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First and Second Reports of the Board of Trustees of the Pennsylvania Museum and School of Industrial Art (Classic Reprint): 1876-'77 - Couverture souple

Pennsylvania Museum And School Of Industrial Art Board Of Trustees

 
9781332915057: First and Second Reports of the Board of Trustees of the Pennsylvania Museum and School of Industrial Art (Classic Reprint): 1876-'77

Synopsis

A concise history of how a new museum and school of industrial art took shape in Philadelphia, and why it mattered for art education and industry.

In the mid-1870s, a group formed to create the Pennsylvania Museum and School of Industrial Art, aiming to unite public learning with practical design. They secured a charter, built partnerships with local institutions, and opened Memorial Hall to house a growing collection and library. The project sought to influence industry and taste by combining exhibitions with a formal program of design education.

The year 1877 saw concrete steps: an exhibition that highlighted purchased and loaned works, the occupation of Memorial Hall, and the start of a comprehensive plan for drawing, design, and industrial art instruction. A dedicated School of Art Needlework began, along with courses in drawing, color study, and design applied to manufacture, all designed to train capable designers and artisans.
What you’ll experience
  • A clear account of how the museum and school were organized, funded, and expanded.
  • Details on early exhibitions, key partnerships, and the move into Memorial Hall.
  • An overview of the first design-focused classes, instructors, and the needlework program.
  • The ongoing debate about state support and the aim to create a self-sustaining public institution.
Ideal for readers of museum history, 19th-century design education, and the evolution of industrial art in America.

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