Fascinated by Clocks and Stained Glass at Halim Time and Glass Museum in Evanston, IL

Fascinated by Clocks and Stained Glass at Halim Time and Glass Museum

Halim Time and Glass Museum in Evanston, Illinois adds quite an intriguing museum option to the Chicago suburban area. The museum combines both the art of stained glass as well as a window into the history and development of keeping time. The museum does seem to be a bit eclectic but I liked how it combined two different art forms in quite a bit of detail under one roof. The museum displays the sizable collections of real estate developer Cameel Halim and his wife Hoda. He began the collection 30 years ago -- so there is quite a bit for the public to enjoy! As you explore the museum, you also gain more appreciation for the intricacies of each art that we often take for granted.

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Hotel Murano: Hotel and Art Museum Rolled Into One

Magnificent Glass Viking Ships

When we arrived at Hotel Murano at 12:30AM due to flight delays and construction headaches, we expected to snooze through the check in process and scramble our way up to bed. Upon arrival, though, we quickly realized that Hotel Murano is much more than a place to catch some zzzzz's. Named for Murano, Italy the famed Old World capital of glass art and existing in Tacoma the glass capital of the Pacific Northwest, it is no wonder that Hotel Murano has emerged as a splendid homage to glasswork!

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Exploring Art Through Observation and Action at Tacoma Art Museum

Vibrant and intricate Chihuly Glass Art

The Tacoma Art Museum lives right on the other side of the Chihuly Bridge of Glass from the Museum of Glass. The proximity of the two provides for a lovely day of igniting your creative flame! With a mission of connecting people through art, the TAM infuses engaging exhibits with elements inspiring full sensory exploration.

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