Woodmere is FREE All Summer Long!

We are thrilled to offer FREE admission this summer to allow visitors to learn more about our newest addition, the Frances M. Maguire Hall for Art and Education, which opens to the public on Saturday, November 1, and Sunday, November 2, 2025, from 10 AM to 5 PM. We will also be sharing plans for what will be happening at the current location, now known as Charles Knox Smith Hall. The Kuch and del Bueno galleries are currently closed, but we will be hosting a variety of activities, including a Juneteenth celebration on Thursday, June 19, from 3 PM to 4:30 PM. There is also a diverse array of classes and workshops for every age and level. And while Woodmere celebrates LGBTQ artists year-round, stop in to see what is on view this June for Pride Month. We welcome everyone and everyone you love!

SUNDAY, June 1

2 PM – 4 PM

Come celebrate the creativity of the young artists from William Penn Charter’s Middle and Upper School and see their exhibition Together We Create, in the Helen Millard Children’s Gallery. Light refreshments will be served. FREE, pre-registration required. Register here.

THURSDAY, June 19

3 PM – 4:30 PM

Join us for an outdoor celebration of Juneteenth with the exciting DIAMONDS Step Team of J.S. Jenks Academy of Art and Sciences. Students in grades 4-8 will honor the 1865 emancipation of enslaved African Americans with a lively dance performance that weaves the story of Juneteenth through songs of freedom and movement that express the joy of liberation. Refreshments to follow. FREE, pre-registration required. Register here.

THURSDAY, June 26

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Join us to celebrate In the Eye of the Beholder, an exhibition spotlighting the recent gifts of two eminent collectors of Philadelphia artists, painter Bill Scott and activist Bob Schoenberg (d. 2021). Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public. FREE, pre-registration required. Register here.

Learn & Create

At Woodmere, art isn’t just something you admire—it’s something you experience. Our wide assortment of classes and workshops invites you to dive into the creative process, guided by professional artists and educators who are passionate about sharing their craft.

Whether you’re a beginner eager to explore your artistic side or an experienced creator looking to refine your skills, there’s something for everyone!

SATURDAY, June 7

10 AM – 12 PM

$45 ($35 Members) | Ages 8-12

Capture the beauty of blooms in paint in this fun and engaging class. Students will sketch and paint from observation of vibrant bouquets of fresh flowers and use acrylic paints to mix colors and create lively compositions on canvas. Through guided instruction by Ginger Mimmo Rohlfing, children will explore blending techniques, brushstrokes, and color harmony to bring their floral artwork to life. Register here.

SATURDAY, June 7, 21, 28 (Meets 3 times)

1 PM – 4 PM

$180 + $35 materials fee ($150 + $35 materials fee for Members)

Join renowned mosaic artist Ellen Tiberino and explore the fundamentals of mosaic art. Under Ellen’s expert guidance, students will learn essential techniques and craft two unique mosaic tiles of their own. Don’t miss this opportunity to unleash your creativity and work alongside a celebrated artist in a vibrant and inspiring setting! Register here.

FRIDAYS beginning June 20 (Meets 6 times)

9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

$225 ($225 Members)

Marta Sanchez explores fresh approaches to portraying the changing spring landscape. Draw inspiration from Woodmere’s vibrant gardens, trees, and the diverse birdlife that inhabits the museum’s grounds. Learn how to compose a scene and capture the colors, shifting light, forms, and rich textures of nature. Register here.

In the Eye of the Beholder

Bright and Beautiful

Geographies of Freedom: The Art of Jim Bloom