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Press Release: State Museum Presents Learn at Lunchtime

Posted by jeashton on 1 February 2021, 10:35 am

Beginning Friday, February 5 at 12:15 PM, and repeating each Friday thereafter, The State Museum of Pennsylvania presents its popular Friday speaker’s series online. Virtual visitors will learn about Pennsylvania topics and museum collections by joining live conversations with curators, educators, colleagues and friends. The State Museum’s Learn at Lunchtime programs are free. Pre-register to join at …

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Art of the State

Posted by jeashton on 4 February 2021, 9:00 am

The State Museum remains closed to the public due to the COVID-19 crisis, and we do not yet have a re-opening date. However, we have determined to move forward with Art of the State 2021 as an online exhibit of digital images of art work that will premiere in September 2021. Art work will still be juried by …

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Press Release: State Museum Presents Learn at Lunchtime

Posted by jeashton on 1 February 2021, 10:35 am

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Virtual Learn at Lunchtime

Posted by jeashton on 26 January 2021, 8:08 am

Connect with others and learn about our Commonwealth by joining The State Museum of Pennsylvania for our 2021 virtual Learn at Lunchtime programs every Friday at 12:15 pm. Learn at Lunchtime features a variety of captivating presentations and live conversations with educators, curators, colleagues, and friends about various Pennsylvania topics. The State Museum of Pennsylvania remains …

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Mammal Hall 360

Posted by jeashton on 21 December 2020, 10:13 am

Visit the Mammal Hall 360 and explore these additional activities that relate to Mammal Hall at The State Museum of Pennsylvania. Thirteen window displays depict realistic scenes from actual places throughout the Commonwealth. Each diorama shows a particular time of day, season and habitat showcasing the wildlife of Pennsylvania. Animal Signs Animals in Winter Color …

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Explore

Posted by jeashton on 9 October 2020, 11:14 am

Whatever back-to-school looks like for your classroom, the State Museum of Pennsylvania has virtual educational resources to supplement your lessons and engage your students. Are you teaching about Pennsylvania? Watch, explore and send us your questions. 10 Questions about Paleontology with Dr. Steven Jasinski 6 Dinosaurs to Know 5 Things to Know about Paleontology 6 Things to …

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Explore! Pennsylvania State Symbols

Posted by jeashton on 21 September 2020, 1:26 pm

Pennsylvania State Symbols Whatever back-to-school looks like for your classroom, the State Museum of Pennsylvania has virtual educational resources to supplement your lessons and engage your students. Are you teaching about Pennsylvania? The Explore! Wednesdays video series identifies each of the state symbols, providing information about its selection and connection to Pennsylvania. Watch, explore and …

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Press Release: “Art of the State” Exhibition Winners Announced

Posted by jeashton on 14 September 2020, 9:30 am

The State Museum of Pennsylvania today announced the winners of Art of the State: Pennsylvania 2020. Art of the State is an annual juried exhibition that has been showcasing the work of Pennsylvania’s artists at The State Museum of Pennsylvania since 1968. The body of art that has been exhibited reflects more than a half …

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Art of the State 2020

Posted by jeashton on 13 September 2020, 12:25 pm

360 Virtual Tour How to Navigate the Virtual 360 Tour From the Director It goes without saying that the year 2020 is unprecedented for all of us. The process for this year’s Art of the State was well underway when the pandemic hit. Throughout the crisis, The State Museum of Pennsylvania and our parent agency, …

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Press Release: The State Museum of Pennsylvania Announces Finalists for 53rd Annual “Art of the State” Exhibition

Posted by jeashton on 24 August 2020, 2:05 pm

Finalists have been announced for Art of the State 2020. Art of the State is an annual juried exhibition that has been showcasing the work of Pennsylvania’s artists at The State Museum of Pennsylvania since 1968. The body of art that has been exhibited reflects over a half-century of creative endeavor in the Keystone State. …

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State Museum Perspectives

Posted by jeashton on 30 June 2020, 3:17 pm

State Museum Perspectives Meet staff curators, educators, designers, and community partners in these video chats with Director Beth Hager about exhibits, collections, behind-the-scenes, and their favorite things at The State Museum of Pennsylvania. The Dugout Canoe A popular selfie stop at The Pennsylvania Farm Show, The State Museum’s replica dugout canoe is based on an …

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Press Release: State Museum Presents Learn at Lunchtime

Art of the State

Press Release: State Museum Presents Learn at Lunchtime

Virtual Learn at Lunchtime

Mammal Hall 360

Explore

Explore! Pennsylvania State Symbols

Press Release: “Art of the State” Exhibition Winners Announced

Art of the State 2020

Press Release: The State Museum of Pennsylvania Announces Finalists for 53rd Annual “Art of the State” Exhibition

State Museum Perspectives