Thursday, July 03, 2008

Enjoying the Figge Art Museum

Another of the 100 Places is the Figge Art Museum in Davenport. This glass clad building is itself an interesting sight.

Linda and I stepped inside and were soon admiring the collection of prints by John James Audubon. These beautiful, life-size prints are fascinating to see. In a corner of the hall showing the prints was a video screen telling Audobon's story and showing how the prints were made. On another floor, we saw a display of glass and pottery. Paintings, fibers, and educational displays filled another floor. Drawings and paintings from the local schools were shown in one hall. It was a pleasure to see the community reflected in the displays.

I'd be very happy to return to see what's on display another day.

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