Rodin Museum

Do you need to go to the Museum when you have 'the Thinker' cast sculpture outside and can see the museum and garden through the gates? That was the question I was pondering when visiting the outside. I saw a lot of people standing outside making pictures. So if you are on a budget for culture, I would not recommend this and go to another museum. Rodin is amazing but it has stiff competition with museums nearby. Besides, the most famous statue is outside the museum.

The Rodin museum is actually beautiful inside and out. The outdoor grounds feature beautiful ponds sculptures and has some tables for people to sit and enjoy the views around them. We have had lunch there many times. Inside features loads of amazing art and sculptures. It is right down the road the Philadelphia Art museum and right near center city. Definitely worth the visit

The Rodin Museum is a must-visit for any art enthusiast. Home to one of the largest collections of works by Auguste Rodin outside of Paris, it’s a peaceful and inspiring spot nestled within a beautifully landscaped garden. Walking through the grounds in spring, surrounded by blooming flowers and striking outdoor sculptures, was an experience in itself. Inside the museum, one of my favorite features was the invitation to pick up a sketchbook and create your own drawing inspired by the sculptures. It’s a simple yet meaningful interactive element that made me feel connected to the art in a whole new way. I loved leaving behind my own sketch—it felt like a small creative contribution to a place full of masterpieces.

Great museum with beautiful outdoor grounds. Interior is extremely well crafted. Many artists were practicing sketches based on the sculptures. The collection of statues is excellent and I learned a lot about Rodin, who I had only ever seen on Antiques Roadshow prior to coming here. Very informative, in particular I enjoyed the statue of an athlete that was the original design of The Thinker. I actually preferred this version compared to the final design. The museum is pay what you wish, our guest paid the full admission price and even then it was very reasonable at $15/person. A nice monument to the benefactor of the museum, showing that donations and patronage of the arts can stand the test of time.

I can't believe I waited so long to go here. The sculptures are beautiful. The layout of the museum is such that you never feel crowded or in the way of another patron. The guided tours are amazing - so knowledgeable.

The Rodin Museum is truly a gem in the city... peaceful, elegant, and inspiring. I visited for the first time recently and was thoroughly impressed. Thanks to my Philadelphia Museum of Art membership, admission was free, and it's conveniently located just a short walk from the main museum. Even before entering the building, the experience is special. The outdoor garden is beautifully maintained, with lovely seasonal flowers and striking sculptures. The garden and outdoor pieces are free to view for everyone. While we were there, a wedding party was taking photos; proof of how picturesque the setting is. As you enter the museum building, you’re immediately met with Rodin’s The Gates of Hell, an epic bronze sculpture that is breathtaking. I spent at least 10 minutes just taking it all in. Inside, the museum is clean, quiet, and thoughtfully arranged. There’s a small gift shop at the entrance, and while modest in size, it has a few nice keepsakes. It’s a smaller space, which makes it ideal for a reflective visit or even a cultural lunch hour... plan for 30 to 60 minutes. The air conditioning was a welcome relief on a hot day, though it was cool enough inside the library/drawing room that a light covering might be a good idea. The museum highlights Rodin’s studies of form and includes a lovely mix of classic white sculptures that really showcase the detail of his work; I especially appreciate the study of hands. There are a few benches and table seating throughout, offering a comfortable pace to take in the art. I particularly loved the library/drawing room, where guests are invited to sketch and even leave their drawings in shared books. Some of the visitor artwork was impressive! If you enjoy art in a quiet, contemplative setting, this museum is absolutely worth a visit.

This small museum only requires about an hour to contemplate the sculptures and read all of the signs. Small but thoughtfully arranged, all of the large windows align with sculptures outdoors and a large frosted skylight brightens the main room. In many of the smaller rooms you will notice benches, pencils, and community sketch pads for visitors to draw the sculptures and let the creative process flow. A small outdoor garden provides a serene space to relax and enjoy the fountain and flowers.Admission for this museum is a "pay-what-you-think-is-fare" arrangement with a suggested donation of $15. I think the museum offers a really nice way to incorporate some fine art into your day without being a whole day excursion. For those already purchasing tickets to the Philadelphia Art Museum, admission to the Rodin museum is already included.

