Whether it is Japanese ukiyo-e or Spanish cubism, Chinese crafts from Ming Dynasty or Post-Impressionist artwork from the 20th century – Newfields (Indianapolis Museum of Art) has it all.
You will walk through the museum's must-see permanent collections and some of the most noticeable rotating exhibitions. You will travel thousands of years and hundreds of countries worldwide in just a few hours.
This audio tour will enhance your museum experience not only if you are an art enthusiast, but also if you want to broaden your horizons in terms of world history and culture.
On this audio tour, you will learn how to make porcelain vases and how to read the symbols on African ceremonial skirts. You will also learn how they smuggled silkworm eggs into the Byzantine Empire.
You will see works by Picasso, Chagall, and Matisse, learn about Rembrandt's love of self-portraits and Hokusai's woodblock printing technique.
Those interested in contemporary arts and designs will appreciate the stories behind the custom-designed costumes by Givenchy and Chanel, and the works of some of today's most profound artists.
Finish the tour in the beautifully landscaped gardens – a masterpiece of their own.
Note. This tour DOES NOT include a ticket. Buy it at discovernewfields.org.
This tour is not affiliated with the Indianapolis Museum of Art but is provided by an independent creator.