In the late 19th century, American artists by the hundreds - including such luminaries as James McNeill Whistler, John Singer Sargent, Mary Cassatt, Thomas Eakins, and Winslow Homer - were drawn irresistibly to Paris, the world's new art capital, to learn to paint and to establish their reputations. Read More »
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Feed Subscription<“Flavor of the Past: Sounds Of Wilmington” Explores the Flavors and Rhythms of Wilmington’s History
Visitors can step back in time to sample and experience 100 years of food, live entertainment, and Southern culture on Saturday, August 26th during the 4th Annual "Flavor of the Past." This year's theme, "Sounds of Wilmington," adds a musical element to Wilmington's premier epicurean event. Read More »
Much Ado about Wrightsville’s Beach, Waves, and Events
Wrightsville Beach is basking in the glow of recent media attention from a variety of publications, including Frommers.com. The official website for Frommer's travel guides, included Wrightsville Beach in its 2006 BEST BEACH roundup. Read More »
Artist Peter Max to Host First Virtual Exhibition at the Art of Peter Max Gallery – Forum Shops Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, Nevada
The Art of Peter Max Gallery, one of two galleries in the world exclusively selling Peter Max paintings, has announced a first-ever Virtual Exhibition, Saturday, September 2 at 1 p.m. Live via high-speed Internet connection, artist Peter Max will communicate virtually through plasma screens at the gallery, taking guests in Las Vegas on a personal tour of his renowned studio in New York. Read More »
Artist Peter Max to Host First Virtual Exhibition at the Art of Peter Max Gallery – Forum Shops Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, Nevada
The Art of Peter Max Gallery, one of two galleries in the world exclusively selling Peter Max paintings, has announced a first-ever Virtual Exhibition, Saturday, September 2 at 1 p.m. Live via high-speed Internet connection, artist Peter Max will communicate virtually through plasma screens at the gallery, taking guests in Las Vegas on a personal tour of his renowned studio in New York. Read More »
Fall Adult-Only Getaways a Growing Trend at Dude Ranches
Guest ranches are ever popular as family vacation destinations, but members of the Dude Ranchers' Association recognize that adults also value time to themselves. Read More »
150th Indiana State Fair in Indianapolis
The 150th Indiana State Fair's signature food will be deep-fried chocolate-covered strawberries. Fairgoers will get to sample these fresh strawberries, which are skewered, battered and deep fried before being topped with chocolate sauce, powdered sugar and more strawberries. Read More »
“Faces of Katrina” to Tell Story Through Art
“Faces of Katrina,” an exhibition featuring the stories and photographs of more than 100 Katrina evacuees and the volunteers who helped them, opens August 25, 2006 at Artspace in Shreveport, Louisiana. Read More »
Bucks County is Back in Business Despite Recent Flooding
Attractions such as Sand Castle Winery, Hairy Mary's Restaurant and the Indian Rock Inn are open and running, but travelers may need to take an alternate route. Read More »
Your Driving Costs 2006
AAA is a federation of motor clubs serving more than 49 million members in the United States and Canada through more than 1,100 offices. Read More »
