Attractions
Orange and A Bottle, Cézanne © Barnes Foundation
Barnes Foundation
The Barnes Foundation, housed in the French provincial mansion
of Albert Barnes, holds one of the finest collections of French
modern and post-impressionist paintings in the entire world. Dr
Albert Barnes was a wealthy Philadelphia born and bred
pharmaceutical entrepreneur who established the foundation in 1922.
This artistic experience without equal offers the chance to view an
awesome number of masterpieces by artists such as Matisse,
Cézanne, Renoir and Picasso. There are also objects like
furniture, ceramics and jewellery from around the world in this
rare collection of artistic treasures.
Address: 300 North Latch’s Lane, Merion;
E-mail: reserve@barnesfoundation.org;
Website: www.barnesfoundation.org;
Telephone: (610) 667 0290;
Transport: Train to Merion Station, or bus to Old Lancaster Road and N. Latches Lane;
Opening time: Gallery opening hours are restricted to Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 9.30am to 5pm. In July and August the gallery opens on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Advance bookings are required for all visits. Guided tours and audio guides are available;
Admission: Admision is $12. Onsite parking is available at $10 per person (book in advance). Audio guides at the gallery are $7 per person
