Latvia is near and dear to my heart. I have travelled there countless times and have even gained dual-citizenship in the country. One of Latvia’s nationwide customs is to celebrate the Nationwide Song and Dance Celebration every five years for one week. This festival attracts millions of people from around the world to celebrate Latvia’s rich heritage and culture. AKA:… Read more →
Traveling internationally to Europe is so captivating, that well over 10.7 million Americans have traveled there in 2016 alone. With America’s origins stemming from Europe, it is always fun to trek back and see where our roots are from. On my list, Latvia ranks as the number one place to visit. I believe this so much so that I have… Read more →
Deb, Dave, and Matt started out working regular, full-time jobs. They paid their taxes, lived in some form of apartment or home, and went out every so often. After a while, these three found that they were not satisfied with the lives they were leading. They hungered and thirsted for something more. Their bank accounts were running low, but they… Read more →
When traveling abroad, there are thousands of questions you may have about how, when, and why to do it. How do I get there? When should I go? Why is the flight so expensive? Where should I stay? How do I protect myself abroad? How do I pack for my trip? These questions can be overwhelming and keep us from… Read more →
From the first childhood visit to a museum with parents or classmates, we see items from faraway lands and times that make our human history real and immediate. More than 850 million people visit museums annually, so let’s take a look at the history of museums. Mesopotamia of 530 B.C. contained the first recorded museum, that of Ennigaldi-Nanna. A building… Read more →
While millions of people visit museums around the world each year, very few decide to supplement their visits with guided audio tours. Simply put, the museum-goers who do not take audio tours are missing out – and here’s why. There is certainly intrinsic value to experiencing and engaging with art on a purely visual level. However, much of what makes… Read more →
Whether you are an art buff or a novice, there is always something special about the world of museums. In the grand scheme of things, nothing can replace the authenticity of world-renowned objects we see in museums each and every day. Not only do they provide us with an insight into the unknown history, but they also personify the passion,… Read more →
When it comes to art, it is imperative that you come into a piece with a holistic mindset. Art, as a whole, is not simply a painting or a sculpture to showcase in a museum. Instead, it is an entity and hallmark of the history and culture of a particular time and place. To truly value and appreciate art at… Read more →
While it is important to have a deep appreciation for the arts, it is also imperative to understand the overbearing problems that hundreds of museums are facing today. When we walk into a museum, you are not simply walking into a building with paintings and historical archives. Instead, you are entering a vast world where various concepts, ideologies, and… Read more →
When we think of art, we usually think of a timeless masterpiece that is showcased in one of the most established museums in the world. While you are not wrong, you have to understand that art will, and will always, evolve. For this edition, I wanted to veer away from my standard blogs of museum art and discuss the… Read more →