Philly’s museums are up and running again

Philadelphia’s museums are beginning to welcome back visitors, including three of the city’s most exciting museums — the Museum of the American Revolution, The Barnes, and Penn Museum. Here’s what to expect.

Museum of the American Revolution, the newest museum in Philadelphia’s historic district, has safety protocols in place to ensure a safe and crowd-free visit.

Museum of the American Revolution

The exhibits at the Museum of the American Revolution go well beyond what the colonists were fighting for, how they fought and how they struggled to form the nation. The museum delves into the often forgotten perspectives of African Americans and Native Americans and how their lives were affected by the war and questions who was included in the phrase “all men were created equal” in the Declaration of Independence. Tip: Finish your visit with the immersive film about George Washington’s tent and then see the actual tent that housed the nation’s first Commander in Chief, and is the centerpiece of the museum’s collection. The newest museum in Philadelphia’s historic district, has these safety protocols in place to ensure a safe and crowd-free visit. • All staff received training on safety protocols and social distancing procedures.

• The museum encourages people to pre-purchase timed tickets online or by phone to allow for contact-less payment and limited capacity. A limited number of timed tickets will be sold to walk-ins each day. • Masks/face coverings are required (age 5+). • People are asked to remain at least 6feet from guests not in their family group. • Visitors move through the galleries in a one-way pattern and capacity is limited in museum theaters and in-gallery pocket theaters.

• An elevator is available with limited capacity. The second floor exhibits can also be easily accessed by a sweeping, open-air staircase. • The museum’s Revolution Place discovery center and Battlefield Theater will remain temporarily closed. But there will still be plenty to see and entertain visitors. • All public spaces, surfaces and touch screens are rigorously cleaned and disinfected throughout the day and hand sanitizing stations have been installed throughout the building. • Protective barriers have been installed in all locations where purchases are made and tickets are scanned. • Visitors can purchase audio tours that they can listen to on their own smartphones or take small guided tours. • The shop and Cross Keys Cafe are open. Outside seating is available. For more information: https:// www.amrevmuseum.org

The Barnes

The Barnes houses one of the world’s most impressive collections of French impressionists, postimpressionist paintings include the world’s largest collection of Renoirs,

PHOTO BY MICHAEL PEREZ The Barnes houses one of the world’s most impressive collections of French impressionists, post-impressionist paintings include the world’s largest collection of Renoirs, as well as work by Cezanne, Matisse and African art.