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The Philadelphia Museum of Art is a renowned art museum located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA. The museum was founded in 1876 and has since grown into one of the largest art museums in the country. It features over 240,000 objects in its collection, including works of art from Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Africa.
The museum's collection includes paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, and textiles from various periods of history, ranging from ancient times to the present day. Notable works in the collection include Vincent van Gogh's Sunflowers, Marcel Duchamp's Nude Descending a Staircase, and Salvador Dali's Soft Construction with Boiled Beans.
In addition to its permanent collection, the Philadelphia Museum of Art also hosts a wide variety of temporary exhibitions throughout the year, which showcase the work of contemporary artists as well as historic pieces from around the world. The museum also offers educational programs for visitors of all ages, including lectures, workshops, and tours.
The building that houses the museum is a work of art in itself, featuring a neoclassical facade and a grand staircase that has become an iconic image of the city of Philadelphia. The museum is located on a hill overlooking Benjamin Franklin Parkway, and offers breathtaking views of the city skyline.