University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum is scheduled to re-open next week with a few changes to the visit guidelines. Due to COVID-19, visitors are being asked to schedule their visit to allow for proper social distancing and sanitization. “We are so excited to welcome visitors back to the Mazza Museum on a by appointment only...
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Annual Enchanted Brush Virtually Showcases “Creatures Most Curious”
The Enchanted Brush annual summer exhibition featuring works by gifted artists from around the world, will take place July 10 through Aug. 7 virtually in the University of Findlay’s Dudley and Mary Marks Lea Gallery website. Out of an abundance of caution due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), the decision has been made to hold...
Illustrator E.B. Lewis Discusses the Importance of Juneteenth
In celebration of Juneteenth, Ben Sapp, director of University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum, interviewed award winning illustrator and fine artist, E.B. Lewis, to discuss the importance of Juneteenth with his book, “All Different Now: Juneteenth, the First Day of Freedom.” Watch the full recording on our website here. Through the eyes of one little girl,...
2020 Young Artist Workshop “Flipped” to Virtual
The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum Young Artist Workshop will be held virtually July 20-24 via Zoom and Google Classroom. This event helps children learn about the fascinating world of picture book art in a fun, exciting way with instruction from children’s book illustrators, Mazza staff, and local area teachers. Heather Sensel, education coordinator at...
University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum Sets Plan to Reopen
The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum will reopen by appointment only on Wednesday, August 12th, 2020. In order to protect the health and safety of the campus and our visitors, the University has developed and implemented safety measures that align with the Ohio Department of Health’s orders. The Mazza Museum asks for your patience as...
University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum Summer Conference Goes Virtual
University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum will be holding their 2020 annual Summer Conference July 13-15. As a commitment to the continued health and safety of patrons and staff, the Museum has decided to offer this year’s event virtually through Zoom. While being held as never before, this year’s virtual Mazza Museum Summer Conference is a...
Breaking Ground – STEAM Education Center Construction Set to Begin
The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum is widely known as the world’s largest collection of original artworks by children’s book illustrators. On Wednesday, May 20, the Mazza Museum will break ground on the Joseph and Judith Conda STEAM Education Center with a socially distant Groundbreaking Ceremony. With the primary goal of promoting literacy and enriching...
Mazza Artist Mondays Goes LIVE
The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum is hosting a special virtual Q&A series with award winning authors and illustrators every Monday beginning April 20. Viewers will have the opportunity to watch interviews with Mazza Museum Director, Ben Sapp, Mazza staff members, and a very special artist. After the interview, be sure to ask questions and...
University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum to Host Virtual Storytime
The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum will be taking kids on a virtual adventure every Tuesday and Thursday at 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. with Mazza Museum’s Virtual Storytime videos! Our morning story will be fun and upbeat and our evening story will help you wind down for the night. As part of the University...
Mazza Museum Temporarily Closed as Proactive Measure Against COVID-19
Update as of April 7, 2020: University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum will be temporarily closed until further notice. The University of Findlay is committed to the health and safety of our students, faculty, staff, volunteers and guests. We are adhering to guidelines from state officials regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19). The University of Findlay’s Mazza Museum...