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Mini Masters

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SPRING 2012: 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. $30 (semester fee) per child for members at the family level and above $40 (semester fee) per child for non-members 1. February 8: Create a Greek vase using crayon and tempera paint. 2. February 22 Create a folk art sculpture out of clay. 3. March 7: Learn about Georgia O’Keeffe … Read more

Introducing Two New Winter Yoga Workshops

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Introducing Two New Winter Yoga Workshops: Body, Breath, and Words: A Workshop in Creative Writing and Yoga Saturday, December 10 1 P.M. — 4 P.m. $40 for the general public $30 for museum members $20 for students with I.D. In the beautiful setting of the University Museum, explore the deep connections between body, breath, and words with … Read more

The UM Museum's Annual Holiday Collectible is Now Available!

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The University of Mississippi Museum’s Annual Holiday Collectible is Now Available! Featuring the painting “Christmas Trees” by Oxford’s beloved visionary artist, Theora Hamblett, the gold-plated, commemorative keepsake is available for $20 plus tax. Collectibles from previous years –featuring the Barnard Observatory, Old Skipwith House, Brandt Memory House, the Lyceum, Ventress Hall, Lafayette County Courthouse, Oxford … Read more

Brown Bag Lecture: Ole Miss Art Graduate Students

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  BROWN BAG LECTURE: OLE MISS ART GRADUATE STUDENTS Come listen to the Ole Miss Art Graduate students talk about their artwork that will be on display around Oxford this fall. PB&J (or honey) will be provided.       Show #1:  Rebecca Flake, Martin Arnold, Hosik Kim, Michael Satterfield Location: Frame Up Dates: October … Read more

Blue Laurel Yoga

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                Every day, more Americans are discovering the benefits of yoga for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Experience the joys of yoga this fall, when Oxford’s vibrant new Blue Laurel Yoga opens in the beautiful University Museum. Betsy Banner, Ann Fisher-Wirth, and Jennie Lee, Blue Laurel’s co-owners and … Read more

African Art from the Richard K. Meyer Collection

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October 18, 2011 – March 10, 2012 Opening Reception: October 25, 2011 The museum continues its presentation of works from the permanent collection with this selection of African Art from the Richard K. Meyer Collection.  Richard K. Meyer was a passionate collector from Peoria, Illinois, who donated approximately 100 pieces of African art to the … Read more

A new sculpture has been installed on the sculpture pad on the north side of the University of Mississippi Museum.

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“At Rest” is a welded steel sculpture depicting a human form sitting on top of a massive cube. The piece is by sculptor Jason Kimes, and will remain installed through June 2012 as part of the museum’s outdoor sculpture program curated by Durant Thompson, Associate Professor of Art and director of the graduate program in … Read more

Abstract Geometric Paintings Family Activity Day!

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SATURDAY, MAY 21, 2011 9:00 A.M.–11:00 A.M. AGES: 5 – 12 Cost: $5 to Museum Members at the Family level and above (snack included) $10 per participant for non-members Come and enjoy the new art exhibition at the University of Mississippi Museum, Valerie Jaudon: White, and create your own abstract geometric painting. Drop off your children and … Read more