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Travel Kit: Pencil, colored pencils, paper and eraser
Your Destination: Celebrate the rich artistic heritage of Pennsylvania by exploring the work of notable PA artists such as Andy Warhol, Mary Cassatt, Henry Ossawa Tanner, and Keith Haring.
On the Path: Analyze the unique styles and contributions of these artists.
Step 1: Research each artist and look at their artwork.
Step 2: Create your own artwork inspired by one of them using a medium of your choice.
Enjoy a gallery walk and reflection, allowing yourself to share how local art history influenced your creative process.
- Allentown Art Museum: (Allentown) This museum offers a collection of over 19,000 works, including European and American art, as well as textiles.
- The Andy Warhol Museum: (Pittsburgh) This museum is dedicated to the life and work of Andy Warhol, featuring an extensive collection of his art and archival materials.
- Brandywine River Museum of Art: (Chadds Ford) This museum is renowned for its collection of American art, particularly works associated with the Wyeth family.
- GoggleWorks Center for the Arts: (Reading) This center is housed in a former goggle factory and features teaching studios, artist studios, exhibition galleries, and a 130-seat film theater.
- Erie Art Museum: (Erie) This museum offers a diverse collection of art, including contemporary works and regional pieces.
- Martin Art Gallery at Muhlenberg College: (Allentown) This museum offers exhibitions and collections that support the college’s educational mission.
- Michener Art Museum: (Doylestown) This museum features a collection of Pennsylvania Impressionism and other American art.
- Palmer Museum of Art: (Penn State’s University Park campus in State College) This museum boasts the largest art collection between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, with admission always free.
- The Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art: (Altoona and Ligonier) This museum showcases regional and national artists across various mediums.
- The State Museum of Pennsylvania: (Harrisburg) This museum provides insights into Pennsylvania’s history, including its artistic heritage.
- Susquehanna Art Museum: (Harrisburg) This museum offers contemporary art exhibitions and educational programs for all ages.
- The Westmoreland Museum of American Art: (Greensburg) This museum features American art from the 18th century to the present, with a focus on regional artists