PECO Free First Sunday Family Day: Joy of Life
Sunday, July 7, 10am – 5pm
Free; capacity is limited, and registration is required.
About the Event
It’s the first Sunday of the month, which means free admission at the Barnes. Enjoy fun art activities, performances, and free access to the first-floor collection galleries, Matisse & Renoir: New Encounters at the Barnes, and Visions.
This month, we’re encouraging visitors to join us as we #SeeArtDifferently! Enjoy a fresh perspective on two foundational artists of European modernism as well as engaging, interactive musical performances by Dolce Suono Ensemble.
Registration opens Tuesday, July 2, at 10am.
What’s On
10am – 4pm
Art Activities
Join us for art activities, including a scavenger hunt in the galleries. Perfect for the whole family—ages 2 and up.
10:30 – 11am; 11:15 – 11:45am
Storytime with Author Alyssa Reynoso-Morris
Children’s book author Alyssa Reynoso-Morris leads interactive storytime, Q&A, and crafting sessions. Make kitchen props and act out scenes from her stories. Perfect for the whole family—ages 2 and up.
1 – 1:45pm & 2:30 – 3:15pm
Performances: Dolce Suono Ensemble
Hailed as “an adventurous ensemble” by The New York Times, the Dolce Suono Ensemble, led by artistic director Mimi Stillman, is an innovative force in the chamber music field. Today, percussionist Gabriel Globus-Hoenich and pianist Ahmed Alom will perform a vibrant program spanning classical to Latin music.
Free First Sunday Family Days at the Barnes
PECO Free First Sunday Family Day events offer no-cost admission to the collection galleries as well as an array of family-friendly activities, including arts and crafts, musical performances, and interactive workshops.
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