The Wadsworth Atheneum is an art museum located in Hartford, Connecticut. Founded in 1842, it is the oldest public art museum in the United States. The museum features a diverse collection, including American and European paintings, decorative arts, and contemporary works. The building itself is an architectural landmark, designed in the Gothic Revival style. It houses over 50,000 works of art, including pieces by renowned artists such as John Trumbull and Georgia O'Keeffe. The Wadsworth Atheneum also hosts various exhibitions and educational programs for visitors of all ages.