ACCESS Admission
A new initiative from Art-Reach is tailored to meet the needs of
individuals who manage their government assisted funds (for SNAP, Medicaid,
PH95, etc.) with an EBT/ACCESS Card. ACCESS Admission invites ACCESS
Cardholders and their 
families to visit over 15 local museums,
gardens and historic sites, at a deeply discounted rate. Simply by showing
their ACCESS Card with a photo ID upon entry, cardholders will enjoy general
admission during all days and hours in which a participating museum is open to
the public, for just $2. Bring up to three guests, and they'll enter for just
$2 per person, too. Admission is to be paid by the visitor, not through the EBT
card.
For more information visit the Art-Reach website. Interested in helping Art-Reach spread the word by distributing brochures or posting flyers in your neighborhood? Contact Art-Reach Communications and Engagement Associate, Melissa Roderman, at 267-515-6726 or mroderman@art-reach.org.
families to visit over 15 local museums,
gardens and historic sites, at a deeply discounted rate. Simply by showing
their ACCESS Card with a photo ID upon entry, cardholders will enjoy general
admission during all days and hours in which a participating museum is open to
the public, for just $2. Bring up to three guests, and they'll enter for just
$2 per person, too. Admission is to be paid by the visitor, not through the EBT
card.For more information visit the Art-Reach website. Interested in helping Art-Reach spread the word by distributing brochures or posting flyers in your neighborhood? Contact Art-Reach Communications and Engagement Associate, Melissa Roderman, at 267-515-6726 or mroderman@art-reach.org.
Museum Partners
All seventeen local museums listed below now offer offer $2
admission to ACCESS/EBT Cardholders!
Please note: Visiting cardholders must present their valid
ACCESS Card and a matching photo ID to receive the discount. One (1) ACCESS
Card admits up to four (4) family members at a rate of $2 per person. Admission
is to be paid by the visitor, not through their EBT card. The ACCESS admission
discount is not valid on special exhibitions or features, or with any other
offers or group rates.
Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University
1900 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19103
www.ansp.org | (215)
299-1000
SEPTA Bus Routes 32, 33, 38 & 48
At the Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, get
face-to-face with towering dinosaurs, meet live animals, and wander through a
tropical garden filled with live butterflies.
The African American Museum in Philadelphia
701 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
www.aampmuseum.org |
(215) 574-0380
SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 17, 33, 44, 47,
48 & 61
Founded in 1976, AAMP is the first institution funded and
built by a major municipality to preserve, interpret and exhibit the heritage
of African Americans.
American Swedish Historical Museum
1900 Pattison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19145
www.americanswedish.org
| (215) 389-1776
SEPTA Broad Street Line and Bus Route 17
Founded in 1926, the American Swedish Historical Museum has
been dedicated to preserving and promoting Swedish and Swedish-American
cultural heritage and traditions for more than 80 years.
The Barnes Foundation
2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130
www.barnesfoundation.org
| (215) 278-7200
SEPTA Bus Routes 7, 32, 33, 38 & 48
Explore the world’s greatest collection of
post-impressionist and early modern art with masterpieces by Renoir, Cézanne,
Matisse, Picasso, Van Gogh, plus African sculpture, and more. With classes,
tours, live musical performances, and family programs, there’s something for
art lovers of all ages.
A visit to the Barnes Arboretum in Merion is a wonderful way
to extend your experience of the Barnes Foundation’s legendary art collection
on the Parkway. Venture a mere 8 miles to explore a 12-acre hidden treasure
filled with a magnificent living collection of rare plants and breathtaking
blooms. If Albert Barnes expressed his passion through art appreciation, his
wife, Laura, expressed hers through the cultivation of the Arboretum and the
establishment of the horticulture program, which is celebrating its 75th
anniversary this year. Pack a picnic, stroll the grounds, and tap new
inspiration at the Barnes Arboretum. The Arboretum is open for the season May 1
– November 1, 2015, Fri-Sun,10am – 4pm. Free parking available
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site
2027 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130
www.easternstate.org
| (215) 236-3300
SEPTA Bus Routes 7, 32, 33, 43 & 48
Eastern State Penitentiary was once the most famous and
expensive prison in the world, but stands today in ruin, a haunting world of
crumbling cell blocks and empty guard towers.
Historic Christ Church and Christ Church Burial Ground
*$2 admission includes a guided tour of the Burial Ground
Christ Church: Second Street above Market | Christ Church
Burial Ground: 5th and Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA 19106
www.christchurchphila.org
| (215) 922-1695
SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes: 5, 17, 33, 48,
57
Known as “The Nation’s Church” because of the famous
Revolution-era leaders who worshiped and were buried here, including Ben
Franklin and Betsy Ross.
Independence Seaport Museum
211 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
19106
www.phillyseaport.org
| (215) 413-8655
SEPTA Bus Routes 21, 25, 33 & 42
Note About Parking: Independence Seaport Museum does not own
a parking facility. Individual cars may park in the Hyatt Hotel Parking garage
lot and have your parking ticket stamped at our Visitor Services for a reduced
rate, to be paid upon exiting the garage. We also recommend street parking
along Chestnut Street or Front Street.
