Re-Reading Special Collections

On view in the Bayard Henry Long Room

Re-Reading Special Collections features a rotating series of highlights from the Athenaeum’s Special Collections, including paintings, sculpture, works on paper, and rare books. 

Taking an expansive view of American art and history, Re-Reading Special Collections brings a fresh perspective to beloved and lesser-known works from the Athenaeum’s collections. Major themes and stories include the Athenaeum’s history of promoting the arts and culture, the circulation of ideas in print culture, and collaborations across media. An ongoing and dynamic exhibition, the objects featured in Re-Reading Special Collections rotate throughout the year.

Initial support for Re-Reading Special Collections was provided by the Terra Foundation for American Art.