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Oglethorpe University Museum of Art

@OUMuseum

Oglethorpe University Museum of Art is a liberal arts & sciences university museum serving the campus and metro Atlanta communities.

 Atlanta, GA
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The Oglethorpe University Museum of Art's newest exhibition, "French Landscape and the Rise of Modernism," explores the remarkable evolution of the depiction of the French landscape from 1860 to 1960 through the styles of 14 artists. Travel through France beginning May 16.
Image Credit: Maurice de Vlaminck (1876 – 1958), La Route, 1958, Color lithograph, Ed. 40/100, Gift of Drs. Yolanta and Isaac Melamed, Collection of Oglethorpe University Museum of Art

ALT Image Credit: Maurice de Vlaminck (1876 – 1958), La Route, 1958, Color lithograph, Ed. 40/100, Gift of Drs. Yolanta and Isaac Melamed, Collection of Oglethorpe University Museum of Art

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OUMA's current exhibition, "Fragile Genius," is on view for only two more days, closing on May 4. Don't miss your chance to see Beauford Delaney and Catherine Wiley's beautiful work in person and learn about their lives and struggles. Plan your visit here: museum.oglethorpe.edu/
Oglethorpe University Museum of Art

Oglethorpe University Museum of Art

A RARE JEWEL IN ATLANTA OUMA is the only small liberal arts university museum in the Southeast that regularly shows nationally and internationally recognized exhibitions. HOURS Museum Hours CLOSED...

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Super Museum Sunday is this Sunday, Feb. 9! OUMA will join institutions statewide to celebrate the annual Georgia History Festival. Visitors are invited to participate in FREE guided tours of the museum's current exhibitions. Plan your visit today: museum.oglethorpe.edu/plan-y…
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“Fragile Genius: Catherine Wiley and Beauford Delaney" is a one-of-a-kind exhibit that celebrates both artists' bold and courageous artwork. Mark your calendar to attend the FREE preview reception for this exhibition on Jan. 29 from 6 - 9 p.m. at OUMA. oglethor.pe/4h5nZsN
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Don't worry if you missed the exquisite exhibition "OUMA Collects: Focus on Asia." Look forward to viewing the rare Asian pieces in this collection when the museum re-opens this Friday, Jan. 17. Plan your visit today: museum.oglethorpe.edu
Hirado porcelain bottle-form Vase with a blue bird and floral patten with text that reads "OUMA Collects: Focus on Asia extended to Jan 17-Mar 9."

ALT Hirado porcelain bottle-form Vase with a blue bird and floral patten with text that reads "OUMA Collects: Focus on Asia extended to Jan 17-Mar 9."

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OUMA's engaging virtual tour features the interactive and disability-focused exhibitions "Feel the Music" and "The Gaze", along with "OUMA Collects 2024: Focus on Asia." Click through the different galleries and explore these unique collections here: oglethor.pe/OUMA360
Virtual Tour

Virtual Tour

 Discover the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art in this 360-degree virtual experience! The

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Don't miss OUMA's Community Day for "Feel the Music: Deaf Creatives in OUMA" on Nov. 23! Experience live music, enjoy a dance performance, & explore the exhibition with ASL/BSL interpreters. We'll see you Nov. 23, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art!
Girl wearing headphones while interacting with the "Feel the Music" exhibition.

ALT Girl wearing headphones while interacting with the "Feel the Music" exhibition.

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The museum is now welcoming visitors to explore the immersive exhibition, "Feel the Music: Deaf Creatives in OUMA". The opening celebration featured live performances, a vibrant silent disco, and captivating artwork, creating a unique sensory experience. oglethor.pe/4e4x97t
Deaf artist performs in front of a crowd with her hands raised as several attendees record her.

ALT Deaf artist performs in front of a crowd with her hands raised as several attendees record her.

Two attendees smile while having conversation and wearing headphones to participate in the silent disco. In the background, one attendees stands alone viewing an art piece while also wearing headphones.

ALT Two attendees smile while having conversation and wearing headphones to participate in the silent disco. In the background, one attendees stands alone viewing an art piece while also wearing headphones.

DJ mixing in the museum for the silent disco with a bright red art piece of roses behind him.

ALT DJ mixing in the museum for the silent disco with a bright red art piece of roses behind him.

