Pennsylvania is Home to Numerous Art Galleries & Museums

Pennsylvania, beyond Philadelphia, is home to numerous art galleries and museums that showcase diverse collections and foster vibrant artistic communities. 

  • Allentown Art Museum: Located in Allentown, this museum offers a collection of over 19,000 works, including European and American art, as well as textiles. www.allentownartmuseum.org
  • Brandywine River Museum of Art: Situated in Chadds Ford, this museum is renowned for its collection of American art, particularly works associated with the Wyeth family. www.brandywine.org
  • GoggleWorks Center for the Arts: Located in Reading, this center is housed in a former goggle factory and features teaching studios, artist studios, exhibition galleries, and a 130-seat film theater. goggleworks.org
  • Palmer Museum of Art: Found on Penn State’s University Park campus in State College, this museum boasts the largest art collection between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, with admission always free. Palmer Museum of Art
  • The Andy Warhol Museum: Located in Pittsburgh, this museum is dedicated to the life and work of Andy Warhol, featuring an extensive collection of his art and archival materials. www.warhol.org
  • The Erie Art Museum: Situated in Erie, this museum offers a diverse collection of art, including contemporary works and regional pieces. www.erieartmuseum.org
  • The James A. Michener Art Museum: Located in Doylestown, this museum features a collection of Pennsylvania Impressionism and other American art. michenerartmuseum.org
  • The Museum of Art at Muhlenberg College: Found in Allentown, this museum offers exhibitions and collections that support the college’s educational mission. www.muhlenberg.edu
  • The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art: With multiple locations, including Altoona and Ligonier, this museum showcases regional and national artists across various mediums. www.sama-art.org
  • The State Museum of Pennsylvania: Situated in Harrisburg, this museum provides insights into Pennsylvania’s history, including its artistic heritage. statemuseumpa.org
  • The Susquehanna Art Museum: Located in Harrisburg, this museum offers contemporary art exhibitions and educational programs for all ages. susquehannaartmuseum.org
  • The Westmoreland Museum of American Art: Located in Greensburg, this museum features American art from the 18th century to the present, with a focus on regional artists. thewestmoreland.org