Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
The Vision of Albin Polasek
Polasek’s sculptures reflect his desire to capture the beauty of movement, which he believed was essential for a living work. (Photo by Kevin Sibitt) Learn More
Eclectic Range of Artistic Works
Polasek was skilled in a variety of mediums, including stone, bronze, plaster, wood and painting. (Photo by Kevin Sibitt) Learn More
Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens, a Histortic Artists' Home and Studio
Explore the residence, galleries, chapel and garden of internationally renowned 20th century sculptor Albin Polasek. Learn More
A Tour for All Ages
The Polasek museum offers group tours for all ages from Kindergarten through College. Learn More
This former Mediterranean-style home and studio of internationally known sculptor, Albin Polasek (1879-1965), features his life-like busts and grand sculptures in several rooms as well as the broad gardens that slope down to Lake Osceola.
Regional Events
Fall Teas,
11/05/09
Leesburg ,
Virginia
Traditional Afternoon Tea
In Praise of Fine Craftsmanship: A Weekend of Traditional Shenandoah Valley Arts and Antiques,
11/07/09
Middletown,
Virginia
A leading center in the production of pottery in the early 19th century, Strasburg, or “Pot Town” was known for its unsurpassed utilitarian and decorative ware produced by the Bell, Keister, Miller, Sonner and other makers.
Antiques Appraisal Fair and Traditional Crafts Days,
11/07/09
Middletown,
Virginia
Have you ever wondered about the value of your heirloom jewelry? Or what about those rare books your great grandparents collected? Bring them and more to Belle Grove’s annual Antiques Appraisal Fair!
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Aiken, SC, Aiken, South Carolina, Dozen Distinctive Destinations
Alligator Rosenwald School, Chapel Hill, North Carolina,
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Apalachicola, FL, Apalachicola, Florida, Dozen Distinctive Destinations
Arts & Industries Building of Smithsonian Institution, Washington, District of Columbia, 11 Most Endangered
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Athens, GA, , Georgia, Dozen Distinctive Destinations
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Belle Grove, Middletown, Virginia, National Trust Historic Sites
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Blair Mountain Battlefield, Logan County, West Virginia, 11 Most Endangered
Bowling Green, KY, Bowling Green, Kentucky, Dozen Distinctive Destinations
Brandy Station Battlefield, Brandy Station, Virginia, 11 Most Endangered
Bridge of Lions, St. Augustine, Florida, 11 Most Endangered
Buckingham Training School, Dillwyn, Virginia,
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