Chestnut Hill in Philadelphia offers a picturesque setting with historic cobblestone streets, charming shops, and great dining. The Chestnut Hill Friends Meeting House features the Skyspace, an artwork by James Turrell, providing a tranquil space for reflection and a unique sunset light show. This mesmerizing installation offers a cleansing and relaxing art experience.
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art is currently hosting an exhibition celebrating the centennial of photographer Irving Penn’s birth. The retrospective features over two hundred photographs, including portraits of cultural icons and stunning nudes, as well as images from Penn’s travels. The exhibition offers a glimpse into a bygone era of grace and high-fashion, conveying Penn’s deep connection with his subjects.
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Artist Yayoi Kusama’s celebrated career and immersive art installations, particularly the Infinity Mirror rooms, have captivated art enthusiasts and novices at the Hirshhorn Museum. The exhibition showcases Kusama’s coping mechanism of repetitive patterns, stemming from hallucinations. Visitors are drawn to interactive experiences like the Obliteration Room, despite the challenges of timed entry. The exhibition is a boundary-pushing success.
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The New Museum, located in lower Manhattan, New York City, showcases modern architecture with a steel exterior contrasting the brick facade. Currently on display is “A Pen of All Work” by Raymond Pettibon, spanning three floors and thirty years of drawings, reflecting on historical and political events. The exhibition runs until April 9, 2017, offering diverse and thought-provoking content.
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The Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh, founded in 1895 by Andrew Carnegie, houses contemporary art collections. Situated by the University of Pittsburgh, it impresses with its modern architecture and vastness, as it also includes the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. Don’t miss the permanent collections and stunning exhibitions, such as the works of Mondrian and Frank Stella.
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The Mattress Factory, a contemporary art museum in Pittsburgh established in 1977, features site-specific installations by resident artists. Known for its James Turrell collection, including the captivating Pleiades installation, the museum rehabilitates abandoned properties for thought-provoking exhibitions. A visit promises a glimpse into the fascinating world of contemporary art.
Read MoreTHE WARHOL Andy.Warhol. Who doesn’t love Andy Warhol?! His avant-garde style has made him one of the most influential figures in contemporary art and culture. You’d be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t recognize his work. So, of course I had to visit The Warhol museum, especially since it’s located in his native city of…
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Ragnar Kjartansson’s impactful exhibition at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden showcases his family experiences through repetition, highlighting endurance. Notable pieces include “God” (2007) and “The Visitors” (2012), a nine-screen film of musicians performing together. Described as spellbinding and poignant, this exhibit is a must-see before it ends on January 8th.
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