Experience a guided tour of the Main Library Gallery's spring 2024 exhibit, Making the Book, Past and Present. This exhibit explores the intersections of history, art, and practicality through a global selection of rare historic books and modern book art.
From medieval manuscripts and early modern works to recent book sculptures, pop-ups, and books that move, these Special Collections and Archives materials shown together make a visual feast representing the strong connection between books and makers past and present.
You'll also have time to explore the exhibit on your own and stop by the Main Library's Learning Commons, which includes 18 private group rooms and six open group areas, all with writing surfaces and monitors that encourage collaborative work.
If you are interested in rare materials, consider signing up to visit the newly-renovated John Martin Rare Book Room at Hardin Library for the Health Sciences at 11 a.m. following your stop at the Main Library Gallery.
Date: June 19
Time: 9:30–10:30 a.m.
Hosts: Anne Bassett and Sara Pinkham
Location: Main Library - 125 West Washington St., Iowa City, IA 52242
Notes: Please meet at the Main Library's South Madison Street entrance.