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The Newseum Washington DC, Neighboring Embassy Suites Crystal City, Reopens Three Times Larger
Embassy Suites Crystal City is in the center of all the action, from epic historic sites to high-class shopping and dining. Now, Embassy Suites Crystal City neighbors one more spectacular attraction – The Newseum Washington DC, Interactive Museum of News. - July 03, 2008 - Embassy Suites Crystal City
Wildcat Mountain Opens New Lift-Serviced, 9-Hole Alpine Disc Golf Course. Fast Growing Sport Has New Course to Play in New Hampshire
Along with the distinctive and thrilling sounds of people flying Wildcat Mountain on the ZipRider, the quiet breathtaking moments of scenery and summit views via the Wildcat Express scenic gondola, can now be seen and heard colored discs in flight toward a curious looking metal basket, the sound of... - July 02, 2008 - Wildcat Mountain
Free Guided Tours at Wildcat Mountain in Pinkham Notch, New Hampshire Begin Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008
Wildcat Mountain and Tin Mountain Conservation Center are teaming up once again to continue the “Wednesdays at Wildcat” program this summer, combining family fun and education for free. Every Wednesday throughout July and August from 10:00am to 12:00noon, Wildcat will host interpretive... - July 01, 2008 - Wildcat Mountain
Considered the Best College Winter Season Pass Deal in New England, New Hampshire College Breakout Pass Has New Look for 2008-2009
The NH College Breakout Pass has a new look for 2008-2009, but remains the best college season pass deal in New England. For only $239 full-time college students can enjoy unlimited skiing and riding with no date restrictions at Mount Sunapee, Gunstock and Wildcat resorts. Wildcat has teamed up... - June 20, 2008 - Wildcat Mountain
Erie Art Museum Celebrates Erie Painter Joseph Plavcan
The Erie Art Museum celebrates renowned Erie painter Joseph Plavcan’s centennial with a survey exhibition featuring a variety of his works in the Erie Art Museum’s Main Gallery at 411 State Street beginning Saturday, June 28, 2008 until September 14, 2008. A public opening reception... - June 19, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
People on the Move
Erie Art Museum Director John Vanco delivered a keynote speech at the first Picture Pennsylvania Conference in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on May 30, 2008. The event gave Vanco an opportunity to discuss the Museum and their critically acclaimed traveling exhibitions that have toured the nation. In the... - June 18, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Summer Fun with Art at the Erie Art Museum
Imagination will soar this summer at the Erie Art Museum, providing children of all ages an opportunity to participate in programs that will encourage artistic expression. Summer programs for children at the Museum include Art in Action, Art Camp for Kids, First Fridays and also a wide range of... - June 12, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Enjoy Traditional Henna Designs During Mid-Day Art Break at the Erie Art Museum
Introducing Henna Artist during the Mid-Day Art Break June 11 and June 18. - June 12, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Wildcat Mountain Opens Daily for Summer and Offers Free Gondola Ride to Fathers
Fathers can fly Wildcat via the Wildcat Express scenic gondola for free on Sunday, June 15th when one or more other family members purchase an adult or junior gondola ride ticket on that day. The only one of its kind in North America, the Wildcat Express has transformed from New Hampshire’s... - June 09, 2008 - Wildcat Mountain
Experience Pioneer Life Summer Camp
Half-day summer camp at the Mesa Historical Museum. Crafts, games, and historical activities. - June 07, 2008 - Mesa Historical Society and Museum
Icons, New Work by Jim Munn on View at the Erie Art Museum
Now on view at the Erie Art Museum is Icons, new work by Jim Munn in the Museum’s Frame Shop Gallery, 423 State Street, through August 9, 2008. A public reception is scheduled to be held during Gallery Night, Friday, June 13, 2008 from 7-10 p.m. About the Exhibit After suffering a sudden... - June 06, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
17th Annual Kids Free Fishing Day at Wildcat Pond – Saturday, June 7th, 2008
The White Mountain National Forest’s 17th Annual Kids Free Fishing Day will happen on Saturday, June 7, at the pond at Wildcat Mountain located on Route 16 between Jackson & Gorham, NH. Kids aged 15 and under are invited to fish from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00, followed by afternoon fishing for... - May 30, 2008 - Wildcat Mountain
First Fridays Returns
The Erie Art Museum will see the return of First Fridays, a preschool program offered to children 3 to 6 years old and their families. Children and their families will be able to participate in the program on June 6, 2008 from 10 to 11 a.m.; the cost is $5 per child. This program, directed by... - May 29, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum Introduces Summer Classes
