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Van Gogh Up Close Exhibit February 1 to May 6, 2012 At The Philadelphia Art Museum  (Day Trip from Delaware County, PA)

The Philadelphia Art Museum has the honor of being the only U.S. museum to host the current traveling exhibit of art by the impressionist artist Vincent Van Gogh.  The exhibit “Van Gogh Up Close” will be at the Philadelphia Art Museum February 1 to May 6, 2012.  Then it moves to Ottawa Canada.

Seeing Van Gogh’s work up close is truly amazing, for you can see the thickness of the paint and strokes on the surface of the canvas that you cannot see in a photograph.  The richness of his choice of colors are also striking because photographs cannot capture the true deep colors that he often used in his paintings.

Van Gogh was a passionate and troubled soul, and he produced some of the most amazing pieces of art that still have the power to ignite viewers.  To be in the room with Van Gogh’s art is closest way to be in his presence.

If you have never seen an exhibit of Van Gogh’s work I highly recommend you plan a trip to see this exhibit and enjoy your favorite pieces up close and from across the gallery room.

For more details about this exhibit, call the museum at 215-763-8100 or Open This Link.

(written by Gloria) 

Van Gogh Up Close Exhibit February 1 to May 6, 2012 At The Philadelphia Art Museum  (Day Trip from Delaware County, PA)

Snow Tubing In The Pocono Mountains January 2012 (Day Trips From Delaware County, PA)

If you live in Delaware County PA and enjoy snow, it is very possible for you to escape to the Pocono Mountains for the day to go snow tubing.  The snow-covered slopes in the Pocono's are approximately 100 miles from Delaware County and offer the opportunity for groups of school children, families and friends to escape from it all while enjoying the outdoors on an inner tube in winter. 

We recently were in the Pocono’s and had the opportunity to go snow tubing, something I have never done before.  We were at the Jack Frost/Big Boulder Resort area and enjoyed a few hours taking in the scenery as we kept returning to the top of the slope for more rides down the mountainside in the comfort of an inner tube.

If you decide to make this trip, call 570-443-8425 to check on weather conditions.  Click Here to find out more. Have a great time!  Happy Tubing!

Snow Tubing In The Pocono Mountains January 2012 (Day Trips From Delaware County, PA)

Jim Thorpe, PA – A Day Trip From Delaware County PA

The town of Jim Thorpe, Pa located roughly 85 miles north of Delaware County is a great destination for a day trip.  Nestled in a valley along the Lehigh River it offers a wonderful change from the routine.  Walk Broadway the main street up to the infamous jail house where many Molly Maguires were imprisoned during the 1870’s, take in the local shops that offer local art, great food and other historical settings.  Be sure to take in the wonderful architecture of this historical town that is tightly nestled between steep hills.

Train rides offer closer views of the mountain scenery.  Local raft companies have exertions on the Lehigh River.  Bike trails offer another way to enjoy your outing.

Jim Thorpe once called Mauch Chunk was given the name of Jim Thorpe in honor of the Olympian whose final resting place is located on the outskirts of town on Route 903.

Plan a visit to this lovely town any time of the year.  Please note the beginning of autumn can be the most spectacular if you enjoy the marvelous display nature gives forth as it transforms the greens into a beautiful palette of golds, yellows and reds for all to enjoy.  Find out more by visiting this website  - Jim Thorpe, PA.

Jim Thorpe, PA – A Day Trip From Delaware County PA

International Vulture Awareness Day Celebrated at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary September 3, 2011 (Day Trip From Delaware County PA)

Vultures are an important part of our ecosystem; they help to keep the environment clean.  Vultures can often be seen gliding high above the trees in the air currents keeping an eye out over their territory.

In 2009 the First International Vulture Awareness Day was held in the hopes of raising awareness about these fine birds.  Some vultures are facing potential extinction due to the usual causes.  The hopes of this on going event is to help shed positive light on these fine creatures and to keep their numbers healthy.

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary is taking part in this International Day from 10 AM to 3 PM.  It will be held rain or shine.  There will be activities with vulture themes including a live program at 12 Noon and 2 PM.  There will be vulture counting at the Sanctuary’s lookout.

Hawk Mountain Sanctuary is roughly 80 miles from Delaware County, west of Allentown, northwest of Kutztown.   The address for your GPS is 1700 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton, PA 19529.  Phone (610)756-6961.

For more information:

Open this link to find out about other International Vulture Awareness Day Celebrations

Open this link to find out more about Hawk Mountain Sanctuary’s Celebration

International Vulture Awareness Day Celebrated at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary September 3, 2011 (Day Trip From Delaware County PA)

Pennsylvania’s Oldest American Indian Festival August 20-21, 2011 – Roasting Ears Of Corn Festival (Day Trip From Delaware County PA)

The Museum of Indian Culture in Allentown, PA invites the public to their 31^st Annual “Roasting Ears Of Corn Festival” Saturday and Sunday August 20^th and 21^st. 

This public event offers the opportunity to enjoy American Indian dancing, singing, drumming, food and handmade crafts.  There will be a children’s craft area. 

All ages are welcome!

Rain or Shine!

Admission Fees:

Adults $6

Children 8-17 $4 

Children 7 and under Free

Seniors (62+) $4

Museum of Indian Culture

2825 Fish Hatchery Road

Allentown, PA 18103

Phone:  (610) 797-2121

Email:  info@museumofindianculture.org

For more information check out these two links:

Museum of Indian Culture  

Newspaper Article

Pennsylvania’s Oldest American Indian Festival August 20-21, 2011 – Roasting Ears Of Corn Festival (Day Trip From Delaware County PA)