Saturday, November 27, 2010
Library of Congress
I've been reading Dan Brown's "Lost Symbol", some of which takes place in the Library of Congress, so while we were in DC for the Rally To Restore Sanity, we toured the Library of Congress, which is totally gorgeous! They don't permit photos of the reading room but the architecture and decor of the inside is beautiful!
Thursday, November 25, 2010
Chrysler Museum of Art
One of my favorite museums is the Chrysler Museum of Art in Norfolk, VA. Described on their website:
Housed in an Italianate-style structure facing the picturesque Hague Inlet of the Elizabeth River, the Chrysler Museum of Art is home to an encyclopedic collection of nearly 40,000 objects spanning nearly 5,000 years of history. Highlights include an impressive and comprehensive survey of European and American painting and sculpture, a world-renowned glass collection, a rich photography program, Art Nouveau furniture, as well as African, Asian, Egyptian, Pre-Columbian and Islamic art. In the words of New York Times art critic John Russell, the Chrysler boasts objects "...any museum in the world would kill for."
I especially enjoy art glass and this museum is the third largest collection in America. This museum should be on any art or glass enthusiasts' Bucket List.
Housed in an Italianate-style structure facing the picturesque Hague Inlet of the Elizabeth River, the Chrysler Museum of Art is home to an encyclopedic collection of nearly 40,000 objects spanning nearly 5,000 years of history. Highlights include an impressive and comprehensive survey of European and American painting and sculpture, a world-renowned glass collection, a rich photography program, Art Nouveau furniture, as well as African, Asian, Egyptian, Pre-Columbian and Islamic art. In the words of New York Times art critic John Russell, the Chrysler boasts objects "...any museum in the world would kill for."
I especially enjoy art glass and this museum is the third largest collection in America. This museum should be on any art or glass enthusiasts' Bucket List.
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