The Best Things To Do in Philadelphia with Kids
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Mother’s Day Weekend at the Barnes
May 11 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
With a world-class art collection, expertly guided tours, an on-site restaurant featuring delicious fare, and a fabulously curated shop, the Barnes has everything Mom could want for a special day. Art, brunch, and a gift – you’re all set!
Tours:
Highlights Tour (Thursday–Monday, 11:30am & 1:30pm)
This one-hour tour is perfect for first-time visitors. Explore highlights of the collection and learn the history of the Barnes.
May Spotlight Tour: Friends and Rivals: Picasso and Matisse (Thursday–Monday, 1pm)
Learn about the complex relationship between these influential modern artists.
Exhibition Tour: Cecily Brown: Themes and Variations (Thursday–Monday, 1 pm)
Explore the artist’s lush, dynamic paintings and engagement with art history from a feminist point of view.
