New York City responded to the 1880 immigration influx with new building programs and institutions that left a lasting imprint on Manhattan. Join Art Historian John Daum for an exploration of famous landmarks including Ellis Island, the Statue… Read More
The Bayeux Tapestry is one of the greatest female works of art and a valuable historical document that illuminates the world of England and France in the months leading up to the epic Battle of Hastings. Join art… Read More
This event is postponed. Check back later this month for the new date. Join historian John Daum for a fascinating overview of Norse mythology. Take in the crazy adventures of Thor and Loki, and the gathering of… Read More
Join art historian John Daum for another great night of Norse mythology, including the rise of Loki and his monster children, the world of the frost giants, and Ragnarök ─ the final battle between gods, giants and… Read More
Join art historian John Daum as he recounts the zenith of Michelangelo's career, including his triumphs on the Sistine Chapel ceiling, his monumental The Last Judgment and his achievements in architecture.
Art historian John Daum explores the Renaissance that took place north of the Alps with the groundbreaking work of Jan Van Eyck, Grünewald's monumental Isenheim Altarpiece and the bizarre and totally unique world of Hieronymus Bosch. Daum has… Read More
In the early 1400s, Florence gave birth to the Renaissance, one of the world's greatest creative awakenings. Discover the lasting achievements of Brunelleschi, Botticelli and Michelangelo as art historian John Daum explores this city of food, art and… Read More
Art historian John Daum explores the art and myths that inspired Greek artists from the early Cycladic period through the height of the Hellenistic age. Come early and enjoy amazing craft beverages and delicious dishes from the Old Ox… Read More
Art historian John Daum transports you to a time when Venice, Italy, was a world superpower and artists like Bellini, Giorgione and Titian were revolutionizing art. Come early and enjoy amazing craft beverages--beer, wine, cider, vodka soda cocktails--and… Read More
Art historian John Daum celebrates the early pioneers of the Renaissance, including Giotto, Masaccio, and Botticelli.