FIELD TRIPS
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art’s mission is to promote and preserve the unique legacy of Biloxi potter George E. Ohr and the diverse cultural heritage of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Museum’s mission is served through compelling exhibitions and educational experiences viewed from a fresh perspective relevant to our community, the region, and the nation with a strong focus on ceramic arts.
supports classroom learning in:
Arts, History
topics covered:
Ceramic Arts, Frank Gehry, George Ohr, Mississippi Gulf Coast
contact info
Phone: 228-374-5547 Ext 1202
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art celebrates the innovative, independent and creative spirit of our namesake Mississippi master potter George Ohr and architect Frank Gehry.
contact info
Hrs: See website
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
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Art Museum Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
– Vincent Van Gogh created over 2,000 works during his lifetime. However, he was only ever able to sell one of his paintings while he was alive.
– Leonardo Da Vinci was left-handed. He took notes from right-to-left instead of the English language standard left-to-right.
– Pablo Picasso was arrested and questioned regarding the theft of Mona Lisa in 1911. He was released without being charged.
– In late 1961, Henri Matisse’s painting “Le Bateau” was hung upside down at the Museum of Modern Art in New York for 46 days before anyone noticed.
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FIELD TRIPS
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art’s mission is to promote and preserve the unique legacy of Biloxi potter George E. Ohr and the diverse cultural heritage of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Museum’s mission is served through compelling exhibitions and educational experiences viewed from a fresh perspective relevant to our community, the region, and the nation with a strong focus on ceramic arts.
topics covered:
Ceramic Arts, Frank Gehry, George Ohr, Mississippi Gulf Coast
contact info
Phone: 228-374-5547
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art celebrates the innovative, independent and creative spirit of our namesake Mississippi master potter George Ohr and architect Frank Gehry.
contact info
Hrs: Varies
FIELD TRIPS
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art’s mission is to promote and preserve the unique legacy of Biloxi potter George E. Ohr and the diverse cultural heritage of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Museum’s mission is served through compelling exhibitions and educational experiences viewed from a fresh perspective relevant to our community, the region, and the nation with a strong focus on ceramic arts.
supports classroom learning in:
Arts, History
topics covered:
Ceramic Arts, Frank Gehry, George Ohr, Mississippi Gulf Coast
contact info
Phone: 228-374-5547 Ext 1202
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art celebrates the innovative, independent and creative spirit of our namesake Mississippi master potter George Ohr and architect Frank Gehry.
contact info
Hrs: See website
HELPFUL LESSON PLAN(S)
Prepared by FieldTripDirectory.com
Art Museum Lesson Plan
FUN FACTS
– Vincent Van Gogh created over 2,000 works during his lifetime. However, he was only ever able to sell one of his paintings while he was alive.
– Leonardo Da Vinci was left-handed. He took notes from right-to-left instead of the English language standard left-to-right.
– Pablo Picasso was arrested and questioned regarding the theft of Mona Lisa in 1911. He was released without being charged.
– In late 1961, Henri Matisse’s painting “Le Bateau” was hung upside down at the Museum of Modern Art in New York for 46 days before anyone noticed.
View Lesson Plan>>
FAMILY OUTINGS
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art’s mission is to promote and preserve the unique legacy of Biloxi potter George E. Ohr and the diverse cultural heritage of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Museum’s mission is served through compelling exhibitions and educational experiences viewed from a fresh perspective relevant to our community, the region, and the nation with a strong focus on ceramic arts.
topics covered:
Ceramic Arts, Frank Gehry, , George Ohr, Mississippi Gulf Coast
contact info
Phone: 228-374-5547 Ext 1202
Email: [email protected]
INFO
ABOUT
Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art celebrates the innovative, independent and creative spirit of our namesake Mississippi master potter George Ohr and architect Frank Gehry.
contact info
Hrs: See website