Category Archives: Exhibits

New exhibit commemorates 400 years of the King James Bible

Posted on December 8, 2011 by

400 years ago, scholars from all over Britain came together and produced one of the best, most beloved, and controversial pieces of literature the world has ever seen.  The King James Bible soon became the de facto Bible for countless … Continue reading →

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New Exhibit – World War II Posters: Women Called to Action

Posted on November 3, 2011 by

As many men went abroad to serve in the war, large numbers of women were left behind.  However, women played an integral part in the WWII victory.  War posters on display from the Special Collections Department of Ellis Library illustrate … Continue reading →

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New Digital Exhibit

Posted on May 9, 2011 by

Controlling Heredity: The American Eugenics Crusade, 1870-1940 has recently been mounted as a permanent exhibit on the website of the Special Collections and Rare Books department.  This virtual exhibit explores the intersections between ethics and the pseudo-science of eugenics in … Continue reading →

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