Behind the Scenes Blog
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A Civil War evening at the Museum
There was a wonderful turnout for the event hosted by the Kent State University Museum and sponsored by the Kent Historical Society. Guests enjoyed a staged reading of letters written by a young couple living in Kent during the Civil … Continue reading -
Dr. Frankenstein, I presume?
Still on the quest for an articulated mannequin built mostly from off-the-shelf parts. Still having some issues with the ball and socket joints, but making more progress! -
Katharine Hepburn: Rebel Chic
We are thrilled to announce a book celebrating Katharine Hepburn’s unique style published by Rizzoli. Katharine Hepburn: Rebel Chic, will be available this Fall and presents Katharine Hepburn as a style icon. With text by Museum Director Jean Druesedow, and … Continue reading
Recent News
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Largest Cash Gift Ever Made to Kent State University Museum The Kent State University Museum has received a $1.1 million donation – its largest cash gift ever – from local business leader and Kent State alumnus Gerald Schweigert. The donation, in the form of a charitable gift annuity, will be instrumental in the preservation and future support of museum collections and activities.
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"Dancing Pants" An Articulated Mannequin for Katharine Hepburn's Pants Jim William's presentation on creating an articulated mannequin for the Katharine Hepburn exhibition.
