Around Town May 24

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on May 23, 2012

• Visitors to the Brandywine River Museum may start to purchase tickets on June 1 for the opening of The Andrew Wyeth Studio tours. Public tours of the studio begin July 3 and run through Nov. 18. It was in the Chadds Ford studio that Wyeth, one of the most beloved and significant artists in American history, painted many of his most important works of art. On guided tours of the studio, visitors will gain insights into Wyeth's life, his working methods and sources of inspiration in the private space where he created many of his masterworks. Tickets are $8 in addition to museum admission. For complete details, please visit www.brandywinemuseum.org or call 610-388-2700.

• The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation will, next week, repair worn concrete on state highways in Chester County, an operation that will result in short-term lane restrictions. The work schedule is:
· From Wednesday, May 30 through Friday, June 1, eastbound and westbound Route 3 (Market Street/Gay Street) will be reduced to one lane from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. between Matlack Street and Worthington Street in West Chester Borough.
· On Saturday, June 2, the same stretch will be reduced to one lane from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling through the construction areas.

• The Delaware Museum of Natural History announced the launch of Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and more than 1,500 museums across America, to offer free admission to all active duty military personnel and their families from Memorial Day through Labor Day 2012. Leadership support has been provided by MetLife Foundation through Blue Star Families.
"The Blue Star Museums program is something we've participated in for the last several years and couldn't be more proud to be a part of," said Executive Director Halsey Spruance. "Providing our military personnel and their families an opportunity to explore the Museum at no cost is our way of saying 'thank you' for their service to our country."

• Longwood Gardens kicks off its summer Fireworks & Fountains shows on Saturday, May 26. The half-hour show, Swan Lake, combines Longwood’s famed illuminated fountains, fireworks, and music from the beloved ballet synchronized to dazzling effect. Admission is by advance-sale ticket only, although tickets can be purchased the day of the display if still available. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, which provide the best viewing experience. Blankets are not permitted. Tickets prices are $38 for adults, $22 for children 15 and younger. Garden Pass members pay $31 for adults and $18 for children. For information and ticket orders, visit www.longwoodgardens.org or call 610-388-5200.