In our manner of speech, our plans of living, our dealings with others, our conduct and walk in the church and out of it-all should be done as become…

- Albert C. Barnes

Philadelphia is a depressing intellectual slum

- Albert C. Barnes

The main function of the museum has been to serve as a pedestal upon which a clique of socialites pose as patrons of the arts

- Albert C. Barnes

Appreciation of works of art requires organized effort and systematic study. Art appreciation can no more be absorbed by aimless wandering in galleri…

- Albert C. Barnes

We can always find something to be thankful for, and there may be reasons why we ought to be thankful for even those dispensations which appear dark …

- Albert C. Barnes

The Philadelphia Museum of Art is a house of artistic and intellectual prostitution

- Albert C. Barnes

Living with and studying good paintings offers greater interest, variety and satisfaction than any other pleasure known to man.

- Albert C. Barnes