The Allentown Art Museum gratefully acknowledges endowment funding of educational programs by the Beall and Marlene O. "Linny" Fowler Education Endowment Fund; the Haight Endowment Fund; The Hearst Foundation, Inc.; The Ardath Rodale Education Fund; and Mimi's Fund.

Art Appreciation Course

cancelled TUESDAYS, MARCH 18–APRIL 8, 6:30 PM–8 PM

Join us for another exciting and engaging Art Appreciation Course as we explore the world of art through special exhibitions including National Geographic: The Art of Exploration and Memphis Blues: Photographs by Ernest C. Withers and the Museum’s permanent collection. This four-session course will deepen participants’ understandings of selected art forms explored by artists through an examination of the techniques used to create their work including photography, illustration, painting and more. Participants will learn from Museum curators and special guest speakers, go behind the scenes and visit the special exhibitions. Register early, as space is limited to 20 articipants, by mailing the registration form or calling 610-432-4333, ext. 10: Members $50, non-members $70.

Elderhostel Day of Discovery: National Geographic

A one-day program for adults 55 and older exploring the special exhibition National Geographic: The Art of Exploration

APRIL 23 AND MAY 2 AND 14

These exciting one-day programs offer older adults the opportunity to explore our special exhibitions in depth. Program includes gallery talks, behind-the-scenes experiences, demonstrations and art making led by curators, special guest experts, museum educators and artists. Visit www.elderhostel. org or call 877-426-8056 for more information. Elderhostel, founded in 1975, is the world’s largest not-for-profit educational travel organization for older people.

2008 SOTA Showhouse and Gardens

MAY 3 – MAY 23

SOTA House “Twin Acres” on Macada Road in Bethlehem is a stately 1947 colonial. Its 5,400 square feet and two mature acres will be designed, decorated and landscaped by top-notch professionals. Plan to spend a wonderful day strolling through the house and gardens, and enjoy delicious food at the Showhouse café catered by Lee Gribbens. Complete your visit with some shopping at the Showhouse boutique. Showhouse proceeds benefit the Allentown Art Museum, so treat yourself and support the arts at the same time!

Showhouse hours are Monday-Thursday 10 AM-4 PM, Friday 10 AM-8 PM, Saturday 10 AM-6 PM and Sunday 12-4 PM. Join us for “Wine and Tapas” on Friday, May 9th and 16th from 5-7 PM before going out to your favorite restaurant.

Gift certificates can be purchased through May 2 at the Allentown Art Museum or by calling Sherry May at 610-966-0409. April 1-May 2, tickets can be purchased at the Allentown Art Museum and Wegmans Food Markets for $17. May 3-23, general admission can be purchased at the Showhouse for $20. Groups tickets (ten or more) are $15 and include a docent tour; to schedule your group, call Connie Archer at 610-398-9784, ext. 140. For Showhouse information or details on the Wine and Tapas event, please call 610-432-4333, ext.15 or visit www.sotashowhouse.org.

Philadelphia Gems Bus Trip

May 27, 2008

The Allentown Art Museum Auxiliary is sponsoring a bus trip combining history, roses, food and fun. First stop is Cliveden. Built in 1767, it remains one of the finest surviving colonial homes and has an extensive collection of fine 18th-century furnishings. Next you will lunch at the historic Cresheim Cottage. Erected in 1748 by Palatine German settlers, Cresheim offers meals with a seasonal flair. Then travel on to Wyck House and Garden. Home to a Quaker family for almost three centuries, Wyck House offers furniture and manuscripts reflecting the lives of the family members. Early roses are expected to fill the garden with color and fragrance.

The bus will leave Calvary Baptist Church, Allentown at 9 A.M., returning at 5:30 P.M. The cost of the trip, including transportation, lunch, admission, tax and gratuities, is $72.00. For more information or to register, contact Ann Hohe: 610-821-0568.