I didn't know much about Rodin, but I have seen his artwork in pictures. It was interesting to see the sculptures that were made from his designs. You'll get to stand in front of the gates of hell and see Rodin's homie Balzac (my wife kept telling me to stop calling him "Ballsac"). I recommend buying tickets to the Philly Museum of Art because you can use the same ticket for up to two consecutive days and see them on two days or in one if you got good gear between you and the earth. Also, the staff were courteous.

An underrated gem, not far from the much more popular Philadelphia Art Museum - I spent an enjoyable hour here on my last visit to the City of Brotherly Love. The museum has some lovely grounds and the outdoor sculptures are free to the public. Admission to the small but thoughtfully designed indoor museum is included with the Philadelphia Art Museum ticket, so it's best to combine the two. My favorite sculptures inside were a replica of "The Kiss," "Eternal Springtime," and "The Thinker," which was strangely positioned next to the restroom! The outdoor sculptures - The Gates of Hell, The Burghers of Calais, and The Three Shades - were even more impressive. Will be back!

The small museum filled with Rodin's sculptures. Rodin's hands exhibit was very unique and interesting! The garden outside the museum was also nice to walk around!

Came here with some friends on a Saturday afternoon. Loved the entrance and garden with reflecting pool. Apparently this is the biggest/best Rodin collection outside of Paris! Inside the museum are a small but varied collection of Rodin sculptures, most famous of which is "the Kiss" which is displayed in the main viewing gallery. Pay what you wish (suggested donation is $14 for adults and $7 for students). Would budget about 1 hour to see everything.

This review is for the outdoor area of the Rodin Museum. We walked around their beautiful grounds and admired the various sculptures, including the monumental bronze Gates of Hell located right by the museum's front door. We then had a bite to eat under a shaded table while taking in the peaceful surroundings. We chose a spot that overlooked the pond. Many others also sat nearby enjoying the beautiful day. There is a Whole Foods conveniently located across the street which made it easy to grab food for a lovely al fresco lunch. Tip: No entrance fee needed to access the outdoor area.

This is a nice way to spend a weekend morning. It is around other museums, so you can make multiple stops. This museum is not big so it will not take you long to look around. It is pay as you wish, though they do have suggested donation amounts. This made me a bit uncomfortable because I felt pressured to pay the suggested amount.

Small collection of sculptures by Rodin. We visited the Rodin Museum on a Sunday afternoon, and there was plenty of space to examine the artwork without feeling crowded. The Rodin Museum implements a pay as you wish structure. We spent about 30 minutes here and I read every description that was available. Overall, the Rodin Museum has a fine collection of sculptures that will not require much of your time or money to peruse.

The museum only takes about 20-30 min to talk through. It's "pay what you want" which is nice. The greenery and park surround the museum is beautiful and nice to walk through.

Awesome and surprisingly comprehensive collection of Rodin's sculptures, tucked in a pretty garden near the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Outside of traveling to Paris to see the *other* Rodin museum this is your best opportunity to see the masterworks of this great sculptor. Maybe a bit pricey but you can get a combined ticket with the Museum of Art. Without paying you can still see several sculptures in the garden and appreciate the beauty of the museum building from the outside. Highly recommended.

Got into this museum with the ticket I purchased for the Philadelphia Museum of Art. It's a really small museum that only has one floor. Takes about 30-40 minutes to get through everything. The grounds of the museum are absolutely amazing. The surroundings are so peaceful you would never realize there was a busy street outside the entrance gates. The pieces inside were pretty unique. I think most people have seen The Thinker and The Bust of Victor Hugo and this museum certainly had those pieces but they also had a lot of other works by Rodin that might not be too mainstream or known and it was nice getting to see those pieces. I will say it's probably not worth paying to go to this museum alone as it is small, but if you already paid for the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Rodin Museum is only a short walk from there and it's included in your ticket already.

