From the Louvre in Paris to the Guggenheim in New York City, art museums help you look at something new. Learn to appreciate the many forms of art by visiting one of the many art museums around the world.
Planning a visit to the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York City? Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning art lover, MoMA’s six floors are packed with iconic works and immersive exhibits. There’s a lot of variety, from paintings to large sculptures, you’ll be drawn in by the creativity and attention to…
You’ve likely wandered through your run-of-the-mill grocery store to buy bread, milk or even eggs. But have you ever picked up a can of dehydrated water, or seen a can of peanuts touted as nut-free? Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart in Las Vegas will leave you wondering why more grocery stores don’t have the creative juices…
People flock from around the world to experience Mardi Gras in New Orleans. However, the annual celebration usually falls in January and February. If you’re fortunate enough to book your travel to the Big Easy for the celebrations, then kudos. But if your plans are to visit New Orleans outside of that major celebration, then…
Four alien worlds collided together in Denver and the Quantum Department of Transportation, or QDOT, made it possible for you to easily travel and explore each of the four worlds. Meow Wolf Denver is an immersive and interactive permanent art installation in Denver, Colorado. There are hidden rooms behind unexpected doors, winding staircases between levels…
New Orleans is full of art and music. You can find it scattered throughout the streets of the French Quarter or in some of the museums in the city. But if you want to immerse yourself in art from local artists, plan a visit to JAMNOLA. JAMNOLA stands for Joy, Art and Music of New…
You’ve likely seen the work of French sculptor Auguste Rodin. But if you’re like me, you’re terrible at identifying art and its respective artist. So as we entered the Rodin Museum (Musee Rodin) in Paris and I saw The Thinker, I thought – “Now that’s a piece of art I recognize.” And now I know…
My son is passionate about Sweden. His maternal ancestors immigrated from Sweden many decades ago and setup shop in northern Utah. He’s done numerous school reports on the country and loves to learn more about the culture. That love for Sweden is what drew us to the American Swedish Institute when we were planning a…
Chicago has so many things to see and do. I’ve been there several times for various work conferences, and it seems like each time, I’m able to experience something new. But if you’re planning to visit several of the more popular venues in Chicago, you may want to consider getting a Chicago CityPASS so you…
I’d heard there were some pretty iconic portraits on display at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, DC. I was under the impression that it was mainly a collection of presidential portraits. But it’s so much more than that. I marveled at not only the styles of art, but of the people who were featured….
Minneapolis is rich with cultures from around the world. During our visit to the city, we explored the Somali, Swedish and Vikings (NFL team) culture. We also got a taste of the Russian culture expressed through art. Just a short ride from downtown Minneapolis is the Museum of Russian Art. It’s one of the places…
