Wild Sight: Thomas Chimes on the Edge of the Rational
May 2, 2026 - October 11, 2026
Thomas Chimes (1921-2009) explored a constellation of figures drawn from myth and literature associated with the unknown and the irrational.
Listen with Your Eyes: A Moe Brooker Retrospective
September 26, 2026 - January 17, 2027
An inaugural retrospective dedicated to the work of Moe Brooker (1940–2022), one of Philadelphia's most beloved and visionary artists.
The Woodmere Annual: 83rd Juried Exhibition
June 27, 2026 - September 6, 2026
The Woodmere Annual exhibition presents the work of Philadelphia’s contemporary artists. This year’s juror, Ron Tarver, invites makers to submit works that reflect on the theme of Family.
Arc of Promise
June 20, 2026 - January 10, 2027
In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Arc of Promise explores how Philadelphia’s artists have envisioned “America” as an idea, from the nation’s founding to today.

Exhibitions

Charles Knox Smith Hall
6/20/2026
1/10/2027
Until
January 10, 2027

Arc of Promise

In celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, Arc of Promise explores how Philadelphia’s artists have envisioned “America” as an idea, from the nation’s founding to today.

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Arc of Promise
Frances M. Maguire Hall
5/2/2026
10/11/2026
Until
October 11, 2026

Wild Sight: Thomas Chimes on the Edge of the Rational

Thomas Chimes (1921-2009) explored a constellation of figures drawn from myth and literature associated with the unknown and the irrational.

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Wild Sight: Thomas Chimes on the Edge of the Rational
Charles Knox Smith Grounds
4/17/2021
12/1/2100

La Cresta: A Land-Sculpting Installation by Syd Carpenter and Steve Donegan

Artists Syd Carpenter and Steve Donegan take inspiration from the horticultural practice of hügelkulture in the form of a land-sculpting installation.

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La Cresta: A Land-Sculpting Installation by Syd Carpenter and Steve Donegan
Woodmere’s Outdoor Wonder, Grounds
6/1/2018
12/31/2100

Woodmere's Outdoor Wonder

Woodmere’s grounds feature important examples of public sculpture by significant artists.

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Woodmere's Outdoor Wonder
Charles Knox Smith Grounds
7/22/2016
1/11/2100

Free Interpretation of Plant Forms

Woodmere and the City of Philadelphia are pleased to announce the re-installation of Harry Bertoia's monumental fountain sculpture.

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Free Interpretation of Plant Forms
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Charles Knox Smith Hall
June 27, 2026
September 6, 2026
Ongoing

The Woodmere Annual: 83rd Juried Exhibition

The Woodmere Annual exhibition presents the work of Philadelphia’s contemporary artists. This year’s juror, Ron Tarver, invites makers to submit works that reflect on the theme of Family.

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The Woodmere Annual: 83rd Juried Exhibition
Charles Knox Smith Hall
September 26, 2026
January 17, 2027
Ongoing

Listen with Your Eyes: A Moe Brooker Retrospective

An inaugural retrospective dedicated to the work of Moe Brooker (1940–2022), one of Philadelphia's most beloved and visionary artists.

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Listen with Your Eyes: A Moe Brooker Retrospective
Showing 1-9 of 52 exhibitions
Charles Knox Smith Hall
8/3/2024
3/2/2025
Ongoing
August 3, 2024
March 2, 2025
Ongoing

In the Moment: The Art & Photography of Harvey Finkle

In the Moment, consisting of photographs that Finkle has taken over the past half decade, surveys the multiple and sophisticated ways in which his work forges meaningful connections with its audiences.

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In the Moment: The Art & Photography of Harvey Finkle
Millard Gallery, Smith Hall
1/11/2025
2/23/2025
Ongoing
January 11, 2025
February 23, 2025
Ongoing

Radiant Galaxies: Kelly Brown, Lisa Kelley, Ania Lattie, Faith Olumbe & Karlee Salamone

This group exhibition of artists from Center for Creative Works features five artists who boldly employ color, shape, texture, and line to transport us into other worlds.

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Radiant Galaxies: Kelly Brown, Lisa Kelley, Ania Lattie, Faith Olumbe & Karlee Salamone
Charles Knox Smith Hall
11/23/2024
1/5/2025
Ongoing
November 23, 2024
January 5, 2025
Ongoing

Sing, Choirs of Angels

Sing, Choirs of Angels will highlight works from Jerry Pinkney's "Music from Our Lord's Holy Heaven."

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Sing, Choirs of Angels
Millard Gallery, Smith Hall
11/16/2024
12/15/2024
Ongoing
November 16, 2024
December 15, 2024
Ongoing

Kids Care 31: My Favorite Place

Kids Care is a special program that has touched the lives of thousands of people in the Philadelphia area. Artwork is delivered along with holiday meals by MANNA to individuals battling illness.

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Kids Care 31: My Favorite Place
Charles Knox Smith Hall
10/5/2024
11/3/2024
Ongoing
October 5, 2024
November 3, 2024
Ongoing

The Black Cat

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The Black Cat
Millard Gallery, Smith Hall
9/14/2024
10/27/2024
Ongoing
September 14, 2024
October 27, 2024
Ongoing

Walk in the Rainforest

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Walk in the Rainforest
Charles Knox Smith Hall
8/3/2024
10/27/2024
Ongoing
August 3, 2024
October 27, 2024
Ongoing

The Photo Review: Best of Show 2024

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The Photo Review: Best of Show 2024
Charles Knox Smith Hall
6/8/2024
9/1/2024
Ongoing
June 8, 2024
September 1, 2024
Ongoing

The Woodmere Annual: 82nd Juried Exhibition

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The Woodmere Annual: 82nd Juried Exhibition
Millard Gallery, Smith Hall
5/18/2024
8/25/2024
Ongoing
May 18, 2024
August 25, 2024
Ongoing

Philadelphia's Young Artists

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Philadelphia's Young Artists

Woodmere’s permanent collection

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Woodmere’s Outdoor Wonder, Grounds

Sculpture and Nature

Woodmere's Outdoor Wonder presents significant examples of public sculpture set in harmony with our grounds and gardens. The museum's founder, Charles Knox Smith, found deep spiritual meaning in the beauty and cycles of nature. Today, Woodmere recognizes the Lenape people as the original inhabitants of Pennsylvania, and with their partnership seeks to be a steward of the land, water, and sky of Lenapehoking, their ancestral homeland.

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Charles Knox Smith Hall

Founder's Collection

Woodmere's founder, Charles Knox Smith (1845–1916), assembled a collection that attests both the tumultuous history of his era and his abiding belief in art as a vehicle for spiritual and patriotic uplift.

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Frances M. Maguire Hall

Arthur Carles and His Circle

Arthur B. Carles immersed himself in the Parisian avant-garde, absorbing the ideas animating movements like fauvism and cubism. He carried this vital new artistic language back to Philadelphia, where he inspired his students to forge their own modernist paths.

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