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Indianapolis, Indiana
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The Indianapolis Museum of Art at Newfields boasts over 54,000 works, ranging from African and Asian art to contemporary pieces.
Newfields was established in 1883, making it one of the oldest art museums in the United States.
The 152-acre campus includes beautiful gardens, a nature park, and the historic Lilly House, providing a diverse cultural experience.
Newfields hosts the annual 'Winterlights' event, where the gardens are transformed with over a million lights, creating a magical winter wonderland.
The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park at Newfields is one of the largest museum art parks in the country, emphasizing environmental conservation and education.
The museum frequently hosts interactive and immersive exhibitions, such as the popular 'THE LUME Indianapolis,' which brings art to life through digital projections.
The museum holds several works by O'Keeffe, including her iconic 'Jimson Weed/White Flower No. 1,' which is a highlight of their American art collection.
The museum's main building, designed by architect Edward Larrabee Barnes, is a striking example of modernist architecture, completed in 1970.
