|
 |
|
|
|
Moore College of Art & Design
The first and only women’s college of art and design in the nation
|
|
The Moore College of Art in Philadelphia
Photo by M. Hampton
|
Other Information
Open Tue - Sun
Insider Tip
You'll find the work of Moore^s students and faculty in the main lobby, and tucked into just about every available public space outside the galleries.
Kids' stuff
Original children's activities can be found at the Galleries' website.
The Experience
Showing work in its two large, airy galleries, Moore College has set a standard of excellence in its exhibit program. The Paley Gallery seeks out significant artists who deserve wider attention from the U.S. and abroad; a highlight is their biennial Moore International Discovery Series. The Levy Gallery offers a showcase for artists of the Philadelphia region, often grouped by interesting themes.
As a women's visual art and design college, maybe it's not surprising that Moore has put on shows highlighting the contributions of women artists. The recent Gloria featured the wild feminist art of the seventies, and another show compared three Philadelphia artists of different generations: Mary Cassatt, Alice Neel and Karen Kilimnik.
History
In 1848, founder Sarah Worthington Peter established the College, then called Philadelphia School of Design for Women, to offer women an education that could lead to financial independence. The school's first major, textile design, prepared women to work in new careers offered by the advent of the Industrial Revolution, and today offers nine majors.
|
|
|
|