Building on your observation skills and borrowing from the specialist’s knowledge, explore and investigate the “mysterious” world of art by viewing the backs of paintings, x-rays of art, forgeries, Nazi-looted art, and more! For investigators of all ages, examining art leads you on a winding path in pursuit of discovery, understanding, and appreciation.
On loan through June 5!
On loan from the North Carolina Museum of Art, Lucas Cranach’s Madonna and Child in a Landscape reveals a fascinating story of Nazi-looted art provenance that ends well!
Just for Junior Sleuths:
Scavenger Hunt
Become a Jr. Detective by joining Artechus and Artemisia as they explore The Art of Sleuthing! Use the clues scattered throughout the exhibition to answer each question. When finished, bring your scavenger hunt to the Gift Shop for a prize!
Children’s Learning Center: A&A Detective Agency
The game is afoot! Join the A&A Detective Agency to help Artechus and Artemisia find clues and solve crimes using your observation skills, logic, and CSI tools.
Credit: Exhibition overview from museum website.