The Erie Art Museum offers art classes and workshops for children and adults year-round. Beginning in June, the Museum will be offering 23 summer classes. Each class has different prices and Museum members receive discounted rates. Classes are available to beginners and more experienced artists... - May 28, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Take a Mid-Day Art Break at the Erie Art Museum
Free Admission, tours and live music every Wednesday this summer. - May 27, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Confederate President Jefferson Davis, General P.T. Beauregard, and General David Hunter Are Only a Few of the Civil War Leaders That Are Now on Display at C Savannah
C Savannah is now offering for sale signed letters, notes, calling cards and other significant items from the War of the Northern Aggression, the War Between the States, the War for Southern Independence, or as some prefer, the Civil War. - May 24, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Celebrated Jazz Pianist Comes to the Erie Art Museum
Direct from Amsterdam, celebrated Jazz pianist Amina Figarova and her ensemble will be holding a public concert at the Erie Art Museum on Thursday June 12, 2008 at 8 p.m. The performance will be held in the Erie Art Museum Annex, 423 State Street. Admission is free; a $10 donation is suggested. ... - May 23, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Wildcat Mountain Begins Summer Operations Memorial Weekend
Wildcat Mountain opens for summer & fall operations beginning Saturday, May 24th offering New Hampshire's newest thrill ride the ZipRider™ and the highest scenic gondola in the state, the Wildcat Express. This summer marks 75 years since the civilian conservation corps, armed with axes... - May 22, 2008 - Wildcat Mountain
Twelve Galleries, One Night
Gallery Night, which is organized by the Erie Art Museum, features free public touring of 12 local galleries and gallery activities, on Friday June 13, 2008 from 7 to 10 p.m. Galleries that will be participating are Accents By The Bay, Allen Stoneware Gallery, Artworks Gallery and Clayspace... - May 22, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
When Trees Dream, New Work by Brian Pardini Opens at Erie Art Museum
The Erie Art Museum opened When Trees Dream, new work by Brian Pardini in the Museum’s Annex Gallery, 423 State Street on Monday, May 5, 2008 and is on view to the public through July 5, 2008. A public reception is scheduled for Friday, May 16 from 6-9 p.m. and then again during Gallery... - May 17, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
First Science Center in the World to Have NanoSeam Dome Immersion Technology Brings Astronomy Down to Earth
The $1.6 million renovation of the Dorrance Planetarium at Arizona Science Center is complete. Featuring a state-of-the-art projection system, sound system, interactive seats and the first NanoSeam Dome at a science center or museum in the world, Arizona Science Center re-opened the Dorrance... - May 16, 2008 - Arizona Science Center
Celebrating 175 Years of Nantucket Freedom at the Century House, 175th Anniversary of the Inn and the 25th Anniversary as Innkeepers
The 16-room Century House celebrates twice this year. First, it is the only inn on Nantucket that celebrates 175 years of continuous operation, as the oldest guesthouse on the island. Second, innkeeper duo Gerry Connick and Jean Ellen Heron celebrate 25 years of making their own Century House history. - May 15, 2008 - Century House
General Lachlan McIntosh, King Georgia II, Sherman, Cotton Factors, Are Only a Few of the Historic Items Now on Display at Circa Savannah
King George II in 1732, by granting a charter to James Oglethorpe, the King created the Province of Georgia in British North America, which was named after him. Two hundred and seventy-six years later, Circa Savannah is proud to have original signed documents from the King whom the state is named after. - May 12, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Circa Savannah Acquires Rare Collection of Georgia Historical Documents
King George II in 1732, by granting a charter to James Oglethorpe, the King created the Province of Georgia in British North America, which was named after him. Two hundred and seventy-six years later, Circa Savannah is proud to have original signed documents from the King whom the state is named after. - May 03, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Circa Savannah Acquires Rare Collection of Golf Autographs and Signed Memorabilia
Tiger Woods won his twelfth major in 2006 at the PGA Championship at Medinah. Today, Circa Savannah now displays the 88th PGA Championship flag signed by the winner (Tiger Woods) and over 40 other participants. - May 03, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Historic Preservation Tax Credit Seminar Added to Preservation Group’s Program
The Erie Center for Design & Preservation (ECDP) has announced an expansion of topics at their already scheduled free public seminar on historic preservation on Saturday, May 10 at the Erie Art Museum Annex, 20 East 5th Street. Topics include: an overview of the National Register of Historic... - April 26, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Interested in Performing This Summer?
