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Featured Stories

  • The Speaking Image

    The Speaking Image

    The Speaking Image
  • The Tradition of African American Quilt-Making

    The Tradition of African American Quilt-Making

    The Tradition of African American Quilt-Making
  • Dreams and Visions

    Dreams and Visions

    Dreams and Visions
  • Tree Colony by Richard Herzog

    Tree Colony by Richard Herzog

    Tree Colony by Richard Herzog
  • Buie West Grand Opening

    Buie West Grand Opening

    Buie West Grand Opening
  • Craig Grey Sculpture

    Craig Grey Sculpture

    Craig Grey Sculpture
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  • Rowan Oak

    Rowan Oak

    Rowan Oak
COVID-19 STATUS UPDATE:

Museum Galleries & Exhibitions are Open to University Faculty and Students by Appointment

The University of Mississippi Museum and Historic Houses is committed to the safety of our visitors and staff through these uncertain times. Both sites, Rowan Oak and the museum’s galleries, will remain closed to the general public until further notice. However, the grounds of Rowan Oak and the Bailey Woods Trail are open daily from dawn until dusk. We ask that any visitors practice appropriate social distancing while on the property.

To stay up-to-date with the University’s ongoing response to the coronavirus pandemic, please visit coronavirus.olemiss.edu

War Bond poster, 1918 by J.C. Leyendecker

The Speaking Image

JANUARY 19–AUGUST 14, 2021
The Speaking Image highlights commercial art from the Museum’s permanent collection.

Photo of quilt from "The Tradition of African American Quilt Making"

The Tradition of African American Quilt-Making

Southern African American quilts are one of the purest forms of southern folk art. It is a craft handed down for generations, often done communally, that represents family, region, and the love of its maker/s.

Angel's Request, no. 2

Dreams and Visions

ON VIEW NOW IN THE LOWER SKIPWITH GALLERY
Theora Hamblett is back! Selected works from the permanent collection are on display.

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plan your visitThe museum is now open to University Faculty and Students by appointment!

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A Conversation with; Theora Hamblett link to video with Hamblett's photo

Virtual Open StudioSPRING DATES:

Feb. 4, 11, 18, and 25,
Mar. 4, 11, 18, and 25,
Apr. 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, 2021

Museum Mystery Virtual Family Day
THURS–FRI., MAR. 4–5, 2021

Rockin’ Retro Virtual Family Day
THURS–FRI., APR. 22–23, 2021

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