We had heard that the museum was a good one and stopped on our way to upstate NY from Philadelphia. Great decision. The museum is a true gem: beautiful collection, with emphasis on America twentieth century and a nice Renaissance group: Uccello, Rembrandt, Lorenzo Lotto, Hals and Steen are joined by Robert Henri, Claes Oldenburg, Robert Motherwell, Franz Kline and Louise Nevelson. Make sure not to miss the Frank Lloyd Wright library. The staff was very friendly; several times, we were provided with interesting inside information about pieces we were enjoying. Very nice collection that is well worth visiting if you are in the Lehigh Valley.

Incredible art museum with a well rounded art collection and special exhibits;staff is amazing and attentive; space is welcoming and easy to navigate; the atmosphere is both educational and inspiring; the permanent collection is eye popping and memorable; always a pleasure and surprise when we pop in while passing through Allentown! Free coffee and GREAT art museum store! Pricing is competitive and affordable with emphasis on local artists! Free museum parking at rear. Front door staff are friendly and knowledgeable. A must see -SUPPORT local Museums!!!!!

We took the elevator to the 2nd floor with its eclectic modern collection to include Panamanian Molas and the 1938 "Hiding the Liberty Bell in Allentown" by Gifford Reynolds Beal. After descending to the ground floor’s PA Impressionists, we entered a separate hall for the “Masters” to include the wonderful Kress collection. Here, everyone can see a Canaletto, a Frans Hals, a Rembrandt, a Tintoretto, and my favorite, the 1688 "As the Old Sing..." by Jan Steen.