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Merrick Art Gallery, New Brighton, PA

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Merrick Art Gallery

Free art gallery in New Brighton, Pennsylvania, showing a permanent collection, special exhibits, and classes.

1100 Fifth Avenue, New Brighton, PA 15066 · New Brighton, PA

About Merrick Art Gallery

Founded in 1880 by industrialist Edward Dempster Merrick, this early private art museum occupies historic railroad station buildings in New Brighton. Visitors can view its permanent collection and rotating exhibitions, and the gallery also offers classes, workshops, tours, and event rentals. The site is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

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