Exhibitions
Treasures of the Madison Art Collection (8/29 - 10/27/23)
As an encyclopedic collection, the Madison Art Collection houses artwork from around the world and across time. This fall, MAC opens the storeroom to showcase recently researched works of art. From artifacts of Ancient Egypt to historic clothing, from Japanese prints to Roman imperial coins, visitors will delve into history and discover new and exciting art forms. This exhibition will also feature items from the JMU Historic Clothing and Costume Collection, many of which will be on display for the first time.
Hanbok Saenghwal: Korean Fashion Then and Now (11/7/23 - 3/8/24)
The art of hanbok (Korean traditional dress) is one that spans hundreds of years. Its history is marked by innumerable changes due to transformations in fashion, society, and the nation itself. Yet, the art of hanbok persists, and today has seen a dramatic revival thanks to the impact of Korean pop culture. Hanbok saenghwal – the practice of making, wearing and enjoying hanbok – is designated as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage due to the mastery of tailoring, weaving, and decorative techniques required of artisans. This exhibition invites visitors to enjoy different types of hanbok created by Profs. Suntae Hwang and JungOk Um and to consider the connection between fashion and identity.
Hours
The Lisanby Museum is open T-F, 12:00 - 4:00 pm.
For questions about access to the Madison Art Collection, please contact Director Ginny Soenksen at soenksvm@jmu.edu.
Past Exhibitions
Parking
Free parking is available for visitors to the Madison Art Collection and Lisanby Museum in the pay-by-space parking spaces in D3 Lot, across from the Festival Conference and Student Center. Call us at 540-568-2661 during business hours prior to your visit for a code to enter at the pay station for free parking. A JMU permit is required for parking outside of the pay-by-space area and vehicles without permits are subject to citation.
If you cannot a person at the number above, please visit the Parking and Transit Services office during normal business hours (7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday) for a free visitor permit. A visitor permit will allow you to use any available spaces in D3 Lot across from Festival.
Visitors are not required to display permits after 3:00 PM on Friday and may park in the Commuter and Resident lots. Email your questions to parkingservices@jmu.edu or call 540.568.3300.
