Helen Millard Gallery

Since 1986, Woodmere’s children’s gallery has always showcased stellar art education programs in the region. Admission to Woodmere is always free to children, and free to families of children featured in the Helen Millard Gallery. To apply for an art exhibition at Woodmere from your school, contact us at education@woodmereartmuseum.org.

Currently on View

I Dream a World: Philadelphia's Young Artists Imagine the Future

Opening May 21, 2026

Inspired by Langston Hughes’ powerful poem “I Dream A World,” this exhibition invites viewers into a collective vision shaped by freedom, justice, peace, and shared humanity. Students from kindergarten through high school responded to that call by expressing their own dreams for a more compassionate and connected future.

Opening Reception

exhibitions in the Helen millard gallery

Millard Gallery, Smith Hall

I Dream a World: Philadelphia’s Young Artists Imagine the Future

May 21, 2026

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October 25, 2026

Millard Gallery, Smith Hall

Wissahickon High School Art Invitational 2026

March 21, 2026

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April 26, 2026

Millard Gallery, Smith Hall

The Light Within: Art That Shines

January 17, 2026

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March 1, 2026

Millard Gallery, Smith Hall

Kids Care: Musical Storytelling in Art

November 15, 2025

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December 21, 2025

Millard Gallery, Smith Hall

Walk in the Wissahickon: Celebrating and Cherishing Our Local Treasure

September 14, 2025

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October 26, 2025

Millard Gallery, Smith Hall

Together We Create: William Penn Charter School

May 31, 2025

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August 24, 2025

Educational Resources

Woodmere offers digital family and teacher resources designed to use the visual arts as a learning tool across all disciplines. Woodmere's mission, to tell the story of Philadelphia's art and artists, is particularly relevant to children growing up in this region.

Family Activity Guides

Free, printable, and engaging art guides for current and past exhibitions at Woodmere allow families to create their own art exploration experience, focused on the intersection of learning and artmaking.

Teacher Resource Guides & Teaching Workshops

Developed in conjunction with our Teacher Workshops, these digital guides with impactful art lessons are freely available online.

School Group Experiences

Woodmere offers a multitude of ways for children to explore their imagination and self-expression, develop critical thinking skills, and celebrate the art and artists of Philadelphia. Programs accommodate a diversity of learning styles, are designed for pre-school to high school classes.

Support & Membership

Your support is vitally important and greatly appreciated. Membership and support enable Woodmere’s exhibitions, education programs, and the preservation of our collection. Please make the decision to become a member of Woodmere.

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