On July 1, 1863, advancing Confederate forces clashed with Union troops just outside Gettysburg, sparking a pivotal three-day battle that … More
Category: Museums
Where New York Begins – the South Street Seaport Museum
History abounds in New York City and one of the places where the past truly comes alive is “where New … More
Castles of Creativity: Mercer Museum & Fonthill Castle in Bucks County, PA
Bucks County, just northeast of Philadelphia, has long attracted creative people, from Pennsylvania Impressionist painters in the early 20th century … More
Lachaise Foundation Embodies Active Preservation of an Artist’s Legacy – “It Takes a Village”
The role of foundations can be vital to the continuing legacy of an artist or writer or any particular person … More
From Prison to Creative Hub: Virginia’s Workhouse Arts Center
What could be done with a closed, multi-building prison in the southern part of suburban Fairfax County, 25 miles from … More
Engaging with Art at Providence’s Rhode Island School of Design
College and university art museums, each with a distinctive history and focus, can be inspiring resources not only for these … More
Historic Artists’ Homes & Studios Celebrates 25th Year with 19 New Members!
Historic Artists’ Homes & Studios (HAHS), a program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, announced 19 new Affiliate Members … More
The Morse Museum in Florida’s Winter Park: Tiffany Treasures and American Art
The small Central Florida city of Winter Park has a lively downtown, charming historic districts, and tree-lined lakes that appeal … More
Corning Museum of Glass: A Hidden Gem with Local Community and Global Reach
“I love to think of Corning, NY, in general, as having small town charm with global reach and global impact. … More
Dancing into 2025 with the Arts and Cultural Organizations that Power Communities
Side of Culture had a great year in 2024 and we are excited about the opportunities developing for 2025. Looking … More
