Discover Montco’s Arts & Culture Scene

Local Arts & Culture Attractions & Events

Grab a seat at an award-winning playhouse or explore galleries showcasing local artists and museums filled with historical artifacts. When you immerse yourself in Valley Forge and Montgomery County’s vibrant arts and culture scene, you become way more than an observer.

How Can I Engage With the Arts in Montgomery County?

We're glad you asked! With our wide range of arts and culture organizations, museums, and local theaters, there are so many places to experience the arts in Montco. The best way to see them all is to sign up for our free Arts Montco Pass so you can keep track of each venue you visit.

The Arts Montco Pass

The free mobile-friendly Arts Montco Pass will take you on a self-guided journey to more than 30 arts and culture locations throughout Montgomery County, including galleries and museums, music and theater venues, artist workshops, and more!

Simply check in at each location to earn points and win prizes.

Please note while the pass is free, there is an admission fee at some of the featured locations.

Theaters on the Arts Montco Pass

Local theater is a cornerstone of the Arts Montco Pass. Catch a play or musical at the Act II Playhouse in Ambler, or take the whole family to a kid-friendly show at the DCP Theater in Telford. Experience the grandeur of the historic Keswick Theater or the rustic charm of the one-of-a-kind barn converted into a stage used by the Playcrafters of Skippack. Ten local theaters throughout Montco are featured on the pass, each contributing a unique playhouse and a diverse slate of performances.

If you prefer movies, catch the latest blockbuster at the historic Broad Theater in Souderton or the Grand Theater in East Greenville, both over 100 years old but recently restored. Or watch an independent film at the Bryn Mawr Film Institute and learn something new.

Museums in Montgomery County

Montco offers a wide variety of museums, from galleries featuring local artists to ancient artwork from around the world, as well as collections representing local history. The stunning Glencairn Museum houses religious art and history from Egypt, Greece, Rome, and several other civilizations. The American Treasure Tour Museum features cars and memorabilia from several decades. Visit The Charles L. Blockson Exhibition to learn about the black experience through history as documented by a world-renowned historian from Norristown. Discover the Anabaptist story here in Eastern Pennsylvania at the Mennonite Heritage Center. Then learn more about birds and their crucial role in nature at the John James Audubon Center, which features indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits.

Exploring Local Arts with the Arts Montco Pass

In addition to many art galleries throughout Montco, such as the Exhibit B Gallery and the Moody Jones Art Gallery, check out locally-themed murals at the King of Prussia Mall and the Philadelphia Premium Outlets. Then create some art of your own by taking a class at Abington Art Center, ArtFusion 19464, Conshohocken Art League, or North Penn Arts Alliance. Whether you want to learn a new skill or foster your creativity, there are diverse classes and workshops available for all ages.

Music and More in Montco

Finally, check out the local music scene by listening to a concert at Ardmore Music Hall or taking a dance lesson at the SunnyBrook Ballroom. End your tour of local arts by taking a lesson or attending a performance at the Community Music School in Trappe.