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Category Archives: Museums
Book feathers
London-based artist Kate MccGwire is famous for her elaborate feather sculptures that seem to have a life of their own. Her current exhibition titled Discharge pours down like a huge tunnel of water from a 18th century bookcase. Created from approximately … Continue reading
I am not a Luddite
Over the years, I have bored many a TBTP reader with my mini-rants promoting print travel guidebooks. And while I still always travel with the old school guides, I also am a fan of travel apps, ebooks, and travel podcasts. … Continue reading
Posted in apps, Europe, Museums, Music, Restaurants, Tech, Theater, Tourism
Tagged Britain, Edinburgh, Scotland, Visit Scotland
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Real Art, Fictional Museum
Foundation Kebbi is an imaginary museum created by Paris-based artist and illustrator Yann Kebbi. The fake cultural attraction is populated by the usual crowd of museum goers, tourists, lovers, and time wasters. However, if you look closely, you can also … Continue reading
In Bruges
Most of the world has made unprecedented changes to social, work, school, and travel arrangements as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. One of Europe’s most visited destinations has found a unique way to support the local community during the … Continue reading
I ❤ NY
You may not have known his name, but there is no doubt you’ve seen his work. Milton Glaser, one of the world’s most influential and pioneering graphic designers, died on June 26th, which was also his 91st birthday. The design … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Museums, Tourism, Travel Writing, Uncategorized, USA
Tagged Bob Dylan, Graphic design, Milton Glaser, New York City, poster art
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Virtually Macabre in Philly
Like many folks self-isolating these days, I have been spending way too much time on virtual video tours. I have taken train rides through the Swiss Alps, long car journeys around New Zealand, hikes in Icelands, and much more. Some … Continue reading
Posted in History, Museums, Tourism, USA
Tagged Mutter Museum, Philadelphia, Science
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Plague Dreams
Being an insomniac is not pleasant during the best of times, but during this bizarre pandemic it’s especially challenging. One of the ways that I soothe myself when I am unable to sleep is to recall some of the wonderful … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Art, Books, Europe, Museums, Tech, Tourism
Tagged Copernicus, Prague, Praha
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Berlin: Museum Goes Mobile
Berlin’s Museum of Now (MON) along with Yes,And…Productions(YAP) have come up with an ingenious way to bring art to city residents during the corona virus lockdown. Loading a projector and speakers onto a truck, they make nightly visits to neighborhoods … Continue reading
TGI Frida
Faces of Frida is one of the most extensive curations on the iconic Mexican artist ever assembled and it’s available through the Google Arts and Culture app. Comprised of 800 Frida Kahlo paintings, artifacts, high-resolution images and features, it offers … Continue reading
Posted in Art, History, Museums, South America, USA
Tagged Frida Kahlo, Google, Mexico
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Hermitage
I was very fortunate to spend an entire day in the world renowned Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg, Russia a few years ago. It’s almost overwhelming to try and take in the immense institution in one visit. To save our … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Art, Europe, Film, Museums, Music, Photography, Tourism
Tagged iPhone, Russia, St Petersburg
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Travel Between The Pages 