Haiga: The Art of Haiku
October 7 - December 31

The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum is pleased to announce the opening of Haiga: The Art of Haiku, a special exhibition that explores the timeless Japanese tradition of blending poetry and visual art. The exhibit will be on display beginning October 7th until December 31st and will showcase a range of works that celebrate the harmony between word and image.
Haiga (pronounced hī-guh) is a Japanese art form that unites haiku poetry with visual imagery into a single, contemplative work. The word itself comes from hai (haiku) and ga (painting). Traditionally, artists would compose a haiku—a short poem capturing a fleeting moment in nature or everyday life—and inscribe it directly onto a painting, brush drawing, or calligraphic work. The imagery does not merely illustrate the words; rather, it interacts with them, either through complement or contrast, to deepen meaning and encourage reflection. The essence of haiga lies in simplicity, subtlety, and harmony, inviting viewers to engage with the layered dialogue between poem and image.

In 2022, The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum Achieved Accreditation From The ​American Alliance of Museums

“I am excited to announce JHM has again achieved Accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums, the highest national recognition afforded the nation’s museums. Accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside agencies, and to the museum-going public. JHM was initially accredited in 1973. All museums must undergo a re-accreditation review at least every 10 years to maintain accredited status. Of the nation’s estimated 33,000 museums, only 1096 are currently accredited and JHM is one of only 41 museums accredited in Ohio. Thank you to all our partners, board members and everyone that supports the museum for making our reaccreditation a success!”
-Jennifer Bush, Director JHM
--IMPORTANT DATES-- 
JHM's hours are
​ 12:00 - 4:00 PM Tuesday - Sunday
Closed Monday
We will be CLOSED on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Years Day

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If you are looking for an appraisal, you will need to contact a credible appraiser. You can easily find someone to help you by contacting an auction house.

The Johnson-Humrickhouse ​Museum

300 N. Whitewoman St.
​Coshocton, Ohio 43812
(740) 622-8710
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