Arts & Culture
Exploring Lehigh Valley’s Visual Arts Scene
The Baum School of Art in Allentown, Connexions Gallery in Easton, and the Allentown Art Museum each play a vital role in the region's cultural landscape, offering diverse art education, exhibitions, and community events that enrich and engage the local creative community.
Whether it be a mural on the wall downtown or the latest addition to an art gallery, Lehigh Valley has abounding talent in visual artistic expression. Not only offering locations to cultivate one’s own expertise in the visual arts, Lehigh Valley also highlights the rich, cultural legacy found in the craft as well. Emphasizing the continuous importance of the arts in one’s life, the Valley provides a platform for artists and art lovers alike to feed their passion and curiosity.
A Century of Creativity
The Baum School of Art in Allentown has enriched lives through visual arts education for nearly a century, offering over 300 classes annually in various disciplines for all ages. The school’s Rodale Galleries feature monthly exhibitions and host free community events open to anyone who wishes to study art.
Easton’s Creative Heartbeat
Connexions Gallery in Downtown Easton has played a pivotal role in the city’s artistic and retail renaissance. Showcasing a diverse range of contemporary arts and crafts, the gallery offers rotating exhibits, community workshops, and events like Drink and Draw sessions, poetry readings, and improvisational jazz nights, making it a cultural hub for Easton’s creative community.
A World-Class Collection
The Allentown Art Museum offers visitors the chance to experience nearly 2,000 years of cultural heritage. With a world-class collection of approximately 17,000 works, including pieces by European masters, American artists, and LGBTQ creators, the museum provides an inclusive, enriching experience. Thanks to generous community support, admission is free and accessible to all.
Lehigh Valley promotes the value of artistic expression in the world today through art galleries as well as educational facilities. A community that encourages artistic endeavors of all kinds, Lehigh Valley’s love for creativity and expression is unmatched. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or someone looking for a new hobby, the Valley provides you with a multitude of resources to pursue your interests.
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