Blog
Diverse perspectives
The Center blog features writing by the museum staff, volunteers, students and guest writers. If you are interested in contributing to our blog, please send a bio and short statement about your topic to burchfld@buffalostate.edu.You can also participate with the Burchfield Penney on Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr.
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CALL FOR DOCENTS! Applications are being accepted for the 2018 Burchfield Penney Docent Class
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Applications are due Friday, October 5.
My Archival Processing Internship Experience
Thursday, August 2, 2018
Since I was very young, I have been visiting the Burchfield Penney Art Center to witness works from various local artists whose styles range with great diversity. I knew immediately that this museum in particular was special to me, and I must attempt to become a part of its team.
Anthropology and Archives: Kristen Veitch's internship experience
Friday, July 27, 2018
My experience at the Burchfield was one of the best I have ever had, both personally and professionally. I sincerely enjoyed working with the wonderful people I was surrounded by.
MET Insights, The Painter's Scrapbook: John Singer Sargent's Copies of Italian Art
Monday, June 4, 2018
John Singer Sargent had a lifelong love affair with Italy.
Tinted Transitioning Color Tones
Monday, May 14, 2018
“Watercolour can become like a new language that you can use to express your creativity across my subjects and styles.” Kateri Ewing
SPRING ART SALE at the Burchfield Penney
Thursday, April 26, 2018
The Burchfield Penney hosts its annual Spring Artists Sale on Friday, May 4 from 12-8pm and Saturday, May 5 from 10am-4 pm. The work of WNY artisans will be featured as well as specials in The Museum Store.
Chynna DeSimone: Interning at the Burchfield Penney Art Center Archives
Wednesday, April 18, 2018
We never seem to learn about Buffalo's own art history and contemporary art scene.
Donate Your Books!
Friday, March 9, 2018
The Burchfield Penney Art Center is once again gathering books for our Annual Book Sale to be held in May. Spring is a great time to go through your books and donate those that you no longer want, making room for new friends on your shelves.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
The Burchfield Penney and SUNY Buffalo State are currently searching for an EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR for the Burchfield Penney.
Remembering Phyllis Lutwack
Monday, February 12, 2018
We learned sadly that our friend Phyllis Lutwack passed away on February 9, 2018. She and her husband Wilton were tremendous supporters of the museum from its earliest years. In 1999, Phyllis received the Esprit de Corps Award for Council/Board Members. She was a member of the Burchfield Penney Art … more