A group photo of the artists of "Feel the Music" with museum director Elizabeth Peterson Jennings.

ALT A group photo of the artists of "Feel the Music" with museum director Elizabeth Peterson Jennings.

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OUMA's year-long celebration of accessibility and disability pride continues with the immersive exhibition "Feel the Music: Deaf Creatives in OUMA." The public is invited to a series of events featuring local artists that inspire creativity and community. oglethor.pe/4ghenv8
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This fall, OUMA will showcase rare pieces from its permanent collection of objects from the Asian continent. Now through Dec. 1, visitors can explore the rich history of Asian art at OUMA. oglethor.pe/3zjGtW2
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OUMA's first visual artist-in-residence, Shanequa Gay, continues to make waves, blending Black culture with fantasy and pop culture in captivating ways. Her recent collaboration with @BitterSouth is just another milestone in her artistic journey. oglethor.pe/3AWFE5K
‘Mama’ of the Movement — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER

‘Mama’ of the Movement — THE BITTER SOUTHERNER

Carolyn Daniels stood up to a racist sheriff and bomb-hurling night riders to help Black voters in South Georgia get the rights denied them. What would she say today about laws limiting voter access?...

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Thanks to a generous gift from the Judith Alexander Foundation, the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art (OUMA) has recently acquired "Baby Girl," a captivating work by renowned Georgia artist Nellie Mae Rowe. oglethor.pe/3yck7W5
New acquisition by artist Nellie Mae Rowe on display at OUMA

New acquisition by artist Nellie Mae Rowe on display at OUMA

The piece, titled “Baby Girl,” can be seen in a current exhibit at the museum, "OUMA Collects 2024: Highlights from the Collection."

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Opening a year-long celebration of Deaf and disabled artists at OUMA, 'The Gaze,' offers a variety of unique perspectives on disability, illustrating themes of ableism, advocacy, and inclusion. oglethor.pe/3xOwTcU
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In honor of #PrideMonth, OUMA is spotlighting French artist Marie Laurencin (1883-1956), whose piece "The Amazons" is on display now in the Skylight Gallery. While Laurencin never labeled her sexuality, much of her work deals with themes of femininity and lesbian identity.
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Oglethorpe's museum studies minor leverages Atlanta's rich art scene and the @OUMuseum by offering hands-on experiences and invaluable insights into museum work. Students receive the professional skills to turn their passion into a career. oglethor.pe/4emos9e
Oglethorpe introduces new minor in museum studies

Oglethorpe introduces new minor in museum studies

The Museum Studies minor takes advantage of Oglethorpe’s location in Atlanta, one of the most dynamic cities in the southern United States.

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From the hearts of OU students to the walls of OUMA and now to Oglethorpe's annual Liberal Arts and Sciences Symposium, the multimedia art in "The Core Self" exhibition celebrates Oglethorpe students' unique and myriad identities. 1/3
Jenni Velasquez staring at a painting she made of her in a quinceañera dress

ALT Jenni Velasquez staring at a painting she made of her in a quinceañera dress

Jenni speaking on an artist panel with Amina Sahovic and Cynthia Tinschmidt Leal

ALT Jenni speaking on an artist panel with Amina Sahovic and Cynthia Tinschmidt Leal

Cynthia speaking while Amina and Jenni listen

ALT Cynthia speaking while Amina and Jenni listen

Student artists pose with their award certificates

ALT Student artists pose with their award certificates

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"The Core Self" is a brand new exhibition that brings art and academics together by highlighting students' expressive works that engage with one or more themes of OU's Core curriculum. 2/3
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In today's panel, student creatives Amina Sahovic, Jenni Velasquez, and Cynthia Tinschmidt Leal discussed the meaning behind their artistic projects. They were also awarded for their work, along with Marshall Davis-Hancock and Jennah Waters. 3/3
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The arts are alive and well at Oglethorpe University! Explore OUMA's new exhibition "Contrapunto: Works by a Contemporary Latin American Artist Collective" and enjoy the dazzling Actor's Express co-production of "Everybody's Talking About Jamie." 📸 Casey Gardner Ford
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Learn more about the exhibition: oglethor.pe/3tT4TDa Learn more about "Everybody's Talking About Jamie": oglethor.pe/jamie
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