The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts in Hagerstown has announced their exhibits and activities set for January and beyond.
Exhibitions
Through January 12: “Floating Beauty: Women in the Art of Ukiyo-e” — Japanese woodblock prints by famed artists and decorative items illuminate the lives of women during the Edo period (1603-1868). Organized and drawn from the collection of the Reading (PA) Public Museum; made possible through the generous support of Robert & Marjorie Hobbs.

Through March 9: “E.O. Hoppé: Women”—Vintage platinum prints showcasing one of the most important art and documentary photographers of the modern era with portraits of early 20th century women who were pioneers in their fields. Drawn from the E.O. Hoppé Estate Collection, organized by Curatorial Exhibitions, Pasadena, CA; the Hagerstown presentation possible through the generous support of the John R. Hershey Jr. and Anna L. Hershey Family Foundation, Inc.
January 18 – May 11: “The Sincerest Form: Master Art Copyists”—First-time special project featuring eight National Gallery of Art-authorized copyists, painting on-site selected works on exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts. This project addresses the use of copying throughout art history, and also addresses copies within the museum’s collection. Thursdays through Sundays, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Generously supported by Raymond James, Inc.
The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, located next to Hagerstown’s City Park Lake, was established in 1931 by William H. Singer, Jr. and Anna Brugh Singer and has an extensive, world-class permanent collection of paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures from the 18th century to the present, featuring celebrated and diverse artists.
The Museum offers tours, classes, educational programs and community events and is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Closed Mondays and major holidays.
Admission is free and free parking is available.
For more information and a listing of classes and programs, visit wcmfa.org.