The O’s Latest Acquisitions Modern Life in the American South
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art is excited to announce its newest acquisitions, which include over a dozen photos from New Southern Photography artist Kael Alford’s Bottom of Da Boot series along with two exceptional pieces from David Armentor, a Louisiana Contemporary 2017 accepted artist. David Armentor, Trucks, 2004, Gift of the Artist Throughout his catalog,… Read More
Celebrating the life of American Painter, Noel Rockmore Born on this day in 1928
American painter Noel Rockmore (Noel Montgomery Davis) was born on this day in New York City in 1928. By 1939, painting and art had become Rockmore’s passion. By 16, he was copying Rembrandt at the Metropolitan Museum. And by 18, he was studying at the Art Students League of New York. A… Read More
Artist and Sense of Place: What are Native Bees, Y’all? (psst: not honey bees!) Bonella A. St. Ville Elementary Students and Artist Shawn Hall Explain
At the heart of the Ogden Museum of Southern Art’s mission is educating the public in the visual arts and culture of the American South. Since its inception in 2001, the education department has organized artist-in-residence programs that pair artists with local schools. Working with elementary school children in the medium of the artist’s choice, the artist… Read More
Ogden After Hours O-riginal Art Activities Representing Native Bees Inspired by Shawn Hall
The O-riginal Art Activity at Ogden After Hours takes a detailed look into the lives of bees. Learn the difference between a honey bee and a native bee by exploring the exhibition What are Native Bees, Y’all? Draw a native bee with all of its physical attributes. Born in Ann Arbor, MI, Shawn Hall has… Read More
Star Books with Yuka Petz Handmade for the Holidays!
Craft Happy Hour was led by Yuka Petz on December 4, 2018 at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. She taught us how to make star books for the holidays! If you missed it, not to worry! In this how-to video, Yuka takes us through the process step by step. This deceptively simple star book… Read More
Art of Giving 2018 #shopthesouth at the O's annual holiday shopping event!
Come to the O to do your holiday shopping at the annual Art of Giving holiday shopping event presented by the Museum’s Center for Southern Craft and Design! The event will take place this Saturday, Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and will feature 35 of your favorite local makers such as Bare… Read More