Tang Teaching Museum, Saratoga Springs

The Frances Young Tang Teaching Museum and Art Gallery, located at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, is a dynamic institution dedicated to fostering interdisciplinary learning through the medium of art. Opened in 2000, the museum was designed by renowned architect Antoine Predock, whose bold, environmentally responsive design reflects the museum’s commitment to innovation and engagement. The building itself, with its dramatic exterior and bright, spacious interior, offers a unique atmosphere that complements its mission of education and exploration.

As a teaching museum, the Tang actively integrates its exhibitions and collections into Skidmore College’s academic programs. The galleries serve as interactive classrooms where students engage directly with works of art, curatorial practices, and museum operations. A testament to this educational mission is the museum’s student-curated exhibitions, which provide firsthand experience in curation, research, and interpretation.

The museum houses an impressive collection of over 5,000 works spanning diverse cultures and periods. Highlights include pieces by artistic luminaries such as Rembrandt van Rijn, Albrecht Dürer, Francisco de Goya, Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Garry Winogrand, Nan Goldin, and Kara Walker. The Tang also maintains significant holdings of African, South Asian, Chinese, and American art, reinforcing its dedication to global artistic perspectives.

The Tang hosts innovative exhibitions that challenge conventional views on art and culture. It engages the community through public programs, artist talks, and collaborations, while its publications and traveling exhibitions extend its impact beyond Saratoga Springs. Recognized by major publications, the Tang remains a key player in museum education and contemporary art discourse.

Named after Francis Tang, a Skidmore College graduate in textile design from the class of 1961, the museum embodies Skidmore College’s commitment to curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity. As a hub for interdisciplinary learning, it offers students, scholars, and visitors a space to explore the human experience through art.