Opening Celebration – Making American Artists: Stories from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 1776-1976
Oct 25, 2025 – 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
It’s a party 200 years in the making with the Opening Celebration for Making American Artists: Stories from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, 1776-1976!
This event is your opportunity to enjoy the splendor of an exhibition opening featuring masterworks from the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts’ formidable collection featuring iconic historic works alongside stellar pieces by traditionally underrepresented artists.
From Winslow Homer and Georgia O’Keefe to Barkley L. Hendricks and Alice Neel, you’ll experience some of the most celebrated American artwork created over the past two centuries.
This evening features:
- Red carpet photo opps (dress to impress!)
- Live music and other performances
- Food trucks
- Open galleries with knowledgeable museum hosts
- One drink ticket (additional drink tickets available for purchase)
Opening Celebrations always sell out in advance. Get your tickets today!
Street Party: 7-9 pm
Open Galleries: 8-11 pm
SAVE THE DATE: Ticketing link coming soon!
Advance Tickets:
Member: TBA | General Public: TBA
Day of Tickets:
TBA
Please do not attempt to purchase tickets from third parties. The Taubman Museum of Art is the only source of tickets for this event.
Want to party like a VIP?
Purchase a VIP ticket for special access to a VIP lounge and outdoor balcony with heavy hors d’oeuvre, open bar, and live music. You’ll also enjoy a small group guided tour of the galleries with exhibition curators and organizers. VIP tickets are $250 each.
Want to take advantage of the Member pricing?
JOIN TODAY, and you’ll also get a number of other benefits – unlimited free admission to Making American Artists, invitations to Member-exclusive events, discounts on classes, free reciprocal membership at select museums, and more.
To become a sponsor of the Opening Celebration and/or Exhibition, please contact development@taubmanmusuem.org.
