Charlottesville, Virginia offers a blend of history, culture, and Southern charm. It’s a haven for foodies with upscale hotels, cocktail bars, acclaimed restaurants like C&O, legendary bagel spots, chocolatiers, patisseries, and elegant lunch experiences at Marigold. Wine enthusiasts can explore the region’s best wineries like Pippin Hill Farm and Vineyard, and art lovers can visit the Fralin Art Museum and the iconic Rotunda at the University of Virginia.
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In Jersey City, Mana Contemporary offers a unique arts experience in an industrial setting, showcasing contemporary art and supporting artists. Visitors can explore bright galleries, attend performances, and meet resident artists. Highlight exhibitions include Dan Flavin’s fluorescent light installation, Andy Warhol’s silkscreens, and Fred Sandbeck’s sculptures. Mana Contemporary also has locations in Miami and Chicago.
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Rachel Whiteread is a British sculptor known for her unique casts of everyday objects, offering a reflection on the changes in our material culture from the late 20th century to the present. Her recent exhibition at the St. Louis Art Museum showcased nearly 100 objects spanning her 30-year career. Whiteread’s works can be found in prestigious museums worldwide.
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The Montréal Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) in Canada offers a diverse art experience, featuring contemporary pieces and a sculpture garden. Notably, the museum is hosting the first exhibition on Thierry Mugler, showcasing over 150 works from 1970 to 2014, including collaborations with renowned artists. The exhibition runs until September 8, 2019, and is located at 1380 Sherbrooke St W.
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Houston, the fourth largest city in the U.S., is often underrated but holds many treasures. From enjoying murals in the Heights neighborhood to savoring a specialty tequila flight at The Pastry War, the city offers unique experiences, including visiting the Waugh Street Bat Colony and the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s butterfly center.
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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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