The Independence Seaport Museum is the region’s primary
repository of art, artifacts and archival materials from the Greater Delaware
Valley, Port of Philadelphia & other urban ports of the Delaware River.
Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania
100 E Northwestern Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118
www.morrisarboretum.org
| (215) 247-5777
SEPTA Chestnut Hill Train and Bus Routes 97 & L
Spend time with family and friends exploring Morris
Arboretum’s 92-acre lush and colorful gardens. Discover your favorite garden spaces
and learn from 12,000 labeled plants, trees and flowers.
Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia
19 South 22nd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
www.muttermuseum.org
| (215) 563-3737
All SEPTA Trolley Lines, and Bus routes 7, 9, 21, 31, 42,
44, 48, 62, 124 & 125.
America’s finest museum of medical history, the Mütter
Museum displays its collections of anatomical specimens, models and medical
instruments in a 19th century “cabinet museum” setting.
National Constitution Center
525 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
www.constitutioncenter.org
| (215) 409-6700
SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 38, 44 & 48
Step inside the Museum of We the People and be inspired by
rare artifacts, interactive exhibits, theatrical performances, timely
conversations on current events, and more. Plus, don’t miss the iconic Signers’
Hall, featuring life-size bronze statues of the Founding Fathers.
National Museum of American Jewish History
101 South Independence Mall East (Corner of 5th and Market
Streets), Philadelphia, PA 19106
www.nmajh.org | (215)
923-3811
SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 17, 33, 38, 44,
48 & 57
Family-friendly and cutting-edge, NMAJH brings to life the
360-year history of Jews in America, tracing the stories of immigrants becoming
Americans. Enjoy hands-on, interactive displays, original films, historical
documents, and fascinating artifacts — including Stephen Spielberg’s first
camera, Hank Greenberg’s bat, and Irving Berlin’s piano.
*Children 12 and under are free
Penn Museum
3260 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
www.penn.museum | (215)
898-4000
SEPTA Trolley Lines 11, 13, 34, 36, Bus Routes 21, 42, 40
and Regional Rail Airport, Marcus Hook/Wilmington/Newark and Media/Elwyn Lines
Explore ancient Egypt and the mummies, Asia, Africa, the
Americas, Mesopotamia and the ancient Mediterranean world at this
world-renowned museum. Enjoy gardens, shopping, and a café!
Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
118-128 N. Broad Street , Philadelphia, PA 19102
www.pafa.org | (215)
972-7600
SEPTA Broad Street Line, Market Frankford Line and Bus
Routes 4, 16, 27 & 48
Located in the heart of Center City, PAFA is the nation’s
oldest Museum and School of Fine Arts, boasting a vast collection of American
art ranging from the 18th century to the present.
Philadelphia History Museum at the Atwater Kent
15 South 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
www.philadelphiahistory.org
| (215) 685-4830
SEPTA Market Frankford Line and Bus Routes 17, 33, 44, 47,
48 & 62
The Philadelphia History Museum showcases an array of
historical objects, art, and artifacts that tell the story of Philadelphia,
from its founding in 1682 to the present day.
Philadelphia Museum of Art
2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, PA 19130
www.philamuseum.org
| (215) 763-8100
SEPTA Bus Routes 7, 32, 38, 43 & 48
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the greatest
museums in America. Offering fun and educational programs for all ages, the
museum is an ideal place to spend time with friends and family looking at art.
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens
1020 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
www.phillymagicgardens.org
| (215) 733-0390
SEPTA Bus Routes 23, 40 & 47
Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens is a mosaicked visionary art
environment, gallery, and community arts center that provides access to Isaiah
Zagar’s unique mosaic art.
Please Touch Museum
4231 Avenue of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA 19131
www.pleasetouchmuseum.org
| (215) 581-3181
SEPTA Bus Routes 38 & 40
The Please Touch Museum enriches the lives of children ages
seven and younger by creating learning opportunities through play enabling us
to lay the foundation for a lifetime of learning and cultural
awareness. ** Please note: ACCESS
Cardholders of all ages must also present a valid photo ID to receive the
discount.
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden
Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives, West Fairmount Park,
Philadelphia, PA, 19131
www.japanesehouse.org
| (215) 878-5097
SEPTA Bus Routes 38, 40, PhillyPhlash Stop #12
Shofuso is a traditional-style Japanese house and
nationally-ranked garden in West Fairmount Park that reflects the history of
Japanese culture in Philadelphia, from the 1876 Centennial Exposition to the
installation of its contemporary paintings in 2007. Shofuso is open for
visitation and group tours from April to October.
Note about Accessibility: There are areas at the Shofuso
Japanese House and Garden that are not wheelchair accessible. To learn more,
please click on the following link: http://www.shofuso.com/?page_id=1521
ACCESS Admission is a city-wide initiative led by Art-Reach
and supported by various community partners. ACCESS Admission is proudly
sponsored by:
The Barra Foundation PECO
