Allentown Art Museum in Allentown, PA
The Allentown Art Museum in Allentown, Pennsylvania, was founded in 1934 by a small group of committed individuals and continues today to be an important update to the cultural landscape of the Lehigh Valley. The museum is located in historic west Allentown, giving it an atmosphere of classic Americana. From early colonial and 19th-century American painting to contemporary pieces from around the world, the museum offers a wide array of exhibits, educational programs, and outreach services to the local community and others.
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At the Allentown Art Museum, visitors will find a wide range of collections, both permanent and temporary. The museum's permanent collection includes over four thousand works of fine art, ranging from early colonial paintings to modern and contemporary works. Their collections focus on American art, especially works from the 18th and 19th centuries, and pieces from Central and South America. In addition to paintings, they also display sculpture, silver, ceramics, and photographs. The Allentown Art Museum also features regular programming and special exhibitions, allowing visitors to get a closer look at the work they are seeing. Through public lectures, workshops, guided tours, and themed events, the museum seeks to provide an interactive and engaging experience with the art. They also provide outreach programs to local schools, libraries, and community centers, allowing everyone to participate in the museum's educational offerings.
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