by the Chestnut Hill Local. Donations suggested. |
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TUESDAY, December 3 | 7 PM – 9PM |
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Learn & Create
Unleash your inner artist with our hands-on classes and workshops. Whether you’re an experienced artist or just beginning, find your new outlet for expression at Woodmere! |
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| Studio Workshop | Intro to Drawing
THURSDAYS, December 5 and 12 | 1PM – 4PM
Meets 2 times with Instructor Marta Sanchez
$90 ($60 members)
This class is designed to introduce the essential elements of drawing by working from landscape images and still life setups. Students will experiment with a variety of charcoals and pencils and explore form and space through tone, scale, and color relationships to create unified drawing compositions. |
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| Children’s Studio Workshop | Holiday Craft Papers
SATURDAY, December 7 | 10AM – 11:30 AM
For ages 7-12, with Instructor Ginger Mimmo Rohlfing
$35 ($25 family members)
Explore painting and printing techniques to create vibrant textured and patterned papers to craft with this holiday season. Make papers for holiday cards, and ornaments, or to wrap small gifts. |
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Members Do More
WEDNESDAY, December 11 | 2PM – 3PM
FREE, Woodmere Member ONLY event
Join us for a members-only Gallery Talk of Sing, Choir of Angels with Associate Curator Amy Gillette. This intimate exhibition spotlights the brilliant watercolors of music-making angels from Jerry and Gloria Pinkney’s book, Music from Our Lord’s Holy Heaven. Painted to accompany hymns, psalms, and traditional African American spirituals, the angels are heralds of joy and peace for the holiday season. Space is limited to the first 20 members who sign up. |
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Woodmere’s Winter Wonder Shop
Woodmere’s Winter Wonder Shop is now OPEN! Step into a world of holiday magic and explore a dazzling selection of one-of-a-kind and handcrafted treasures. Get a first-hand look at Woodmere’s exciting new brand identity, reflecting the community and inspiration that is at our core. Shop a variety of branded mugs, t-shirts, hats, and more! Your purchases benefit Woodmere’s mission while also supporting Philadelphia artisans and craftspeople globally.
Stop by for Museum Store Sunday on December 1 to enjoy unique raffles and special promotions as part of this festive celebration. |
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Stephen Kerzner (March 17, 1950 – November 21, 2024)
Woodmere lost a dear friend on November 21, 2024. Stephen Kerzner, who was a longtime champion of Woodmere, passed away at Chestnut Hill Hospital last week. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, Stephen spent decades working in fashion, both in Philadelphia and New York. Stephen was an institution unto himself as operator of Woodmere’s museum store and was a staff member for 16 years, from 2007 to 2023. He poured his heart and soul into Woodmere — not just in the store — and was loyal and loving of the Museum in every way. He had a very big presence on social media and never missed a beat. Stephen will be missed. May he rest in peace. |
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