Location: Ryerss Museum and Library | Burholme Park | 7370 Central Avenue | Philadelphia, PA 19111
Saturday, September 20, 2025
1:00–3:00 pm
$8 per person
$2 for ACCESS Philly Cardholders
Join Glencairn Museum staff at the Ryerss Museum and Library and travel back in time over 1,000 years to explore life in the Middle Ages! Discover the stories behind medieval objects in the Glencairn Museum collection, enjoy hands-on activities that get you up close with stained glass, weapons and armor, sculpture, manuscripts, and more. Each participant will be able to create a medieval-style manuscript of their own, inspired by stories and objects that are important in their own lives.
This program is designed for students ages 7–12 but is open to the whole family. This is not a drop-off event. One adult per group is required to attend.
Adults, seniors, and students, each $8, children 4 and under free, but will not have supplies provided.
Saturday, October 4, 2025
7:30 am–5:45 pm
$65 for Glencairn Museum members (lunch not included)
$125 for non-Glencairn Museum members (includes the price of a Basic Individual membership, lunch not included)
Advanced registration is required by Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Join Glencairn Museum members and staff for a day trip to the Newark Museum of Art (NMOA), New Jersey’s largest fine art museum, founded in 1909 with the then-radical belief that art and learning are for everyone.
We’ll travel in comfort aboard a 56-passenger motorcoach equipped with free WiFi, charging ports at every seat, a restroom, and a PA system. En route, Asian art expert Terri McNichol will provide background on Buddhism to enhance our experience at NMOA.
Sunday, October 19, 2025
3:00 pm (doors open at 2:30 pm)
$25 General Admission
$20 Basic Glencairn Museum members
Free for Patron and Gold Glencairn Museum members
$2 for ACCESS Philly Cardholders
Patron members enjoy reserved seating; all other seats are general admission.
Reservations for Patron members must be made by 5:00 pm on Thursday, October 16, 2025, to secure this benefit.
This concert is expected to sell out based on past attendance. We strongly encourage purchasing tickets in advance, as tickets will not be available at the door if the event sells out.
After two sold-out performances in 2024, renowned American violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn returns to Glencairn Museum for a highly anticipated recital. She will be joined by acclaimed pianist Derek Wieland, violist William Hakim, and cellist Kenneth Kuo for an afternoon of exceptional music.
Sunday, October 26, 2025
1:00–4:30 pm
$40 (includes $15 materials fee)
10% member discount
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Age 16+
Step into the world of ancient artisans and craft your own stunning piece of Roman-inspired jewelry! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll work with thin sheets of brass and brass wire to recreate the intricate embossed designs found on jewelry in Glencairn Museum’s Roman gallery. Personalize your creation by incorporating imagery that holds special meaning to you, or be inspired by imagery from Roman beliefs. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience with metalworking, this workshop offers a fun and immersive journey into the techniques of the past—no prior skills required!
Friday, October 31, 2025
2:30–5:00 pm
Free
Mark your calendars for something magical! Our popular, free, family-friendly Halloween event, inspired by the Harry Potter book series by J.K. Rowling, is happening again this year!
Join us on Friday, October 31, from 2:30 to 5:00 pm, for an afternoon of pre-trick-or-treating fun, including a mythical scavenger hunt, enchanting prizes, spooky decorations, and more! Costumes welcome!
No registration required.
