Archive for June, 2008

Pantheon - Rome, Italy

The Pantheon is one of the most historic buildings in Rome, Italy and is something that should not be overlooked when you are there for a visit. The structure was commissioned by Marcus Agrippa and restored by Domitian. Later it was re-built by Hadrian – which is when the dome was added.

J. Paul Getty - Los Angeles, California

The J. Paul Getty Museum is one of the best museums in Los Angeles, California. Inside you will be able to view a variety of sculptures, photographs, and paintings. They also have old manuscripts and decorative arts that will amaze you.

Rose Museum - New York City

If ever you visit New York City you must make sure to stop off at the Rose Museum in Carnegie Hall. The Rose Museum opened in 1991 as a part of the 100th anniversary to Carnegie Hall. It is located on the first tier level of the Hall and is home to exhibitions (that may vary during the year) and a collection of art taken from the archives of the Carnegie Hall.

Musee National des Douanes - Bordeaux, France

The Musee National des Douanes located in Bordeaux, France has close to 5,000 objects that give visitors a look into the life and times of an officer of France. They have on display many uniforms, furniture, paintings, arms, tools, and engravings of what they used to look like, the jobs they had, and the tools they used.