I am amazed to find such an informal and noisy crowd in the Art Museum. My mother told us about the Wednesday nights at the museum and here we are hoping to relax, have a good time and maybe meet someone. Nearly 800 people of the most diverse groups packed the Great Stair Hall to watch the performers while enjoying the fried catfish with a glass of chardonnay. The program's continuous aspect caters to latecomers, who can enjoy part of the program by catching a performance, a tour, or the movie. Besides, with several events to choose from, the crowd is dispersed so people can walk, dance, sit and eat comfortably.
Members can attend Wednesdays for free.
The History of It All This mix of art, music, food and entertainment began in 1991, when the museum's marketing and public relations staff decided to give Philadelphians a reason to show up several times a month. They created these Wednesday get-togethers for people to stop in after work and have a good time, offering something different every week, but always in a warm and friendly atmosphere. We often pick suggestions from visitors. St. Patty's Day Two days before St. Patrick's, The Timoney Irish Dancers, dressed in traditional Irish costumes, invited guests to swirl and turn to the rhythm of Irish Step and Ceili music while others indulged in corned beef and a refreshing beer. Dancers and viewers later slowed down their heartbeats to the sound of an Irish harp.