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Discover the stories of the plants that humans (and other animals!) use as intoxicants during a guided walk led by Arboretum programs coordinator and plant nerd Rebecca Horwitt. Register for free on The Arboretum’s Programs & Events page for this Plant Walk.
Experience the Palmer Museum of Art beyond its walls through Looking at US, a collaborative public art initiative with the Downtown State College Improvement District. Led by a Palmer Museum educator, participants will travel through downtown State College to explore 19 large-scale reproductions of artworks from the Palmer’s permanent collection installed across 12 downtown locations. […]
Pomegranates and olives and figs, oh my! Join Dr. Michael Goyette on an interactive walking tour of the botanic gardens. Among the myriad myths to be discussed—and corresponding plants to be observed—are stories involving Persephone, Athena, Romulus and Remus, Hecate, and Prometheus. Register for free on The Arboretum’s Programs & Events page. About the Speaker: […]
Join us in the galleries during designated Sensory-Friendly Hours for a more relaxed and comfortable visit. During these times, we adjust the environment by dimming gallery lighting and turning off audio on gallery tablets when no tours are scheduled. While all visitors are welcome, these sessions are especially appropriate for individuals with sensory sensitivities, for […]
Discover the Palmer’s world-class collections and exhibitions with a friendly and knowledgeable museum guide. Each tour explores a theme, lasts about one hour, and includes close-looking through discussion and experiential learning opportunities. Guided tours start in the Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Lobby. Join us for these free drop-in tours. Sign language interpretation for drop-in tours […]
Curious about the Palmer Museum of Art? Join a Palmer guide for an introduction to the museum’s collections, exhibitions, and spaces. Discover highlights from across the galleries, learn about the stories behind selected artworks, and explore how the museum serves as a center for learning, creativity, and community at Penn State and beyond. Perfect for […]
