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Established by a gift from Harriet Allyn in memory of her seafaring father, the Lyman Allyn Art Museum opened the doors of its beautiful neoclassical building in 1932.

Today it houses a fascinating collection of 20,000 objects from ancient times to the present; artworks from Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Europe, with particularly strong collections of American paintings, decorative arts, and Victorian toys and doll houses.

Join us for a GUIDED TOUR of their "American Perspectives" collection, which celebrates the arts of America from colonial times through the 20th century, often through the lens of Connecticut and specifically New London County. It highlights some of the Lyman Allyn’s finest works and most intriguing stories, bringing focus to the unique character of the region and its place in the wider world.

Afterwards you can explore on your own their special exhibition dedicated to photographer Dorthea Lange’s dynamic life and career, focusing on her renowned images of the Great Depression.

EVENT FEE:

$17.00 (MUST BE PAID ON MEETUP with your RSVP) - this fee covers the cost of our tour, PayPal fees, and Meetup expenses.

NO WAITING LIST:

Meetup does not allow waiting lists for paid events, so if we run out of room, we'll send an email notification if/when spots open up. These will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

REFUNDS:

Refunds (minus non-refundable PayPal fee) may be provided if you notify us within 7 days of the event, and we can find someone to take your spot.

PARKING:

Free onsite parking is available for all visitors, located in front of the Museum. Accessible parking is available at the Museum’s side entrance.

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We hope you can join us for this fun and educational tour!

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Guided tour of American Perspectives collection for art lovers; learn about art from colonial times to the 20th century and view Lange’s Depression-era photos.

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