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art samples from Grønlandske Snit by Kâle Rosing
Four New Winter Term Exhibits

Dartmouth Libraries has a rich tradition of library and community-curated exhibits. This Winter Term, we debuted four unique exhibits, each demonstrating what one might discover about a “place,” and the power and allure of it. On view until mid-March, these exhibits invite you to discover artful, historical, social, intellectual, and cultural narratives within each. Laura Barrett and Morgan Swan liaise closely with library colleagues and collaborate with Dartmouth community members to bring exhibits to life in Baker-Berry Library and Rauner Library, respectively. Morgan adds, “The Libraries' open approach to exhibit curation allows anyone at Dartmouth to share unique perspectives on our world-class collections with the global community of scholars.” These four exhibits exemplify just that.

The Libraries’ exhibits program is a chance to share so much of the amazing research, ideas, art, and learning that are happening throughout Dartmouth.

Laura Barrett

Grønlandske Snit by Kâle Rosing

Black and white linocut of a duck swimming in the arctic ocean, parallel to a glacier

Grønlandske Snit by Kâle Rosing

Curated by Laura Graveline for the Sherman Art Library, “Grønlandske Snit by Kâle Rosing,” is a collection of linocuts and drawings that utilize striking contrasts between light and dark to create memorable images. Laura selected eight prints that highlight the stark realities of living within the Arctic Circle, and the myths and legends of Rosing’s Greenland. Laura shares that this exhibit is a “perfect choice for winter at Dartmouth, and complements the Arctic Studies collections on campus. Rosing’s depictions of life in the Arctic Circle display a mastery of light and shadow, capturing your eye. They celebrate the beauty of the Arctic and the culture of the indigenous peoples.”

Moosilauke: Many-Sided Mountain

silhouette of a person hiking with the map of Moosilauke trail in the background

Moosilauke: Many-Sided Mountain

As one visitor to Moosilauke wrote, “I have beheld the Mountain on all sides.” Before and since, generations of naturalists, hikers, and Dartmouth students have beheld Moosilauke on all sides, too. Often called “Dartmouth’s mountain,” it is much more than that. Co-curated by librarians Daniel Abosso and Elaina Vitale, “Moosilauke: Many-Sided Mountain,” is an exhibit that invites viewers to discover the magic and history of this quintessentially Dartmouth place. “As subject librarians, we were excited about the opportunity to pair our professional work (research!) with our personal interests (hiking in the White Mountains) on one of our favorite mountains,” says Elaina. Daniel shares that this exhibit intends for “visitors to understand Moosilauke's importance to Dartmouth and how it inspires connection, reflection, and appreciation of nature.” Find out for yourself. See it on display in the Class of 1965 Gallery at Rauner Library.

I love giving colleagues the opportunity to shine by sharing their expertise and excitement about items from our collections.

Morgan Swan

The Politics of Travel in the Context of Globalization

Drawing with water color of woman in profile looking up and away from a tiered city with Arabic script above

The Politics of Travel in the Context of Globalization

Travel has long been a symbol of status, an opportunity for adventure, leisure, self-discovery, and learning, but how often do we consider how we show up in communities and the impact of our presence? Displaying works in the Jones Media Center created by students in COCO 26: What's in Your Toolbox? The Politics of Travel in the Context of Globalization, this multimedia exhibit explores questions of place, travel, and belonging, both in the Upper Valley and abroad.

Showing What We Know

image of multiple exhibit posters

Showing What We Know

Throughout his 22 years at the Libraries, Dennis Grady designed and or co-curated an estimated 175 exhibits. His contributions gave space for our colleagues and the Dartmouth community to share their interests and expertise alongside materials from our collections: the ultimate place for knowledge discovery. Dennis writes, “I have had the privilege of working with hundreds of brilliant exhibit curators, including library colleagues, Dartmouth faculty, post-docs, alumni, and members of the wider community.” This showcase, “Showing What We Know,” is Dennis’ opus, featuring panel and poster designs selected from the past 22 years. 

Laura, who worked closely with Dennis, remarked how this retrospective is an especially meaningful exhibit. "Dennis Grady has been the exhibits designer since the start of the Libraries’ exhibits program, and he’s retiring later this month. This 20-year retrospective features not only the wide-ranging exhibit themes, but also the incredible artistry Dennis has brought to the hundreds of exhibits he’s designed.” Presented as a thank-you to those who made the exhibits possible, you’ll find “Showing What We Know” on display in Reiss Hall and in Berry Library.

 

 

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