Came here on a Sunday afternoon in mid June 2022. My admission was free with my ticket to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. If admission wasn't free and it didn't come recommended by the guide at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, I probably wouldn't have came. I do not consider myself an art enthusiasts at all so that's probably why I did not find this museum that interesting. It was very small and was basically one large room. They do have a nice garden outside, which you can enjoy without having to pay. I did hear that this museum is donation based so if you are in the area it would not hurt to take a peek. I walked here from the Philadelphia Museum of Art and before that, I took the bus, so I am not sure about the parking situation there. The entire museum is completely dedicated to Rodin and his works so if you're a fan, you do not want to miss it.

We got free entry to this museum with our ticket to Philadelphia Museum of Art. We had a few hours to kill so came here. Sculptures were beautiful and I liked that there were sketch books in all the different rooms for those who were inspired to draw after seeing all the sculptures. The outside courtyard seemed to be a popular hang out spot and lots of people taking photos. Definitely worth the time to stop by to check out and relax in the courtyard afterwards.

I visited the Rodin Museum for the first time today, and I really enjoyed my visit. Philadelphia resident Jules Mastbaum began collecting works by Auguste Rodin in 1924 with the intention of creating a museum of his work in Philadelphia. By the time he passed away in 1926, he had amassed the largest collection of Rodin works outside France. His widow helped to realize his mission after his death, and the museum opened in 1929. The museum is small but beautiful and special. It is now part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art system, so you can visit the Rodin Museum for free when you purchase a ticket to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Definitely worth a visit if you love Rodin, art, museums, or are just in the area!

Beautiful grounds. Great area with lots of green and trees. Doesnt feel like you are in a city when you are here.

I have been a fan of Auguste Rodin's work since art school. This museum was a great experience. Much less overwhelming than the Philadelphia Museum. The sculptures were all original and the famous Thinker and Hell's Gate was outside the museum (which can be viewed from outside without admission). Some tips are the admission is a "suggested donation" so pay as much as you want essentially. There are reasonably priced reproductions for sale in the lobby which can even be shipped to your house if you are visiting. In all this was a great museum which even had some Picasso and other artists work inside. This is a great museum for affordability and for a leisurely trip to Philly. I highly recommend it!

If you like Rodin, this is probably the place for you! Otherwise, I don't think the Rodin Museum is necessarily worth a visit. Admission is included when you have tickets to the Museum of Art. While the Museum of Art takes a few hours to get through, the Rodin Museum is a fraction of the size, so we only spent about 30 minutes there.

After exploring the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we walked over for a short visit to the Rodin Museum. It's a small space and admission is free with your purchase of the PMA ticket. The space is beautiful. I'd never been here and I was glad to have an opportunity to see many of Rodin's sculptures and plasters up close. I took photos of some of my favorites. They have a small gift shop at the front entrance, clean bathrooms, and a water fountain. The museum is air conditioned which was perfect for a hot day. They offer plenty of sketchbooks, pencils, and places for art students to draw . I enjoyed my visit and would happily return here in the future.

The Rodin Museum is small but packs a powerful punch. Admission is included with your ticket to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. There is also a Pay What You Wish option. I thoroughly enjoyed visiting. The sculptures are incredible and I liked reading the history behind each piece. The most famous pieces are the 'Gates of Hell' which you don't need a ticket to see. The museum provides comfortable seating with sketch pads and pencils for any budding artists. Highly recommend taking an hour or two to visit!

The Rodin Museum isn't big, so if you're not an artist, an art scholar, or a wild Rodin enthusiast, I'm not sure how far out of your way you should go just for it. But, it's a beautiful building with a delightful collection. The lighting is great, the sculptures are well placed to each stand out and to allow a nice flow in the rooms, and they have well placed seats to sit and study the sculptures, along with sketch books around for those inclined to sketching. Admission is pay what you wish, included with a ticket to the Museum of Art, or free with Museum of Art membership, and the Rodin Museum is conveniently located near the Museum of Art, on the parkway between it and the Barnes. You can see other casts of some of the sculptures here at a few other museums, but this is the largest collection of Rodin's works outside of Paris and also offers a particularly nice setting to see them which I think adds something that you don't get at the Met, the Hirschhorn, etc. About an hour will give you enough time to take in every piece (though longer if you want to sit and sketch, etc., and shorter if you just want to see the handful of most famous sculptures). Make sure to check out the sculptures outside the museum, too! The Burghers of Calais is incredible.

