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The Barnes is home to one of the world’s greatest collections of impressionist, post-impressionist, and early modern paintings, with especially deep holdings in Renoir, Cézanne, Matisse, and Picasso. Assembled by Dr. Albert C. Barnes between 1912 and 1951, the collection also includes important examples of African art, Native American ...
Our Mission. The mission of the Barnes is to promote the advancement of education and the appreciation of the fine arts and horticulture. Our founder, Dr. Albert C. Barnes, believed that art had the power to improve minds and transform lives.
The Barnes Foundation is an art collection and educational institution promoting the appreciation of art and horticulture.
Everything you need to know about your next visit, including hours, tickets, tours, directions, and amenities.
September 22, 2022 – August 14, 2023. Historic photographs and letters reveal the story behind the monumental mural. View More. The Barnes in Philadelphia. One of the world's greatest collections of impressionist, post-impressionist & modern art. Plan your visit.
Created in 1922, the Barnes Foundation originated with Dr. Albert Barnes’ mission to foster cognitive development through new approaches to education and to heighten critical-thinking and problem-solving skills through the study of art.
