Did you know that, in addition to being a great source of information about the Museum’s collection, the Spencer Art Reference Library puts together thematic book displays of items from their collections? The current display, Art of the First Americans: History and Forms of American Indian Art may be viewed in the Library’s Reading Room beginning October 1 until January 2010. The display includes various subjects, from general books on American Indian art to such specific topics as Plains Indian parfleches and Navajo weaving.
Library patrons are welcome to look through and read the books on display. Visiting the library and spending some time with these texts would be a wonderful way for individuals and families
to increase their knowledge of American Indian art and enhance their experiences in the American Indian galleries opening in November. Please consider visiting before or after your
tours through these galleries!
The library changes the display about three times a year. Past topics have included American folk art, illuminated manuscripts, and the railroad in art. The displays are created by Library staff members: Roberta Wagener, Library Assistant, Public Services, with Marilyn Carbonell, Head, Library Services.
Do you have a topic you would like to see highlighted in a library book display? If so, let us know!
If you have questions about other works of art or any art-related reading questions, the Library reference staff is also able to create thematic lists of suggested readings on any art topic by request.
Spencer Art Reference Library Hours
Tues, By Appointment
Wed, 10 a.m.—4 p.m.
Thur, Fri, 10 a.m.—6 p.m.
Sat, Sun, 1 p.m.—4 p.m.
To visit the Library's webpage and find links to contact library staff, click here.