I first visited this museum 52 years ago. It has grown and is a very interesting museum. I especially like the stained glass. There are two buildings now and the collection is very nice. A must see for art appreciation in Ann Arbor.
今年开会的欢迎晚宴在博物馆举行。不大的地方,但是很有特色。里面很多反映美国拓荒史的油画。还有个屋子放的是二战期间从纳粹手里抢救来的珍藏。一个大学的博物馆如此令人震撼!
Small collection of very interesting art, in a beautiful two-wing building in which all visitors instantly feel like being lifelong members of an exclusive club of art lovers.
The museum has a nice, not remarkable, collection. Positives include a manageable size and free admission (though donation is suggested). It took us about an hour to see the collection, though one could move faster or linger longer.
This art museum, located on the University of Michigan campus, is definitely worth visiting. The main building, with its colonnaded galleries, is quite elegant; and the newer addition impressive. The collections of paintings, sculptures, ceramics, glass are pleasing and instructive to observe. It is also fun to see university students utilizing the collections as part of their classes. We have visited the museum on several occasions when in Ann Arbor. Exhibits change from time to time, so I recommend going back to enjoy the larger range of collections since many objects are kept in storage.
The museum has an excellent collection of Asian art and one of the few university museums with a substantial collection of Korean art. For more, see http://www.umma.umich.edu/collections/asian.htmlThe museum also has interesting temporary exhibitions on topics related to local history as well as cutting-edge contemporary exhibitions.The shop has mostly gifts and unfortunately few books related to the collection.Overall, well worth visiting if you like Asian art and are interested in any of the temporary exhibitions.
Fairly good-sized, well-curated museum with a number of masterpieces. Must-see for museum/art-lovers.
I make a visit to the UMMA at least annually, and I do it with 20+ five year olds in tow. Sometimes parents are surprised when I say it is one of our favorite field trips of the year, and I just tell them they should come along to see for themselves. There is nothing quite like an art museum, and for most kids it is a new adventure. The docents are wonderful at what they do, can answer questions at appropriate levels, and point out just the right details for five year old interest. The children react to the environment in a rather awed way, and love the wide variety of objects to behold. I love going on my own, too, of course, but if you have any primary age kids, whether in your family or your classroom, I highly recommend you go for a visit together, for their sake and for yours.
We could not believe that this was a free museum. Lots of priceless pieces and exhibits. They allow non flash pics in most of the area. Small gift shop, and refreshments for sale. Located around the busy campus area. May have to walk up to a mile to park but worth the wait. Make this part of your campus tour.
Right across from the MIchigan Union, the museum offers visitors the opportunity to relax for a bit and enjoy a nice collection of art. Not the largest venue, but they seem to make the most of the space. Highly recommended!