This is a great show to see -- the works are arranged chronologically, so it's easy to see people's changing attitudes towards railways and the industrial revolution; in the beginning, the trains are sort of pushed curiously to the background, like a small foreign object, whereas later works put the trains in the foreground, showcasing their iconic power and movement. One small note, though: whereas the permanent collections in the museum are free, special exhibits aren't. I think this one costs about $8 (with usual discounts for students, kids, and seniors).
"Art in the Age of Steam: Europe, America and the Railway, 1830-1960"
This is a great show to see -- the works are arranged chronologically, so it's easy to see people's changing attitudes towards railways and the industrial revolution; in the beginning, the trains are sort of pushed curiously to the background, like a small foreign object, whereas later works put the trains in the foreground, showcasing their iconic power and movement. One small note, though: whereas the permanent collections in the museum are free, special exhibits aren't. I think this one costs about $8 (with usual discounts for students, kids, and seniors).
September 14, 2008 at 5:25 p.m. ( permalink | suggest removal )