Art After Hours

September ‘07 through May ‘08

Following an extraordinarily successful first season, Art After Hours returns with four exciting themed evenings of art and culture for adults that are certain to entertain and awaken your imagination. Bring a friend and enjoy some Art After Hours! Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar. Reservations recommended: 610-432-4333, ext. 29. Click here for the full shedule.

5:30 to 8 pm
Members $10
Non-members $15 at the door

Leadership support: The John and Fannie Saeger Trust
Media support: Lehigh Valley Style

Preview Party

William Wegman: Fay and Linda Lee Alter: A Life in Art

SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 6–8 PM

Great food, drink, live music and socialization all contribute to an evening of celebration as we unveil our latest special exhibitions one night before the official opening day. Please R.S.V.P. by June 5: 610-432-4333, ext. 29 or . Members free, non-members $15.

Gallery Talks

Wednesdays
Noon

Join curators, artists, and guest speakers on the first Wednesday of each month for insightful gallery talks related to the permanent collection or special exhibitions. These casual talks run approximately 45 minutes, unless otherwise noted, and are free with Museum admission or with special exhibition admission (as applicable).
Please see complete schedule.

Guided Visits

Saturdays
2 P.M.

Deepen your understanding of special exhibitions by participating in a Guided Visit. All Guided Visits last forty-five minutes unless otherwise noted. Please meet in the SOTA Foyer.
See complete schedule.

Davis Meltzer
Space Station Freedom
Illustration for Satellite Rescue by
Thomas Y. Canby, National Geographic,
November 1991
Gouache on board
Collection of the artist
© National Geographic Society, 1991

Adult Group Tours

Do you belong to a civic organization or are you part of a special interest group? Then make the Allentown Art Museum part of your programming. To arrange a guided visit of any exhibition or the permanent collection for your group of 10 or more, please call 610-432-4333, ext. 32 at least three weeks in advance. Special rates available for groups.

Advanced Booking Available
Reserve your group tour for our not-to-be-missed special exhibitions:
National Geographic: The Art of Exploration
(January 27 - May 25, 2008)

