The Allen presents changing exhibitions along with engaging guest speakers and public programs.
Learn MoreThe Allen's collection is particularly strong in 17th century Dutch and Flemish painting, Japanese prints, early modern art, African art, and more.
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Faculty members Christina Neilson (art history) and Maureen Peters (biology) confer in the Ripin Gallery. Photo by Yevhen Gulenko Faculty members collaborate with museum curators to develop innovative ways of exploring course content through direct engagement with works of art.
In collaboration with museum curators, faculty members use the museum's galleries, print study room, and collection of more than 15,000 objects to explore course content and themes in thought-provoking ways. The Office of Academic Programs creates opportunities for the faculty to develop their approaches to teaching in the museum through one-on-one brainstorming meetings, workshops, and curriculum development grants. Faculty members are given access to the collection for their own research and work with curators to develop exhibition projects.
Schedule an Oberlin Class Visit
We offer four formats for teaching a class in the museum: self-guided visits, co-facilitated visits, print study room sessions, and exhibition tours.
Researching the Collection
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Faculty Research
Use the art collection as a resource, apply for a curriculum development grant, or organize an exhibition of your own.
For Faculty of Other Colleges
We welcome classes from colleges and universities other than Oberlin. Contact us about resources, or to plan a class visit.
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