Philadelphia hosts museum shows

PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia is hosting a series of major museum shows this year, showcasing works ranging from the Impressionist art of Paul Cezanne to the drawings of beloved children's author Maurice Sendak.

"Galileo, The Medici and The Age of Astronomy" will be held at The Franklin Institute Science Museum, April 4-Sept. 7, and "Cezanne and Beyond" is at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Feb. 26-May 17. Philadelphia will be the sole venue for both shows.

Philadelphia is also offering an overnight hotel package. The two-night offer is available any night of the week at more than 30 hotels throughout the region. The package includes free hotel parking (up to a $75 value), a new Philadelphia Privileges coupon book and a teddy bear. The package is bookable online at http://www.gophila.com/love.