Arts, Galleries, Cultural Events & Festivals

Discover More Than Japanese Antiques and Arts at Minka Imports in Nashville, IN: We recently enjoyed a wonderful trip to Nashville, Indiana. For those who have not had the pleasure of visiting this small town there's plenty of interesting shops to explore, along with numerous restaurants, and local events to share with friends and family. And it is here we discovered Minka Imports that is a wonderful and unique shop with a touch of history and much more!

Discover Crafts and More At The Country Living Fair in Warren County, Ohio: Warren County is where we visited the annual Country Living Fair. Perhaps, you have read a copy of this crafty magazine that features tips on everything country? It is here we began are search for the perfect gift. Oh, but wait, did I mention that this is one of the most anticipated events of the year in Warren County?

Art Comes To Life In Columbus, Ohio: Built in 1895, The Franklin Conservatory is another unique place to visit that educates and promotes environmental awareness with exhibits and hands-on programs. One of this unique exhibits is an African Perspective of Family. The Chapungu: Stories In Stone exhibit is moving and enlightening exhibit which features 50 amazing hand carved stone sculptures.

NH: What does a Renaissance man, a potter, and Curious George have in common?:  They all lived in a cottage, which would inspire a intellectual and creative center for the town of Waterville Valley. Early visitors to Waterville Valley hiked, swam, played golf and took part in cultural events, surrounded by the awe-inspiring natural beauty of the White Mountain National Forest. Today's visitors do all that and more.

Artistic Treasures At The Worcester Art Museum In Worcester, Massachusetts: For a example of late eighteenth-century architecture and art visit the Worcester Art Museum. The museum, dedicated to the promotion of art and art education since opening in 1898. You will find artistic treasures spanning 5,000 years that include works from ancient Roman mosaics to contemporary art.

Alaska's Native American Art: Native American Indian Art in the American southwest is dominated by the magnificent pottery and jewelry. While in the Pacific NW Native American art is mostly wood carvings.

Visit MOMA in New York, the Big Apple's premier art gallery: New York is arguably the premier city for American art; its variety of eclectic galleries always provides something for the art lover, whether you're a fan of impressionism or post-modern sculpture. Some of New York's most famous galleries are the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Guggenheim Museum, the Whitney Museum of American Art and, perhaps most famously, the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA).

The Guggenheim Museum: the jewel in New York's artistic crown: The image of New York in art and popular culture has long been cemented as one of timeless universality. In the world of painting and photography, among a host of other art forms, New York has been one of the central muses of the art world.  Amidst its host of world-renowned galleries are the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA), The Metropolitan Museum and, perhaps most interestingly, the Guggenheim Museum.

Colorado Is A Destination For Arts Lovers: Savvy travelers cite year-round art walk and First Friday events, annual and seasonal art festivals. In fact, Colorado is home to nine of the country's top 100 art towns, according to John Villani's "The 100 Best Art Towns in America."

FL: Daytona Beach: The Museum of Arts and Sciences: If your in Daytona visiting the Daytona International Speedway check out the Museum of Arts and Sciences, which offers free admission on the first Tuesday of each month. The Museum of Arts and Sciences combines the best of both worlds with intriguing hands-on activities and beautiful exhibits.