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By Emily Waldorf MAP ForYourArt just announced the exciting release of their special edition map of Miami, a stylishly curated tour through America’s most important art fair. Since navigating such a large art fair can be overwhelming, the map helps you edit your visit with a well-vetted selection of the best arts and culture hot […]
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By Emily Waldorf Amid reports that L.A.’s MOCA is in dire financial trouble, Eli Broad announced that he is planning to open his own contemporary art museum in Los Angeles, designed to replace the apparently “cramped” offices currently housing the Broad Contemporary Art Foundation in Santa Monica, which is closed to the general public. The […]
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Treasures of Northern India
By Celine Mactaggart Mumbai (locals still say Bombay) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum While most of the museums in India’s major cities have troubling infrastructure, this one stands apart. Also known as the Prince of Wales Museum, it was commissioned in 1909 to commemorate the future king’s visit. Most of the collection was gifted by the […]
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Forbidden City Synchronized swimming not your cup of tea? Beijing has a smorgasbord of cultural offerings ranging from cutting edge contemporary art to decadent imperial treasures. Tony Chen is a fantastic guide and can arrange for everything from highly customized tours to a top-notch driver (ask for William). A few hours spent exploring the Forbidden City is […]
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