Art History Short Course

Tue, Oct 20 to Tue, Nov 10 · Single class: $45 for Museum Members, $55 for Non-Members Whole 4 week course: $125 for Museum Members, $185 for Non-Members

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WhenTue, Oct 20 to Tue, Nov 10, Tuesdays, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
WhereReading Public Museum, 500 Museum Rd, ReadingGet directions →
WhoAdults
CostSingle class: $45 for Museum Members, $55 for Non-Members Whole 4 week course: $125 for Museum Members, $185 for Non-Members
All 4 meetings
  • Tue, Oct 20, 2026, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Tue, Oct 27, 2026, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Tue, Nov 3, 2026, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
  • Tue, Nov 10, 2026, 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

The Reading Public Museum offers a short art history course for adults, taught jointly by Scott Schweigert, Curator of Art and Civilizations, and Geoff Fleming, Executive Director and CEO. The course runs as a set of four weekly classes.

This is a classroom style program built around looking at and talking about art. The Museum has not yet released the topics for each class, so watch the event page for those details as they are posted.

You can sign up for the full course or for a single class. Registration and current pricing are handled through the Museum's event page at readingpublicmuseum.org. Check the schedule panel on this listing for the dates and times of the next run.

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Reading Public Museum

500 Museum Rd, Reading, PA

(610) 371-5850

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Reading Public Museum in Pennsylvania features engaging exhibits in art, history, and science, with a standout dinosaur fossil pit and serene outdoor arboretum. Visitors appreciate the museum's affordable admission and the friendly staff who ensure memorable family experiences.

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