One of the most exciting events in art news this summer is the opening of the new building housing Philadelphia’s famous Barnes Foundation’s collection of masterpieces. Albert C. Barnes amassed a fortune in the early 20th century developing pharmaceuticals. With the subsequent sale of his company, he became a passionate … Read more
Most New Yorkers know that some of the best works of art aren’t in the museums. They’re either public works (Hello, Lady Liberty!) or, are on display semi-privately at many of New York’s finest hotels and galleries … free of charge! This spring and summer take in a new exhibit … Read more
Ah, the French. They all seem to have that je ne sais quoi. Perhaps it’s the romantic background of the Eiffel Tower, the sexy accent, or the passionate artists. And speaking of artists … everyone knows the Louvre, but here’s a diamond in the rough. After ten years of renovation, … Read more
So you’re going to Quebec City – now what? Luckily, here’s Quebec City Tourism’s new mobile app to the rescue. Remember the old craze for magic eight balls? Your questions about life, answered. Well, this new iphone app is definitely better than that, with comprehensive answers to your most important … Read more