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"Material Witness" at the American Folk Art Museum

"Material Witness" at the American Folk Art Museum

Happy Women’s History Month! Do you know each of these folk and self-taught artists? Learn more about them by exploring our collection online at folkartmuseum.org. | American Folk Art Museum

Happy Women’s History Month! Do you know each of these folk and self-taught artists? Learn more about them by exploring our collection online at folkartmuseum.org. | American Folk Art Museum

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Announcing three exhibitions coming to the American Folk Art Museum in 2026! ✨ Opening April 10: ‘Self-Made: A Century of Inventing Artists’ A look at artistic self-representation in the twentieth century and today, exploring how formally untrained artists have defined and depicted themselves as “capital-A Artists.” ‘Folk Nation: Crafting Patriotism in the United States’ Opening during the celebration of the United States semiquincentennial, this exhibition draws from AFAM’s collection to examin

Announcing three exhibitions coming to the American Folk Art Museum in 2026! ✨ Opening April 10: ‘Self-Made: A Century of Inventing Artists’ A look at artistic self-representation in the twentieth century and today, exploring how formally untrained artists have defined and depicted themselves as “capital-A Artists.” ‘Folk Nation: Crafting Patriotism in the United States’ Opening during the celebration of the United States semiquincentennial, this exhibition draws from AFAM’s collection to examin

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Today is our 62nd anniversary!! 🎉 Six decades ago, the founders of AFAM came together with the vision of creating a dedicated folk art museum in New York City. Today, we’re honored to continue that mission through promoting the work of folk and self-taught artists across time and place. To celebrate, please enjoy some snapshots of the Museum’s collection and exhibitions over the years, paired with an interview from our co-founder Cordelia Hamilton. As Hamilton stated, “we can do anything…all yo

Today is our 62nd anniversary!! 🎉 Six decades ago, the founders of AFAM came together with the vision of creating a dedicated folk art museum in New York City. Today, we’re honored to continue that mission through promoting the work of folk and self-taught artists across time and place. To celebrate, please enjoy some snapshots of the Museum’s collection and exhibitions over the years, paired with an interview from our co-founder Cordelia Hamilton. As Hamilton stated, “we can do anything…all yo

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Virtual Tour: Folk Art at the Smithsonian American Art Museum

Virtual Tour: Folk Art at the Smithsonian American Art Museum

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A behind-the-scenes look at uncrating works from ‘Mystery and Benevolence’ as they return to the American Folk Art Museum’s collection. Originally presented in our galleries, this exhibition explored the fascinating visual landscape of fraternal culture. It went on to travel to nearly a dozen other museums across the country–including stops at the Bullock Texas State History Museum, Huntsville Museum of Art, The Historic New Orleans Collection, Kalamazoo Valley Museum, and the Stuhr Museum. Part

A behind-the-scenes look at uncrating works from ‘Mystery and Benevolence’ as they return to the American Folk Art Museum’s collection. Originally presented in our galleries, this exhibition explored the fascinating visual landscape of fraternal culture. It went on to travel to nearly a dozen other museums across the country–including stops at the Bullock Texas State History Museum, Huntsville Museum of Art, The Historic New Orleans Collection, Kalamazoo Valley Museum, and the Stuhr Museum. Part

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NYC-ARTS Choice: Ammi Phillips at American Folk Art Museum

NYC-ARTS Choice: Ammi Phillips at American Folk Art Museum

Featuring 35 quilts and related works of art “What That Quilt Knows About Me” explores the personal and emotional stories behind quilt-making. And the best part? It’s free!! | American Folk Art Museum

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‘Multitudes’ Review: The American Folk Art Museum at 60

"Unnamed Figures" at the American Folk Art Museum | NYC-ARTS

"Unnamed Figures" at the American Folk Art Museum | NYC-ARTS

American Folk Art Museum exhibit examines untold Black stories in art

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American Folk Art Museum in Manhattan has new exhibition full of quilts

Several hand-tinted photographs are currently on view in the exhibition “Material Witness: Folk and Self-Taught Artists at Work.” Admission is always free! Photographers unidentified, Vernacular Photography. United States and Cuba c. 1915–1960, Hand-tinted photographs. American Folk Art Museum, New York; gift of Peter J. Cohen, 2023.2.1-35. | American Folk Art Museum

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NYC-ARTS:NYC-ARTS Profile: Treasures from American Folk Art Museum Season 2015 Episode 50

New context paints the picture of forgotten figures in art

In today’s video collaboration with Isa Segalovich, we’re taking a look at contemporary works of art inspired by quilting traditions. A section in the exhibition “What That Quilt Knows About Me,” displays 20th-century riffs on the art form, documenting personal and social histories while experimenting with unconventional materials, techniques, and compositions. Learn more about these quilts by visiting the exhibition through October 29, 2023. Admission is always free! | American Folk Art Museum

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Don't miss my visit to the quilts exhibition at the American Folk Art Museum https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V23aqttkOgs | Daniella On Design

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The Early Years: Shorts by Documentary Arts Part of “40 Years of Documentary Arts” at Cinema Village Featuring films by Alan Govenar, with cinematography by Les Blank Presented in partnership with The American Folk Art Museum Before the Criterion Collection releases and Guggenheim accolades, filmmaker and folklorist Alan Govenar was quietly documenting the creative lives that shape America’s soul. The Early Years: Shorts by Documentary Arts brings together four intimate portraits of self-taught

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On this #GivingTuesday, please consider supporting the American Folk Art Museum by becoming a Member. With your help, we can continue to provide art classes for children and paid internships for college students, as well as funding for groundbreaking exhibitions such as “Unnamed Figures: Black Presence and Absence in the Early American North.” And, if you join today, you can save 20% on all Shop purchases through December 11. You'll also be the first to know about new exhibitions, special events

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When Wes Anderson takes over the American Folk Art Museum….👀 Come act like you’re in a movie with us by visiting the galleries Wednesday-Sunday. ✨ Admission is always free! Visit folkartmuseum.org to learn more about our exhibitions. #wesanderson #wesandersonfilm #folkart #museum #art #free

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Our American Folk Art gallery is a must-see. | Fenimore Art Museum

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American Folk Art Museum celebrates 60th anniversary

Exploring the American Folk Art Museum in NYC

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10 Outdoor Places to See Folk Art in the U.S.

American Made: Treasures from the American Folk Art Museum | Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

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Uncovering Hidden Gems: A Tour of The American Folk Art Museum

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Glenn Lowry on American Folk Art Museum: The Decision Has Been Made

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