OXFORD, Miss. – One of the country’s most respected conservators of Greek and Roman sculpture is visiting the University of Mississippi Museum this week to review its collection and share her expertise. Amy Jones Abbe of Athens, Georgia, will be on campus through Friday (Jan. 30-Feb. 2) to work on ancient marble sculptures from theRead the story …
Conservator Visiting UM Museum to Examine Marble Sculpture Collection
Amy Jones Abbe to assess selected pieces and advise staff on their preservation
January 29, 2018 by
UM Museum, Ford Center Host Weekend of Holiday Festivities
Music, activities and a winter wonderland on tap to help families get into the spirit
November 28, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts and the University of Mississippi Museum have a weekend of fun-filled holiday activities scheduled for the whole family. The Ford Center invites families to an evening celebrating the holiday season Friday, (Dec. 1) with “Amahl and the Night Visitors” and “Handel’s Messiah.” GianRead the story …
UM Museum Unveils 2017 Keepsake Ornament
This year's design features popular 19th century scientific instrument
November 16, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum has unveiled its 17th annual keepsake ornament, a design featuring the Barlow’s Planetarium, part of the collection of antique scientific instruments on display at the museum. The planetarium, also known as an orrery, has a storied history with Ole Miss. Designer Thomas H. Barlow of Lexington, Kentucky, whoRead the story …
Artist Randy Hayes to Discuss ‘Unwritten Memoir’ at UM Museum
Holly Springs native plans to explain how travels inspired his work
November 14, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Holly Springs native and artist Randy Hayes will discuss his “Unwritten Memoir” exhibit, on display at the University of Mississippi Museum, on Thursday evening (Nov. 16). The lecture, set for 7 p.m., is free and open to the public. Hayes plans to talk about the inspiration behind his work and answer questionsRead the story …
Museum Aims to Get Visitors Moving on Bailey’s Woods Trail
Family Activity Day to feature fresh air and fun on the way to Rowan Oak
October 31, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum will host a “Let’s Move on the Trail” Family Activity Day on Saturday (Nov. 4). Oxford residents, Ole Miss students, families and visitors are invited to drop by the museum between 10 a.m. and noon to begin a day of fresh air, exercise and art activities alongRead the story …
UM Museum Hosts Textile Exhibit by Mary Zicafoose
Collection of contemporary tapestries aspires to lift the 'vibrational frequency for mankind'
October 26, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum’s newest exhibit “Fault Lines,” a unique tapestry exhibit by artist Mary Zicafoose, ties an ancient art form with modern concerns in a vibrant, captivating array. Curated from three of Zicafoose’s collections – “Fault Lines,” “Mountain for the Buddha” and the “Blueprint Series” – the exhibit is onRead the story …
Harvest Supper Raises More than $120,000 to Support Museum
Proceeds will help fund exhibits and programming
October 25, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum’s sixth annual Harvest Supper raised more than $120,000 earlier this month for museum exhibits and programming. The catered event, on the grounds of William Faulkner’s Rowan Oak, attracted some 550 guests, all of whom bought tickets in support of the museum. “This event provides money to the museumRead the story …
Science Day Returns to UM Field Station
Researchers to host LOU community on Saturday, Oct. 7
October 6, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – Researchers from a variety of disciplines will share insights about their work and the environment of northeast Mississippi this weekend during Science Day at the University of Mississippi Field Station. The event, set for from 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 7), is designed for visitors ages 5 and up. A $5Read the story …
University Museum Receives $5,000 LOFT Grant for Education
Funds will help create mobile gallery and new educational spaces
September 29, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The Lafayette Oxford Foundation for Tomorrow has awarded $5,000 to the University of Mississippi Museum’s education department. The grant was awarded as part of LOFT’s annual night of giving more than $27,000 to local community nonprofit organizations. The museum was selected from six competitive education category applicants. The grant will be usedRead the story …
Museum’s Latest Exhibit Explores Culture with ‘Unwritten Memoir’
Holly Spring native Randy Hayes uses his work to reflect memories of travels
August 21, 2017 by
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Museum debuts “Unwritten Memoir,” an exhibit by Holly Springs artist Randy Hayes, on Tuesday (Aug. 22). “Unwritten Memoir” reflects visual memories of Hayes’ time spent in Turkey, Japan and the American South from 2004 to the present. These memories present three different cultures through photographs, objects and paintings.Read the story …