The Buffalo Fine Arts Academy: A Historical Sketch (1899)

The Buffalo Fine Arts Academy: A Historical Sketch is a book written by Willis O. Chapin and was published in 1899. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the Buffalo Fine Arts Academy, which was established in 1862. The academy was founded with the aim of promoting the arts and culture in Buffalo, New York, and the surrounding areas. The book covers the academy's early years, including its founding and the challenges it faced in its early days. It also explores the academy's growth and development over the years, including the establishment of its permanent home, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery. The author delves into the various exhibitions that the academy has hosted over the years, highlighting some of the most significant and memorable ones. The book also discusses the academy's role in the local community, including its efforts to promote art education and appreciation among the youth.Overall, The Buffalo Fine Arts Academy: A Historical Sketch provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the Buffalo Fine Arts Academy, shedding light on its contributions to the cultural landscape of Buffalo and the wider region.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.