Swope Art Museum, Art museum in Terre Haute, United States
The Swope Art Museum houses 2,500 works of American art, including paintings, sculptures, and paper works from the 19th century to present day.
Michael Sheldon Swope, a Civil War veteran and jeweler, provided the initial funds through his bequest, leading to the museum's establishment in 1942.
The permanent collection features American Scene Painting from the 1930s, early 20th century modernism, Indiana art, and Post-World War II abstract compositions.
The museum opens Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 5 PM, offering free admission to all visitors throughout the year.
The founding collection, assembled by first director John Rogers Cox, includes works by Edward Hopper, Grant Wood, and Thomas Hart Benton.
Location: Indiana
Inception: 1942
Website: http://swope.org
GPS coordinates: 39.46570,-87.40730
Latest update: March 16, 2025 14:46
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