Parrish Art Museum, Art museum in Water Mill, United States
Description
Parrish Art Museum is an art museum in Water Mill that houses over 3,500 artworks in a modern building with skylights. The structure was designed by Herzog & de Meuron architects and features galleries filled with natural light.
History
Samuel Longstreth Parrish, an attorney and Quaker, founded the museum in 1898 to display his collection of Italian Renaissance art and classical sculptures. The institution expanded over time to include additional works and artists beyond its original focus.
Culture
The museum displays works by artists who lived and worked on Long Island for extended periods. This collection reflects the artistic community that developed in the region over time.
Practical
The location sits on a large property with plenty of space to explore at your own pace. Visitors should plan for multiple hours to see the collection and exhibitions comfortably.
Did you know?
The building uses a skylight system that shifts with changing daylight, continuously reframing how visitors see the displayed works. This effect allows people to perceive the same artwork differently depending on the time of day.
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