Lectures and Events

Gain new insight into the art and culture of Philadelphia with Woodmere’s engaging lectures and gallery talks. Hear from artists, art historians, professors, curators, and writers who offer new perspectives on the Museum’s collection, exhibitions, and related topics.

Group '55 and the Philadelphia Abstract Artists

Thursday, November 5

7 pm (Online via Zoom)

Lecturer: Barbara Wolanin, curator, Sam Feinstein, Group '55, and Midcentury Abstraction in Philadelphia

$15 ($10 members)

Dr. Barbara Wolanin, who wrote the historical essay on the groups for the exhibition catalogue, will explore the history of Group '55 and how she became engaged with midcentury abstract painting in Philadelphia. Dr. Wolanin will talk about who the members were, how some of them branched off into the Philadelphia Abstract Artists, focusing on their accomplishments, and how they made a difference for the art world in 1950s Philadelphia and even today. Click here to view the recording.

Members' Tour: Sam Feinstein, Group '55, and Midcentury Abstraction in Philadelphia (in conjunction with annual meeting of members)

Wednesday, November 11

6:30 pm (Online via Zoom)

Free

Woodmere Art Museum members are invited to join us for our 2020 Annual Members Meeting. This virtual meeting will include a presentation from Director and CEO William Valerio, PhD, as well as an online tour of our latest exhibition Sam Feinstein, Group ‘55, and Midcentury Abstraction in Philadelphia by Assistant Curator Rachel Hruszkewycz. This is a free event for members offered online through Zoom. Registrants will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom meeting link. Click here to register.

Please note: You will receive a confirmation email at check-out containing the link to view the tour and lecture.

Online Open House: Just In: SCHOFIELD Celebrating the Art of Uncle Elmer

Thursday, November 19

7pm

Free

Join Woodmere for an online open house celebrating the generous gift of paintings by Walter Elmer Schofield from the artist’s niece Margaret Phillips and the extended Schofield Phillips family. A leader of the Pennsylvania Impressionists and a central figure in the broader phenomenon of American Impressionism, Schofield worked in Philadelphia and abroad in Cornwall, England, where he made his home. Click here to view the recording.