Abington Art Center

Abington Art Center Just Imagine. Prior to that, the estate, originally owned by Joshua Francis Fisher, was purchased by Lessing J. Grunsfeld.
(349)

Abington Art Center, located in Jenkintown, 20 minutes by rail from the heart of Philadelphia was established in 1939 as the Old York Road Art Guild. In 1965, the Guild's separate elements were brought together as the non-profit entity Abington Art Center, which has resided in Alverthorpe Manor since it was donated to Abington Township in 1969. Rosenwald, son of Julius Rosenwald, the part-owner an

d CEO of Sears, Roebuck and Company. In 1939, he razed the old house to build the current art-deco-inspired, 52-room mansion designed by Ernest A. The Art Center’s Studio School wing of this unique building once housed Rosenwald's enormous collection of over 2,600 rare books and 24,000 prints, drawings, and manuscripts, which was donated to the Library of Congress and the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Our rich history provides inspiration for AAC's mission to further arts and culture.

✨ Now Accepting Submissions ✨Abington Art Center Galleries are happy to announce two new open calls for upcoming exhibit...
12/09/2025

✨ Now Accepting Submissions ✨

Abington Art Center Galleries are happy to announce two new open calls for upcoming exhibitions!

🌙 Nocturne: Artworks Exploring the Night
📅 Submission Deadline: December 31, 2025
📍 On View: Jan. 16 – Feb. 23, 2026

🔲 2026 Annual Juried Show: Black & White
📅 Submission Deadline: February 8th, 2026
📍On View: Mar. 6 – Apr. 13, 2026

All info, important dates, and links to apply can be found on our Call for Artists page. Find at the 🔗 in our bio!

💫 Light & Shadow Feature 💫The National Association of Women Artists (NAWA), the first women’s fine art organization in t...
12/08/2025

💫 Light & Shadow Feature 💫

The National Association of Women Artists (NAWA), the first women’s fine art organization in the country, is a vibrant community of professional women artists that strives to support its members and women artists at large through exhibitions, programs and education.

NAWA members represent all areas of the visual arts including painting, sculpture, photography, print-making, encaustic, video art, installations and mixed media.

In August 2024, the National Association of Women Artists founded a new chapter in the state of Pennsylvania to join those in Florida, Massachusetts and South Carolina.

📍 On View: November 6 - January 5

🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑We still have space in our solstice workshop, but we won't for long! Join us in celebrating this powerful seasonal ...
12/08/2025

🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑

We still have space in our solstice workshop, but we won't for long! Join us in celebrating this powerful seasonal transition and embrace the magic of the winter solstice.

The workshop will culminate in a serene walk to the Winifred Lutz Solstice Tower, where we'll gather to witness the first light of the season streaming through the tower at noon, symbolizing hope and new beginnings.

☀️ Sondra Rosenberg
📍Sunday, December 21 from 9:30 AM – 12:15 PM
👥 All Levels for Ages 16+

Register today at canvas.abingtonartcenter.org/classes/498!

💫 Our Pop-Up shop is open today!💫Find the perfect gift for your loved ones all while supporting local businesses. A win-...
12/06/2025

💫 Our Pop-Up shop is open today!💫

Find the perfect gift for your loved ones all while supporting local businesses. A win-win!

Can't make it today, our hours are:

📍Tuesday – Thursdays: 10am – 4pm
📍Saturdays: 10am–2pm

See you at Alverthorpe Manor!

✨ 💎 Winter 2026 Jewelry & Metals Classes 💎 ✨Try a hand in a jewelry studio this coming January. We've got classes for al...
12/05/2025

✨ 💎 Winter 2026 Jewelry & Metals Classes 💎 ✨

Try a hand in a jewelry studio this coming January. We've got classes for all ages and all levels.

Lets's take a look at what we're offering:

💍 Monday Evening Jewelry & Metals on Monday with Mathew Citrenbaum
🪙 Wednesday Afternoon Jewelry & Metals with Mathew Citrenbaum
🧱 Tuesday Model Making for Lost Wax Casting with Wendy Tonsits
✨ Thursday Intermediate Jewelry with Wendy Tonsits

For Youth & Teens
🔧 Tuesday Jewelry Fabrication (Ages 9–12) with Wendy Tonsits
🎨 Wednesday Afternoon Jewelry & Metals with Mathew Citrenbaum

We can't wait to see you in the studio!

