Institute of Contemporary Art

The Institute of Contemporary Art is located on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. It features expansive open spaces and dramatic high ceilings, the perfect venue for displaying innovative and contemporary works. Its storied past includes the first-ever museum shows for artists like Andy Warhol, Laurie Anderson, Agnes Martin, Robert Mapplethorpe, and Robert Indiana, among others. For visitors looking to spend a bit of time enjoying a taste of the arts, this is a great little venue. Since museum admission is free, visitors can come back time and again to see the ever changing exhibits, as well as occasional performing arts events.