The Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Theft

What disguise did the thieves use to gain access to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum?

How many works of art were stolen during the heist at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum?

Which artwork was specifically mentioned as stolen by Rembrandt?

What did the Isabella Stewart Gardner's will specify regarding the museum's galleries?

What was the total estimated value of the stolen artworks?

What reward has been offered for information leading to the recovery of the stolen artworks?

Who has been suggested as a potential suspect in 'The Gardner Heist' book?

What remains in the museum today as a result of Isabella Stewart Gardner's wishes?

The Isabelle Stewart Gardner Museum

Located in the Fenway-Kenmare neighbourhood of Boston, USA
Houses a private art collection of paintings, sculptures, tapestries, and decorative art from Europe, Asia, and America.

The Greatest Art Theft In History

Occurred on March 18th, 1990 while Boston was celebrating St. Patrick's Day
Thieves stole 13 priceless works of art, estimated at $500 million.
Two men disguised as Boston police officers entered the museum and immobilized security guards with duct tape.
The thieves looted the galleries for over an hour and stole paintings including Rembrandt's "The Storm on the Sea of Galilee" and Manet's "Chez Tortoni."

The Aftermath

The theft remains the largest single art theft in history.
Despite thousands of leads and a $5 million reward, no one has been arrested and the paintings have not been returned.
The empty frames from the stolen paintings still hang on the walls of the museum.
The story has inspired books, films, and paintings.
Ulrich Boser, in his book "The Gardner Heist," accuses a known Boston gangster of the crime.
The FBI considers the investigation an open case and a top priority.
The museum's director of security also hopes the artworks will be returned, acknowledging that stolen art is rarely recovered.

Explore the infamous art theft at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, which took place on March 18, 1990. Discover the details of the heist, the priceless artworks stolen, and the ongoing mystery behind the crime. This quiz delves into the impact of this historic event on the art world.