Small museum dedicated to the French sculptor Auguste Rodin. Beautiful landscaped grounds, with an outdoor bar on Friday night's, which we unfortunately missed as we went there Saturday morning.

This museum is famous of the "gates of hell". It is definitely a beautiful architecture. Love the fountain and the garden. The admission fee is paid what you wish and the garden is free all year round. This museum is very close to Barnes Foundation (walking distance). If you don't mind walking a little bit future, you can also visit the Museum of Art.

Thank you Jules E. Mastbaum for your gift to Philadelphia and all it's visitors. This museum was great. Easy to see the exhibits in an hour or so. We stayed a bit longer to take the guided tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable and it was well worth hearing her commentary. My wife generally is not big on museums but even she was impressed with the Rodin. They rotate exhibits so I'll return in the future to see other pieces.

The Rodin Museum is "Pay-as-you-wish" admission and located on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, just past the Barnes Foundation on the same side, and a couple blocks before the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Very small but interesting museum. I'm personally not really into sculptures, but after visiting the Rodin Museum I can at least appreciate the art that Rodin created. Each sculpture had a little plaque next to it or below, giving some details about the specific piece. Very interesting. I never knew sculpture could be considered so "erotic," but apparently Rodin was known for creating works that were mistaken as such (he actually didn't mean for them to be that way). Overall not my thing, but very cool. Plan to spend about 30 minutes to an hour, the museum is only one building with a large room and serval small rooms that are attached. Honestly the most impressive work "The Thinker" is outside and free to look at, along with the garden space, which in sure is very pretty in the spring.

I visited this museum bc it was free with a ticket to the Museum of Art. I think if you really like classic sculpture and or Rodin it's very impressive. If you're not than it's still worth walking around the grounds if you're nearby but I wouldn't go out of my way. I don't know a lot about sculpture but I was ecstatic to find a little Giacometti in a glass case. Made my day!

It was cool to see this many pieces of Rodin's work. I have always admired the expressive nature of his pieces. There was a great array of his studies of French figures of the time. Many of which the individual turned down due to Rodin's harshly realistic expressionism. I also loved his Gates of Hell and of course the Thinker. I was impressed by the Burghers of Calais which I had never seen before. It was well worth a visit.

I'm not particularly into art, but the Rodin Museum was a nice stop during my trip to Philadelphia. I definitely recommend it for art lovers. The gardens, which are beautiful, are free, and admission to the museum is "Pay What You Wish", with the suggested donation of a reasonable $10 (less for seniors, children, and students). The museum is wheelchair accessible, has gender neutral single stall washrooms*, free wifi, and a water fountain. *I really hate it when single stall washrooms have gendered signs. So unnecessary and stupid! [Yelp collections: East Coast 2016; Museums and Art Galleries; Cheap Thrills]

Well, I've thought it over... Excellent! Must-see in Philly, even if you just stand in awe of "The Thinker" for a moment. But venture up the stairs and beyond the gates. Do it. "Pay as you wish" admission - ($10 suggested) stop at visitor center straight ahead as you enter. Participates in reciprocal membership (if you have that level) with Philly Art Museum, NY Met etc (that network) and no fee entry in that case. It's a one-level gallery; allow 30 minutes to an hour at least. Photos allowed. Gorgeous.

This is an absolute must see. While small, it provides so much information about the artist's techniques. I left seeing Rodin, always a favorite , in a much different way.

How to describe one if my favorite memories from Philadelphia. The Rodin Museum was a transcendent museum and garden. There are tables and chairs along the expansive fountain in the center of the garden with smaller sculptures on the sides of the museum. Inside it was a treat to be so close to such mastery of the human soul and body. Rodin encaptures the essences of love, tragedy, angst, and so much more. There are smaller rooms which feature smaller works, with an interactive sketching table with sketchbooks and pencils. Discovering different parts of the museum felt like the revealing of his mind and emotions. My favorite piece is The Cathedral.

Very quiet and nice. Great sculptures ranging from cast iron, bronze, gold, and marble. Nice place to come get some sketching inspiration and has chairs and a room with table to sit (possibly where you can sketch and talk). They have suggested admission but also is pay as you wish. Only downside is that it's a bit small.