📍Classes run January 12 - March 21
🌟 Register for our Winter Session at canvas.abingtonartcenter.org/classes

🎓 Our faculty exhibition is up! Celebrate the folks who make the Art Center so great. Abington isn't Abington without ou...
12/04/2025

🎓 Our faculty exhibition is up! Celebrate the folks who make the Art Center so great. Abington isn't Abington without our teachers.

And, don't forget, you can take class with these masters! Starting Monday, January 12, we are offering a variety of art offerings for all ages.

🌟 Register for our Winter Session at canvas.abingtonartcenter.org
📍 On View: November 6 - January 5

✨ It's beginning to look a lot like the holidays! ✨✨Thank you to all who made our Pop-Up Shop opening reception a succes...
12/03/2025

✨ It's beginning to look a lot like the holidays! ✨✨

Thank you to all who made our Pop-Up Shop opening reception a success. If you missed our sweet Shop Local Saturday event, you're in luck. The shop will stay up through Sunday, February 15.

🛍️ When can you support these fabulous artists? Our hours are:

📍Tuesday – Thursdays: 10am – 4pm
📍Saturdays: 10am–2pm

Join us for the holiday season by shopping small and celebrating local artists!

🌙✨ Winter Solstice Workshop 🌙✨Join us for a transformative workshop celebrating the winter solstice, a significant momen...
11/30/2025

🌙✨ Winter Solstice Workshop 🌙✨

Join us for a transformative workshop celebrating the winter solstice, a significant moment in our annual cycle when we experience the longest hours of darkness, marking the return of light and the gradual lengthening of days.

Participants will engage in guided meditation, thoughtful writing exercises, and creative art-making to explore their individual journeys. We'll create a nurturing space to examine what we wish to release from our pasts and set intentions for the coming year, focusing on our needs and desires as we embrace the light ahead.

The workshop will culminate in a serene walk to the Winifred Lutz Solstice Tower, where we'll gather to witness the first light of the season streaming through the tower at noon, symbolizing hope and new beginnings. Join us in celebrating this powerful seasonal transition and embrace the magic of the winter solstice!

☀️ Sondra Rosenberg
📍Sunday, December 21 from 9:30 AM – 12:15 PM
👥 All Levels for Ages 16+

Register today at: canvas.abingtonartcenter.org/classes/498!

✨ Community Labyrinth Installation Begins! ✨Abington Art Center is partnering with Golden-Thread Labyrinths to create a ...
11/29/2025

✨ Community Labyrinth Installation Begins! ✨

Abington Art Center is partnering with Golden-Thread Labyrinths to create a permanent community labyrinth on our grounds. The stones were gathered right here at AAC (thank you to all of our volunteers!) and now it’s time to build!

🌿 Be part of building something beautiful and lasting for our community! No experience needed. Families and individuals of all ages are welcome.

📅 Saturday, December 6 + 13
⏰ 9 AM – 1 PM
📍 Please meet at the Sculpture Park entrance located at 515 Meetinghouse Road

Register today at canvas.abingtonartcenter.org/classes?category=Workshops!

🌀 What is a labyrinth? A labyrinth is not a maze ... it’s a single, winding path to the center and back again, used for meditation, reflection, and community connection.

Celebrate the launch of our Pop-Up Shop with a special reception tomorrow featuring light refreshments, mimosas, and ear...
11/28/2025

Celebrate the launch of our Pop-Up Shop with a special reception tomorrow featuring light refreshments, mimosas, and early access to a curated selection of artist-made goods.

Wander through the galleries to experience our accompanying exhibitions then browse the shop for meaningful, art-forward gifts. Help us kick-off our holiday season by shopping small and celebrating local artists!

📍Saturday, November 29 from 10am - 2pm

11/27/2025

We hope you're having a safe and happy holiday! See you next week ❤️

Address

515 Meetinghouse Road
Jenkintown, PA
19046

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Abington Art Center posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Abington Art Center:

Shortcuts

Share

Category