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Samurai Armor 101

May 7 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

$35.00 – $40.00

This class offers a glimpse into the life and culture of the elite Japanese warriors known as samurai. Students will have the opportunity to learn the history of the samurai through a closer look at select armor, weapons, and accoutrements, used for both battle and ceremonies, from Samurai Armor
from the Collection of Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller, a special exhibition on view at VMFA from Apr 20 through Aug 4, 2024. The first hour will be a lecture in Reynolds Lecture Hall, and the class will conclude with a walkthrough of the special exhibition.

Details

Date:
May 7
Time:
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Cost:
$35.00 – $40.00
Event Category:
Website:
https://vmfa.museum/programs/adults/art-history-classes/

Organizer

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Phone
(804) 340-1400
Email
info@vmfa.museum

Venue

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
200 North Arthur Ashe Boulevard
Richmond, 23220 United States
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