Harvard Art Museums
Saturday. August 10. 2024
● ● ●
Boston, Massachusetts was the final stop on our East Coast adventure, and Steven and I were eager to make the most of our time there. We chose to stay in Beverly, a quiet and charming town just outside of the city, and from there, we took several trips into downtown Boston. Each day was filled with exciting discoveries, from the historic landmarks to the vibrant neighborhoods. On Saturday, we decided to visit nearby Cambridge to explore the Harvard University. Even though it was the weekend, the campus was buzzing with activity, filled with students, tourists, and locals alike.
The entrance of the Harvard Art Museums
As we wandered through the beautiful Harvard grounds, we stumbled upon the Harvard Art Museums. Without a second thought, we made our way inside, eager to see what treasures awaited us. The Harvard Art Museums consist of three distinct museums: the Fogg Museum, the Busch-Reisinger Museum, and the Arthur M. Sackler Museum. Each one showcases a different aspect of art, from European masterpieces to Asian and Islamic art. The building itself was elegantly designed, with spacious galleries that made it easy to navigate and enjoy the exhibits.
“Heavenly and Earthly Love” by Max Ernst
“Race Track at Deauville, the Start” by Raoul Dufy
“Pear Tree” by Gustav Klimt
“Hunger March” by Lewis W. Rubenstein and Rico Lebrun
“Analogia I” by Victor Grippo
“Summer Orange” by Joan Snyder
“Untitled” by Kerry James Marshall
A photo of me taken by Steven :)
“Summer Scene (Bathers)” by Fredéric Bazille
“Raphael and the Fornarina” by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres
“Apotheosis of Louis-Adolphe Thiers” by Jehan Georges Vibert
“Our Lady of Bethlehem with Portrait of an Indigenous Donor” by Unidentified artist(s)
The happy moment of Julie :D
Tulips by Pieter Holsteyn II, Jacob Marrel, Margaretha Adriaensdr. de Her, and Zacharias Blyhooft
“Mosaic Pavement Fragment: Peahen”
A view of the museum’s interior from above
As I explored each gallery, I was continually amazed by the stunning variety of artwork on display. Every piece seemed to tell its own story, and I found myself captivated by the richness of the collections. The experience felt truly special, as if we had uncovered a hidden gem within the bustling university. Visiting the Harvard Art Museums turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip, adding depth and culture to our East Coast journey. It was a moment that left a lasting impression, and I felt incredibly fortunate to have had the chance to experience it.
Little souvenir from the museum shop
A fresh lobster roll at “Pauli’s” in Boston, Massachusetts
Ended the day with an awesome dinner at “Yume Ga Arukara” in Boston, Massachusetts :)