The Erie Art Museum offers their front steps to performing buskers/strolling entertainers this summer as a part of the Erie Art Museum’s Mid-Day Art Break beginning Wednesday, June 4, 2008. The Erie Art Museum is open for free on Wednesdays and Mid-Day Art Break tours, guided by Museum staff... - April 18, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Summer Fun with Art at the Erie Art Museum
Imagination will soar this summer at the Erie Art Museum where kids of all ages will spend time in the Erie Art Museum’s galleries, learn from teaching artists and make lots of art through a variety of summer programs geared for kids of all ages. “We are offering a variety of... - April 18, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
King Louis XVI Signed Document Becomes Available for Purchase at Circa Savannah
Louis XVI, king of France, arrived in the wrong historical place at the wrong time and soon found himself overwhelmed by events beyond his control. - April 05, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Rare Amelia Earhart Signed Photo for Sale by Circa Savannah, LLC
The letter from Jean Teal, Amelia Earhart personal assistant, on March 7, 1935, on Amelia Earhart personal letterhead, referencing the autographed photo of Amelia Earhart to a fan. - April 04, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Rare Signed Princess Diana Christmas Card Featuring Her Wedding Photo, for Sale by Circa Savannah, LLC
The official 1981 Christmas card issued by the newlyweds Charles and Diana featuring their wedding photo, signed and inscribed on the inside cover by the Princess of Wales in black pen, "Mr. Munro, Yours most sincerely, Diana." - April 04, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
New Organization Celebrates Preservation Month
In celebration of The National Trust for Historic Preservation’s 2008 Preservation Month theme, “Place Matters,” the Erie Center for Design & Preservation is hosting a lecture, seminar and walking tour on May 9th and 10th. All three events are free and open to the... - April 04, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum Presents Henna Body Art Workshop
The Erie Art Museum will offer a henna body art workshop on Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 1-4 p.m. at the Erie Art Museum Annex, 20 East 5th Street. “We are so excited to offer the public an opportunity to learn about this ancient temporary tattoo tradition. Erie’s best henna... - April 03, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum: Kids Learn from Teaching Artists
The Erie Art Museum’s First Fridays program for preschool kids ages 3 to 6 is slated for Friday, April 4, 10-11 a.m. at the Erie Art Museum, 411 State Street with activities inspired from the Museum’s Ancient Alloy: Bronzes from the Collection exhibit. First Fridays is a special... - April 03, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Rare "Gone with the Wind" Letters to be Sold
An important collection of Gone With the Wind letters and memorabilia are now being displayed at Circa Savannah an will be sold to interested parties. - April 01, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Original Johnny Mercer Music Contracts for Sale at Circa Savannah
An important collection of one of America's favorite lyricist, vocalist, and composer who contributed to many Broadway musical productions and Hollywood films is available for purchase as Circa Savannah. - April 01, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Historic Typewriter from “Papa” Ernest Hemingway Up for Sale
Earnest "Papa" Hemingway’s manual Royal typewriter, circa 1940, still in its well-worn leather carrying case, will be for sale and on display in the Circa Savannah showroom at 42 E. Bay Street (next door to the historic Cotton Exchange). - March 18, 2008 - C. Savannah, LLC
Erie Art Museum Opens Wildthings by Kathe Umlauf
The Erie Art Museum has opened Wildthings by Kathe Umlauf at the Erie Art Museum’s Frame Shop Gallery, 423 State Street on Friday, Mar. 7, 2008 through May 31, 2008. About the Exhibition Sculptor Kathe Umlauf portrays animals of all sorts. Working from her observations at zoos, area farms,... - March 14, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum Presents Henna Body Art Workshop
The Erie Art Museum will offer a henna body art workshop on Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 1-4 p.m. at the Erie Art Museum Annex, 20 East 5th Street. “We are so excited to offer the public an opportunity to learn about this ancient temporary tattoo tradition. Erie’s best henna... - March 14, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum Hosts Open Studio at ClaySpace
