Day: February 2, 2021
The Plundered Art of the British Museum
The British Museum infamously holds the art and artifacts of the numerous cultures that Britain colonized during the height of its empire. As such, it is one of the most massive collections in the world. If you want to see it all, be sure to plan for more than one day and try and tackle […]
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Virtual Vincent
The Amsterdam Van Gogh Museum, home to many works by Van Gogh and his contemporaries, has created a virtual exhibit you can enjoy–as well as a biography. When times are better, this Museum is definitely worth an in-person visit.
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Are You Sure You Want to See the Mona Lisa?
There are two things you need to know before visiting the Mona Lisa in the Louvre. First, the painting is smaller than you expect. Second, crowds can make it a somewhat miserable experience. Depending on when you go, you may wait in a long line. When you get near it, there will be a large […]
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What’s The Best Thing To See in Tokyo?
Hint: It’s not actually in Tokyo! It’s in the suburb of Mitaka, a short commuter train ride out of town. The Studio Ghibli Museum is a delight and a must for any fan of animation art. It is a wonderful way to spend a day, whether you are adult or child. You must get reservations […]
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The Ten Best Things to See in the Louvre that are not the Mona Lisa
At the Louvre and are tired of glimpsing the Mona Lisa from behind ten thousand people? Here are some of the most famous, important, and interesting pieces in the Louvre. We found the VerMeer collection to be especially stunning. 10. The Winged Victory of Samothrace 9. Johannes Vermeer, The Lacemaker 8. Albrecht Dürer, Self Portrait […]
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The Trick to Visiting Many Museums Free
It is surprising how many people are unaware of reciprocal museum memberships. Most museums have a hidden perk if you become a member–agreements between a large number of museums to let members of other institutions in free. To see what’s what, visit the webpage of a museum you would consider joining. Almost always, in the […]
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Detroit? Whaat?
Detroit–yes, THAT Detroit–is returning as a tourist destination. A year ago, I was helping my sister in California sign up for a new bank account. As we were chatting, the bank manager (a thirty-something) began talking with great delight about the vacation she and her husband had just spent in Detroit-and how much they had […]
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When in Paris….
Do not overlook Musée de l’Orangerie, an amazing small art museum near both the Louvre and Musee d’Orsay. It is one of our favorites. There are many lovely works, but the main attraction is an entire room where you are surrounded by Claude Monet’s Waterlilies. It is an amazing experience, which you can experience […]
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