Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial in Philadelphia, PA 19147

The Samuel S. Fleisher Art Memorial, is guided by the spirit of its founder, who first extended an invitation in 1898 for "the world to come and learn art." This free-spirited school and community center hosts the nation's oldest tuition-free art school, featuring a wealth of children's and adult fine art classes. The school also hosts exhibitions, shows, concerts, and workshops that are open to the public.
lottery and only reasonably-priced term memberships are requested to support the school.

Lottery and registration forms are available in-person or by sending a self-addressed, stamped #10 envelope to the Children's Program Lottery Form Request at the address above. In the case of a missed lottery deadline, contact the registrar to be added to the waiting list.

Parent classes, available only to parents of children in Saturday programs, give grownups the opportunity to explore their own creative potential.

Special classes for young people and adults also include Cambodian Classical Dance.

Membership supports Fleisher programs, and benefits include special notice of exhibition receptions, workshop discounts, free general admission to the Philadelphia Museum of Art, a 10% discount in Fleisher's supply store, and discounted tickets for concerts and events.

Financial aid information and applications may be obtained by telephoning Fleisher.