Cure those winter doldrums by learning to throw a pot at the Erie Art Museum’s ClaySpace Open Studio on Friday, March 21, 2008. Instruction is $6 per person and is on a first come first served basis. Complimentary pizza will be served. Demonstration & workshop sessions are at 6:30,... - March 14, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Monthly Jazz Series to Begin at Former Home of Rostropovich – Now Chateau Safflyn
Jazz concerts will be performed the last Saturday of every month starting March 29th at 5:30pm in Chateau Safflyn, the former home of Rostropovich, 350 Galina Lane in Jordanville, NY. This month will be a celebration honoring the birthday of the Great Maestro Rostropovich. Tickets are $40 and... - March 08, 2008 - Chateau Safflyn
Erie Art Museum Launches New Website
The Erie Art Museum has launched its new website. The site, found at www.erieartmuseum.org, offers visitors new, user-friendly access to information about the Museum’s programs, membership, classes, workshops, donations and more. “The website’s new enhanced interactivity allows... - February 29, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum: Kids Learn from Teaching Artists
The Erie Art Museum’s First Fridays program for preschool kids ages 3 to 6 is slated for Friday, March 7, 10-11 a.m. at the Erie Art Museum, 411 State Street with activities inspired from the Museum’s Kids As Curators exhibit. First Fridays is a special program for 3-6 year olds and... - February 29, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Art Classes Now Enrolling Students
The Erie Art Museum is now enrolling adult and youth students for its spring semester of art classes beginning Monday, March 31, 2008. Art classes and workshops are open to beginners and pros and are offered in areas of photography, painting, ceramics, jewelry, drawing, framing and dance. Classes... - February 28, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
National Fuel Gas Company Foundation Awards $25,000 to Erie Art Museum
National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation Senior Vice President Carl Carlotti presented Erie Art Museum Director John Vanco with a check for $25,000 from the National Fuel Gas Company Foundation in support of the Erie Art Museum’s Picture A Place capital campaign. About Picture A Place The... - February 16, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Gallery Night an Evening of Free Admission to Area Galleries
Exhibition opening receptions and other gallery activities are planned for Gallery Night on Friday, March 7, 2008 from 7-10 p.m. at the Erie Art Museum, Glass Growers Gallery, Allen Stoneware Gallery, Kuhn’s Framing & Gift Gallery, Accents By The Bay, and Geary’s Studio 7... - February 15, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Hanging Together: Millcreek Art Faculty on View at Erie Art Museum
Hanging Together: Millcreek Art Faculty is now on view at the Erie Art Museum Frame Shop Gallery, 423 State Street through February 29, 2008. A special reception with the artists will be held Friday, Feb. 29, 2008 from 7-9 p.m. About the Exhibition For almost 25 years, the art faculty of the... - February 14, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
Erie Art Museum Contemporary Music Series Celebrates Black History Month
The Erie Art Museum Contemporary Music Series will present a series of Black History Month performances during the month of February in the Erie Art Museum’s Annex, 423 State Street. Admission to all concerts is free; suggested donation $10. Burkina Electric Burkina Electric will be in... - February 01, 2008 - Erie Art Museum
New Abenaki Indian Museum to Visit in Vermont
A new museum in Vermont that teaches its visitors about the Abenaki Indians. The Abenaki Indians were the first people to occupy the land now called Vermont. Learn about how they lived historically and how they are still living today. - January 25, 2008 - Abenaki Indian Museum Of Vermont
Erie Art Museum Opens Ancient Alloy: Bronzes from the Collection
The Erie Art Museum opens Ancient Alloy: Bronzes from the Collection in the Museum’s Ground Floor Gallery, 411 State Street on Friday, January 25, 2008. Featuring objects from the Erie Art Museum’s permanent collection of more than 6,000 objects, Ancient Alloy includes works which span... - January 25, 2008 - Erie Art Museum