August 26, 2024
The Allentown Art Museum has entered into an agreement with the heirs of Henry Bromberg, who sold works from his collection while fleeing Nazi Germany, including Portrait of George the Bearded, Duke of Saxony (ca. 1534) by Lucas Cranach the Elder and workshop. The painting was purchased by the Museum from a New York gallery […]
August 26, 2024
On September 28, 2024, at 1 p.m., the Museum will host a Dynamic Conversation on Nazi-era art and restitution with distinguished experts Richard Aronowitz, Christie’s Global Head of Restitution, and Eileen Brankovic, Christie’s International Business Director of Restitution, moderated by Elaine Mehalakes, Vice President of Curatorial Affairs at the AAM. Together they will delve into […]
August 12, 2024
Immerse yourself in a weekend of art, culture, and community on August 16 through August 18, 2024, at the Allentown Art Museum. Celebrate creativity and empowerment at the Art Craving Women’s Exhibition, where eight exceptional female artists from Pennsylvania and New York come together to showcase their diverse talents. This display of inspiring artworks features […]
July 24, 2024
The Art Museum’s signature fall fundraising event is on! The exclusive Cocktails & Collecting party at the Museum on Saturday, October 5 from 6 until 9 p.m. will be the place to be seen in the Lehigh Valley, with food and drink by Karen Hunter, music by DJ Brad, and a photographer from Lehigh Valley Style capturing […]
July 11, 2024
You are invited to be a part of a discussion on the relationships among art, color, and culture on Saturday, August 31, starting at 1 p.m. This Dynamic Conversation, titled “The Culture of Color,” is inspired by the Museum’s special exhibition Scarlet Poppies and Ultramarine Butterflies: The Language of Color. Panelists will explore the topic […]
June 26, 2024
The Allentown Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Awards Reception on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at the Renaissance Allentown Hotel. The event honored businesses and individuals who have made significant contributions to the City of Allentown. Tony Iannelli, CEO of the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce, kicked off the evening by recognizing the importance […]
June 17, 2024
The Allentown Art Museum’s Community Gallery will be a vibrant, colorful space during the first Community Services for Children (CSC) Downtown Year End Showcase, an exhibition of artworks made by children, parents, and educators that celebrates the creative accomplishments of some of our community’s youngest artists. There will be a reception at the AAM from […]
May 24, 2024
VIDEOS EN ESPAÑOL A CONTINUACIÓN The Museum’s recent exhibition Nostalgia for My Island featured twenty exceptional works on loan from the Museo de Arte de Ponce (MAP) in Puerto Rico. Allentown was the second stop for the traveling exhibition, which debuted at the National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture in Chicago. Paintings by […]
May 21, 2024
LEER EN ESPAÑOL Captivated by color? Contemporary art? Jazz? Join us for the unveiling of our three exciting new summer exhibitions, opening the first weekend of June and continuing through Sunday, September 29, 2024. Scarlet Poppies and Ultramarine Butterflies: The Language of Color In his book Werner’s Nomenclature of Colors (1814), Scottish painter Patrick Syme […]
May 15, 2024
Descubre el arte de la paleta de la naturaleza mientras participa en una búsqueda guiada al aire libre, de coloridos tesoros para luego transformarlos en bellas obras de arte. Ofrecido con motivo de la exposición Amapolas escarlatas y mariposas ultramarinas: El lenguaje del color, este taller gratis del verano tiene objectivo para inspirar en usted […]