Small but amazing! The outside is just as cool as the inside. We went in May and all the flowers were blooming in the garden out front. You can take a touristy photo in front of "The Thinker", like we did. The inside is great with many sculptures. Also if you pay admission here, you can also use it for the Philly Museum of Art that same day!

Pay what you wish admission. Very small space with few statues. I love that they have sketchbooks and pencils available for open sketch. The garden is free for all and they dvdn host bier garden nights in warn weather there

The 90-year-old Rodin Museum, located on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, houses the largest collection of sculptor Auguste Rodin's works, outside of Paris and, while not large by any means, is an excellent side trip when you are in the area. From the street you are greeted by The Thinker. The several roomed museum houses Rodin's works including bronze castings, plaster studies, drawings, prints, letters, and books. Any fan of Rodin simply must visit this museum.

Great place for art lovers. It's just the right size, not too large that it's overwhelming but large enough to keep you engaged and stimulated. I learned a lot about Rodin and similar artists as each sculpture was accompanied by an informative placard. I also live that this place is pay-what-you-wish, with a suggested donation. Also the courtyard outside is a lovely spot to sit for a while and enjoy the scenery.

It is rare to find a museum entirely based on the work of one artist. I liked that it let us see the full scope of his career and the topics that drove him. He was fascinated by expressing the magic of love - different sculptures featured hands holding, lovers sharing a kiss, a woman leaping into the arms of her man, and one shockingly explicit lesbian work. His most famous work is The Thinker, which is prominently displayed out front. The entry fee is pay what you wish, with a $10 per person recommendation. The museum is just one floor and can be explored in depth in about an hour. It's a beautiful building filled with beautiful work. I recommend it.

I had the opportunity to check out the museum during their summer beer garden with pay what you wish admission. It was the perfect casual way to enjoy the sculptures for someone who is not particularly into the art form. I appreciate the effort they put in to make the museum accessible to all. I would give the beer garden alone four stars, as the selection is limited and the line was incredibly long.

I went to Philadelphia a couple of days ago, and my friends and I visited the Rodin Museum. It is currently in renovation, so we did not get to see the Thinker up close, so I was a little bummed out. However, I did get a snapshot of the Kiss, which is one of my favorite Rodin sculptures. It is quite a small museum in Logan Square, but it is worth a peek.

This place is special. Even the sculpture garden outside is sublime--it's a great spot for an impromptu picnic. Bonus points for the giant chess board and set on the side--my kid and I spent like two hours playing chess and olly left because they kicked us out for closing

While I did like the museum in France a bit more, I do appreciate that fact that I can see the sculptor's work here too. for the life of me I can't tell which museum houses more originals, but last I checked it was a pretty close call. This museum is very beautiful to walk through. it has enchanting indoor and outdoor displays that are very fun to walk through. Also if you happen to be a member of the Art Museum you can get into here for free.

I've never been to the Rodin Museum in Paris, but now I really want to go ever since visiting the Rodin Museum in Philly. Rodin's sculptures are so intricate and powerful that no matter the size, each one really leaves an impression. Some may say that this museum is small. It is actually the perfect size for the collection. Each piece has room to breath, the building itself has tall ceilings and plenty of light, and the grounds/garden outside is laid out and manicured enough so that children can play hide and seek or run wild. There are also fountains that give you the feel that you are not in Philly, and possibly in Paris. It's an incredibly peaceful place and a wonderful museum to visit, especially when you feel you have done everything else touristy in Philly. In fact, I think this museum in underrated. I went in not knowing much about Rodin besides the famous Thinker statue. I left with a greater appreciation and a burning memory of The Gates of Hell. It's so massive and insane. Stand in front of it and study it for while. I guarantee you will be at this museum more than 30 minutes.

The nearby Philadelphia Museum of Art administers this small gem. You may want to combine a visit here with a visit to PMA (one ticket, but PMA is closed Mondays and Rodin is closed Tuesdays) or with The Barnes. It is all Rodin. There are masterpieces outside (walk around) and inside. Inquire about an audio tour or a guided tour. Although you can "do" this museum quickly, what's your hurry? Take time to really look and feel. As Paul Klee said, "one eye sees, the other feels."

