Experience the vibrant diversity of our region at The Museum’s new program, Celebrating Our Community! This special event shines a spotlight on local community members from a variety of ethnic backgrounds as they share the rich traditions, stories, music, art, and cuisine unique to their cultures. Visitors of all ages are invited to enjoy live […]
Join us for a powerful and important special screening of the documentary Amá, presented in collaboration with the Widoktadwen Center for Native Knowledge. This deeply moving film, the result of nine years of careful and sensitive work by filmmaker Lorna Tucker, reveals the untold story of the forced sterilization and systemic abuses committed against Native […]
Inspired in part, by Dressing the Abbey, this engaging four-week art history course, taught jointly by Scott Schweigert, Curator of Art and Civilization, and Geoff Fleming, Executive Director and CEO, offers an in-depth exploration of the tradition of the Country Home in both America and Great Britain. The sessions explore the country house as a […]
The Museum’s Permanent Collection of paintings, sculptures, cultural, scientific materials, and more was started in 1904 and has been growing ever since. The Purchase Party offers an opportunity to vote on the next artwork to be added to the collection, offering a unique occasion to directly affect what is displayed on the gallery walls and […]
Attention all Cub Scouts! Get ready for an action-packed adventure at the Reading Public Museum! We're offering two thrilling sessions with captivating themes: blast off with Space Exploration in the morning, and dive into the mysteries of Forensics in the afternoon. Hosted by the Cacoosing District, these epic programs will be led by the amazing staff […]
Attention all Cub Scouts! Get ready for an action-packed adventure at the Reading Public Museum! We're offering two thrilling sessions with captivating themes: blast off with Space Exploration in the morning, and dive into the mysteries of Forensics in the afternoon. Hosted by the Cacoosing District, these epic programs will be led by the amazing staff […]
Celebrating the diverse cultures of our community and featuring customs and creations from all over the world for the Holiday Season! Admission required to see the trees. Members always free! Thank you to all our participating groups: RPM Arboretum Assistants Polish American Heritage Association of Berks County Romanian Community Center Dreibelbis Historical Farm Columbiettes […]
Join us for a variety of learning opportunities presented by Master Gardeners, avid horticulturists, and other industry specialists. Contact Rebeka at rebeka.birch@readingpublicmuseum.org with questions or to reserve a seat! Location: Unless otherwise mentioned, all arboretum education programs will be held in the museum's auditorium. Pricing: FREE for Members and Arboretum Assistants FREE with Museum admission or $5 […]
Join educators from The Museum for an exciting morning filled with a special tour of a featured museum gallery or space and hands-on projects that the whole family can enjoy! Programs are designed for elementary school age students (younger and older siblings are welcome to participate). This week's program will have your kids exploring the […]
You are never too old to learn! Come to The Museum for this senior-friendly program to learn more details behind the exhibits at The Museum. This program will run the 4th Friday of the month, (*unless otherwise noted). +All documentaries are shown in The Neag Planetarium. Senior Series is FREE with Museum admission and FREE for Members. […]