Abington Art Center

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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.

A reminder about our hours this week...Monday + Tuesday: 10:30am - 4:30pmWednesday - Saturday: ClosedSee you around, and...
11/25/2025

A reminder about our hours this week...

Monday + Tuesday: 10:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday - Saturday: Closed

See you around, and we hope you have a safe and happy holiday!

🌟 (New!) Jewelry Class Offering 🌟This Winter Session we're happy to announce an Introduction the Lost Wax Casting Method...
11/25/2025

🌟 (New!) Jewelry Class Offering 🌟

This Winter Session we're happy to announce an Introduction the Lost Wax Casting Method.

Learn how to turn your unique jewelry designs into hand-carved wax models ready to cast in metal. Students will have the option to have their pieces professionally cast by a local jewelry casting house. (Casting fees covered by students.)

📅 Tuesdays, January 13– March 17
⏰ 6:30–9:30 PM
🔨 Wendy Tonsits

Register today at canvas.abingtonartcenter.org

Thanks to all who braved the blustery winds at our annual Holiday Fine Art and Craft Fair, and an even bigger thank you ...
11/24/2025

Thanks to all who braved the blustery winds at our annual Holiday Fine Art and Craft Fair, and an even bigger thank you to all our talented vendors. Even with the heavy gusts, we think the day was a big success!!

If you were unable to make it out, we still have holiday shopping essentials at the ready! Discover unique, handcrafted gifts at our seasonal Pop-Up Shop, presented alongside our winter exhibitions.

Celebrate the launch of our Pop-Up Shop with a special reception featuring light refreshments, mimosas, and early access to a curated selection of artist-made goods on Saturday, November 29 from 10am - 2pm.

🎁 Not sure what to give to your friends and family this season... Give the gift of art! Starting Monday, January 12, we ...
11/22/2025

🎁 Not sure what to give to your friends and family this season... Give the gift of art!

Starting Monday, January 12, we are offering a variety of classes for kids, teens, and adults. From ceramics to drawing to jewelry, our Studio School provides world class instruction for beginners and advanced artists alike.

🌟 Register today at canvas.abingtonartcenter.org

💌 You're Invited! 💌Celebrate the launch of our Pop-Up Shop with a special reception featuring light refreshments, mimosa...
11/21/2025

💌 You're Invited! 💌

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

Wander through our 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! See you there ✨

📍Saturday November 29 from 10am - 2pm

💫 Light & Shadow Artist Feature 💫Learn about our featured NAWA PA Panelists featured on today’s Artist Talk. Hear more f...
11/19/2025

💫 Light & Shadow Artist Feature 💫

Learn about our featured NAWA PA Panelists featured on today’s Artist Talk. Hear more from members Belle Manes, Jennifer Kish, Kathleen Catanese, and Margaret Montgomery, as they dive deep into their artistic practices and bodies of work.

💬 This free, public event will be held in our Kellner gallery. Hot chocolate, hot apple cider, and light fare will be provided.

📍Artist Talk: Wednesday, November 19, from 6 – 8pm

🖼️ The exhibition will remain up through Monday, January 5, 2026.

Our opening reception last week was a huge success with over 300 attendees!! What an incredible night filled with amazin...
11/18/2025

Our opening reception last week was a huge success with over 300 attendees!! What an incredible night filled with amazing artists. Thank you to all who attended!

If you missed it, the exhibitions Small Works To-Go + NAWA PA's Inaugural Exhibition Light & Shadow + Our Annual Faculty Exhibition will remain up through Monday, January 5, 2026.

📍 On View: November 6 - January 5
💬 Featured Artist Talk: Wednesday, November 19 from 6-8 PM
🪡 Embroidered Portrait Workshop: Saturday, November 22 from 10 AM – 12 PM

📸 Linda Johnson Studio

🌟 Abington Art Center is proud to host an artist talk panel, featuring the National Association of Women Artists members...
11/18/2025

🌟 Abington Art Center is proud to host an artist talk panel, featuring the National Association of Women Artists members Belle Manes, Jennifer Kish, Kathleen Catanese, and Margaret Montgomery.

📍 Please join our artists on Wednesday, November 19, from 6 – 8pm for an evening of fruitful discussion, as they dive deep into their artistic practices and bodies of work.

💬 This free, public event will be held in our Kellner gallery. Hot chocolate, hot apple cider, and light fare will be provided.

Our featured vendors for the day!
11/16/2025

Our featured vendors for the day!

We're still on for our Holiday Art and Fine Craft Fair!! Today!!Join us on our expansive lawn for a day filled with:🎁 Un...
11/16/2025

We're still on for our Holiday Art and Fine Craft Fair!! Today!!

Join us on our expansive lawn for a day filled with:

🎁 Unique Holiday Gifts From Local Artisans
💃 Live Music + Dancing!
✨ Regional Artists Showcasing Jewelry, Ceramics, Glass, Textiles, Painting, Photography, and more!

What food vendors are featured today?

🎃 Scream and Sugar + Mahoney Productions
🧜‍♀️ Mermaid Spirits
🤖 Human Robot Brewery
🍯 Philadelphia Mead Company
🌮 Rogre’s LLC / El Toro Serrano Food Truck
🍗 Federal Donuts & Chicken
🍜 Thai Jai Dee
🍪 MR. Big Stuff Cookie Co.
💪 Chizfit LLC
🔥 Sarita’s Grill
🧁 Jillian Bakes

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515 Meetinghouse Road
Jenkintown, PA
19046

Opening Hours

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

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