You probably have heard of "The Thinker", but did you know that there were three sizes cast: small, medium, and large? I didn't until I went to the Rodin Museum, but now I do! This small museum is the largest collection of Rodin outside of France. It is a suggested donation museum ($10) and has a small gift shop. They recommend parking at the PMA (Philadelphia Museum of Art) garage and they validate. Its a nice place to have some quiet reflection in Philly!

The Thinker The Kiss The Burghers of Calais The Gates of Hell The Age of Bronze Each is an iconic piece from the world-renowned father of modern sculpture ... Auguste Rodin ... and each can be found at Philadelphia's Rodin Museum. Ten quick facts about the artist: * His full name is François Auguste René Rodin. * He was born November 12, 1840 in Paris, France. * Rodin was extremely near-sighted. * At 10, he began drawing and was basically self-taught until attending Petite Ecole. * The prestigious art school École des Beaux-Arts rejected him 3 times as a student. * Rodin always modeled in clay for others to carve in marble or cast in bronze. * He was 40 before receiving his first major commission ... the Gates of Hell filled with debauchery and despair representing a scene from Dante's Inferno. * The Thinker was originally designed as part of the Gates of Hell & entrance to a French Museum that was never built. * Rodin didn't marry Rose Beuret until 1 year before his death despite living together for 52 years. * His affair with 19-year old sculptor Camille Claudel was scandalous and inspirational at the same time ... inspiring the famous The Kiss sculpture. Visitor tips: * Open 10:00 am - 5:00 pm * Closed Tuesdays * Also closed Independence Day, Thanksgiving, & Christmas * Adults: $10; Seniors: $8; Students: $7; Children: Free * No food or drinks allowed * Photography is allowed ... and encouraged As part of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, entrance to the Rodin Museum is included with entrance to the main museum. The museum is the right size to experience "Rodin" in an hour or two at a very relaxed pace.

Pleasant and quiet and beautiful with a lovely inside and outside area to contemplate his and other sculptors works

The Rodin Museum features sculptures from Parisian sculptor Auguste Rodin. The museum is quite small - just three rooms and maybe a few dozen sculptures. Many of the sculptures are nudes or otherwise NSFW, so I don't recommend bringing children. Admission to the museum is included with any ticket to the next door Philadelphia Museum of Art - and even if you come separately, it's entirely donation-based. So from a value perspective, the fact that it's essentially free makes up for the fact that it's quite tiny and will only take perhaps 10 minutes or so to visit. If you're nearby, feel free to check it out - but I wouldn't call it a must-see.

Small, but powerful exhibit of Rodin's work. Take your time and enjoy the arts inside and around the surrounding garden. Entrance fees are based on your donation amount.

As much as I (passively) enjoy art, the level of ignorance at my age is quite significant. There is but hope by visiting such museums as the one to Rodin in Philadelphia. There is something about the form and subtle abstraction in Rodin's sculptures, how they can be rough yet beautiful. And yet his works with such exquisite detail carved into marble is awe-inspiring. Rodin has a new fan. The building itself is beautiful, a small but impressive stone building containing many pieces both inside and on the grounds. The price was a pittance (yay!) And was part of the Philadelphia City Pass (whoo hoo!) so there is little excuse to not pay a visit. The staff were very friendly.

Incredible layout. I'm not a huge sculpture fan but I thought this museum was very interesting I really like the way that it was set up, both indoors and outdoors. Plus best of all, there were lots of Pokémon and it was near a whole foods. A great museum to visit, even if just for the outdoor section.

Excellent Museum. 1) Came here with my ticket from Philadelphia Museum of Art, and used it to enter the Museum. 2) The Museum is small, but very well kept. 3) I enjoyed the sculptures inside.

Great museum. The price is very reasonable, and if you find it expensive you can pay whatever you like since they have the "pay as you wish" policy. The place itself is beautifully constructed, full of marble, which gives the experience an especial touch. I don't need to mention the art, which are fabulous also. An amazing museum to visit, especially if you are going to the Museum of Art on the same day, since they are very close.