The Japanese word Ukiyo-e translates as "floating world," and is the name given to the art documenting urban Japanese life during the 'Edo' era, from the 1600s to 1867 -- notably the exquisite woodblock prints which would later influence European artists such as Toulouse-Lautrec, Degas and Van Gogh. James A. Michener was an avid collector of these prints, published two important books on the subject, and eventually donated 5,400 vintage Japanese prints to the Honolulu Academy of the Arts. This special exhibition brought more than 40 highlights from the Michener Collection of the Honolulu Academy to Bucks County, including works by leading Ukiyo-e artists Utagawa Hiroshige (1797-1858) and Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849).

Sponsored by Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steak House. Co-sponsored by Siam Cuisine Buckingham/Black Walnut, Callaghan Interior Design and Tutto Design, with additional support from Doreen H. Paynton.

	Changing and Permanent Exhibits

	In Doylestown: Lilli Gettinger: Memory Transformed Color: Ten African-American Artists Elliott Erwitt: Dog Dogs In New Hope: Art and the River