Education
Our Mission
The Museums at W&L advance learning through direct engagement with the collections and facilitate an interdisciplinary appreciation of art, history, and culture.
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The Museums at W&L holds exhibitions, permanent galleries, lectures, classes, and events throughout the year. These events, along with the collections, provide ample opportunities to integrate museum learning into academic life.
University Students
Washington and Lee students who are interested in learning about and engaging with the museums have several opportunities to work with us, participate in events, and stay connected.
University Faculty
Washington and Lee faculty use museum collections to enhance class curricula. Museum staff can arrange handling sessions, lectures, or a tour for classes.
K12 and Community
Looking to expand classroom learning or wish to engage your children in art and history? The Museums at W&L offers tours, community programs and events, professional development, and digital resources.
Arts
Meditation Garden Series Offers Space for Reflection
The Museums at W&L will lead guided meditations on Saturdays from Oct. 12 through Nov. 2 in the Watson Galleries, in conjunction with Emma Steinkraus’ “Impossible Garden/Dusk & Dawn” exhibit.
The Museums at W&L Present Emma Steinkraus’ ‘Impossible Garden: Dusk & Dawn’
The exhibition, on view starting Oct. 2, celebrates women artists in overlooked genres.
Indigenous Artist Sandra Laronde to Deliver Lenfest Center Series Keynote Address at W&L
An authentic Indigenous dinner will accompany Laronde’s talk on Oct. 7 and is part of the Lenfest Center’s Outreach & Engagement Series.
The Lenfest Center Presents ‘Native American Peoples and Lands: Historic Connections to W&L’
The public talk will take place in Kamen Gallery on Sept. 27 and is part of the Lenfest Center’s Outreach & Engagement Series.
Masako Konishi to Deliver Lecture as Part of the Class of 1963 Scholars in Residence Program
Konishi, Chief Merchandising Officer at Forever 21, will deliver her talk on Sept. 25.
The Terra Foundation for American Art Awards Museums at W&L a $50,000 Grant
The funds will support ‘Stephanie Shih: LONG TIME NO SEE (好久不見),’ an exhibition born out of the 2023 inaugural Artist-in-Residence program.
Museums at W&L: Fall 2024 Programs and Exhibitions
This academic year’s lineup of exhibits and events will highlight the university’s Reeves Museum of Ceramics and the Watson Galleries.
Isra El-beshir Named to the Board of Directors for the Association of Academic Museums and Galleries
El-beshir will serve a three-year term as an at-large member.
The Museums at W&L Present ‘Stephanie Shih: LONG TIME NO SEE (好久不見)’
The solo exhibition, on view starting Aug. 28, mines the Reeves Collection of Chinese Export to explore diaspora and identity through ceramics.
The Museums at W&L Celebrate International Slow Art Day
W&L will celebrate the global event on April 13 in the McCarthy Gallery.
Rachel Du of Bonhams Auction House to Deliver Lecture on the Chinese Art Market
The art specialist’s talk will be held on March 25 at 5:30 p.m.
Museums at W&L: Winter 2024 Programs and Exhibitions
The Museums at W&L invite the public to explore its exhibitions and collections with select programming through May.