Allentown Art Museum
The Museum Store is open during most programs and special events.	The Allentown Art Museum gratefully acknowledges endowment funding of educational programs by the Beall and Marlene O. "Linny" Fowler Education Endowment Fund; the Haight Endowment Fund; The Hearst Foundation, Inc.; The Ardath Rodale Education Fund; and Mimi's Fund. Art Appreciation Course cancelled TUESDAYS, MARCH 18–APRIL 8, 6:30 PM–8 PM Join us for another exciting and engaging Art Appreciation Course as we explore the world of art through special exhibitions including National Geographic: The Art of Exploration and Memphis Blues: Photographs by Ernest C. Withers and the Museum’s permanent collection. This four-session course will deepen participants’ understandings of selected art forms explored by artists through an examination of the techniques used to create their work including photography, illustration, painting and more. Participants will learn from Museum curators and special guest speakers, go behind the scenes and visit the special exhibitions. Register early, as space is limited to 20 articipants, by mailing the registration form or calling 610-432-4333, ext. 10: Members $50, non-members $70. Elderhostel Day of Discovery: National Geographic A one-day program for adults 55 and older exploring the special exhibition National Geographic: The Art of Exploration APRIL 23 AND MAY 2 AND 14 These exciting one-day programs offer older adults the opportunity to explore our special exhibitions in depth. Program includes gallery talks, behind-the-scenes experiences, demonstrations and art making led by curators, special guest experts, museum educators and artists. Visit www.elderhostel. org or call 877-426-8056 for more information. Elderhostel, founded in 1975, is the world’s largest not-for-profit educational travel organization for older people. 2008 SOTA Showhouse and Gardens MAY 3 – MAY 23 “Twin Acres” on Macada Road in Bethlehem is a stately 1947 colonial. Its 5,400 square feet and two mature acres will be designed, decorated and landscaped by top-notch professionals. Plan to spend a wonderful day strolling through the house and gardens, and enjoy delicious food at the Showhouse café catered by Lee Gribbens. Complete your visit with some shopping at the Showhouse boutique. Showhouse proceeds benefit the Allentown Art Museum, so treat yourself and support the arts at the same time! Showhouse hours are Monday-Thursday 10 AM-4 PM, Friday 10 AM-8 PM, Saturday 10 AM-6 PM and Sunday 12-4 PM. Join us for “Wine and Tapas” on Friday, May 9th and 16th from 5-7 PM before going out to your favorite restaurant. Gift certificates can be purchased through May 2 at the Allentown Art Museum or by calling Sherry May at 610-966-0409. April 1-May 2, tickets can be purchased at the Allentown Art Museum and Wegmans Food Markets for $17. May 3-23, general admission can be purchased at the Showhouse for $20. Groups tickets (ten or more) are $15 and include a docent tour; to schedule your group, call Connie Archer at 610-398-9784, ext. 140. For Showhouse information or details on the Wine and Tapas event, please call 610-432-4333, ext.15 or visit www.sotashowhouse.org. Philadelphia Gems Bus Trip May 27, 2008 The Allentown Art Museum Auxiliary is sponsoring a bus trip combining history, roses, food and fun. First stop is Cliveden. Built in 1767, it remains one of the finest surviving colonial homes and has an extensive collection of fine 18th-century furnishings. Next you will lunch at the historic Cresheim Cottage. Erected in 1748 by Palatine German settlers, Cresheim offers meals with a seasonal flair. Then travel on to Wyck House and Garden. Home to a Quaker family for almost three centuries, Wyck House offers furniture and manuscripts reflecting the lives of the family members. Early roses are expected to fill the garden with color and fragrance. The bus will leave Calvary Baptist Church, Allentown at 9 A.M., returning at 5:30 P.M. The cost of the trip, including transportation, lunch, admission, tax and gratuities, is $72.00. For more information or to register, contact Ann Hohe: 610-821-0568. Art After Hours September ‘07 through May ‘08 Following an extraordinarily successful first season, Art After Hours returns with four exciting themed evenings of art and culture for adults that are certain to entertain and awaken your imagination. Bring a friend and enjoy some Art After Hours! Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, cash bar. Reservations recommended: 610-432-4333, ext. 29. Click here for the full shedule. 5:30 to 8 pm Members $10 Non-members $15 at the door Leadership support: The John and Fannie Saeger Trust Media support: Lehigh Valley Style Preview Party William Wegman: Fay and Linda Lee Alter: A Life in Art SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 6–8 PM Great food, drink, live music and socialization all contribute to an evening of celebration as we unveil our latest special exhibitions one night before the official opening day. Please R.S.V.P. by June 5: 610-432-4333, ext. 29 or . Members free, non-members $15. Gallery Talks Wednesdays Noon Join curators, artists, and guest speakers on the first Wednesday of each month for insightful gallery talks related to the permanent collection or special exhibitions. These casual talks run approximately 45 minutes, unless otherwise noted, and are free with Museum admission or with special exhibition admission (as applicable). Please see complete schedule. Guided Visits Saturdays 2 P.M. Deepen your understanding of special exhibitions by participating in a Guided Visit. All Guided Visits last forty-five minutes unless otherwise noted. Please meet in the SOTA Foyer. See complete schedule. Davis Meltzer *Space Station Freedom* Illustration for Satellite Rescue by Thomas Y. Canby, National Geographic, November 1991 Gouache on board Collection of the artist © National Geographic Society, 1991 Adult Group Tours Do you belong to a civic organization or are you part of a special interest group? Then make the Allentown Art Museum part of your programming. To arrange a guided visit of any exhibition or the permanent collection for your group of 10 or more, please call 610-432-4333, ext. 32 at least three weeks in advance. Special rates available for groups. Advanced Booking Available Reserve your group tour for our not-to-be-missed special exhibitions: National Geographic: The Art of Exploration (January 27 - May 25, 2008)
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