Harry Philbrick

Harry Philbrick is an experienced museum director and arts administrator with a diverse background in leading contemporary art institutions. Currently serving as Interim Museum Director at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts since October 2024, Harry previously held the position of Interim Executive Director at The Fabric Workshop and Museum from March 2023 to September 2024. As the Director Emeritus and Founding Director at Philadelphia Contemporary from March 2016 to August 2024, Harry established the organization's vision and operations. Earlier roles include Museum Director at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts from 2011 to February 2016 and Director at The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum from 1996 to 2010. Harry holds a Master of Fine Arts degree from Goldsmiths, University of London.