Are you a die-hard fan of the impressionist school of art? Then, if you are in Boston, take time out to leisurely wander through the German expressionism at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. Visit the Arthur M. Sackler Museum for its Oriental art section that includes exquisite Islamic and ancient Asian art. The oldest of Harvard University's art museums, the Fogg Art Museum covers the history of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present. Coming here is akin to taking a trip back in time without the aid of a time machine. Distinguished by the range and depth of their collections, their groundbreaking exhibitions, and the original research of their staff, the museums are unmissable for all sorts of visitors, especially art enthusiasts.
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Serving the community since 1936, ICA (Institute of Contemporary Art) has been among the first in the city to debut works by impressive artists from Picasso to Warhol. Since its 2006 move to the architecturally stunning new harbor front site, the museum has continued its impressive exhibits of cutting edge of contemporary art in Boston. The facility now houses an amazing permanent collection rife with paintings and video installations, as well as traveling exhibitions showcasing the hottest talents from around the world. ICA is also home to a year-round program of dance, theater and film, and it also sponsors educational programs and off-site art installations and events throughout the community.
