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August 20, 2015
The National Association of Manufacturers’ Women’s Department
One of the most consequential developments in the resurgence of conservatism in the United States from the late 1960s through the 1980s was the New Right’s success in rallying white middle-class women to its cause.
August 17, 2015
Materiality in the Archives, or Why are Circuits Filed with Photographs?
Should you peruse the contents of the vertical files of the Public Affairs Department of the David Sarnoff Research Center (DSRC), you will encounter several folders filled with faxes.
July 17, 2015
From the Object Files - The true tales behind Hagley's most remarkable collections
In any museum collection there are bound to be objects that are rare or unusual. Most of the time a little investigation will reveal a story just as interesting as the object itself. But sometimes you run across an object with a story that is so elusive it may never be fully discovered.
July 17, 2015
The Bifurcated Career of Inventor Arthur D. Hall III
The newly acquired papers of systems engineer Arthur David Hall III (1924-2006) document the many potential slips that lie between invention and innovation and the importance of synergies in the innovative endeavor.
July 17, 2015
The Museum Conservator’s Role in Exhibition Preparation
Exhibitions enable museums and galleries to showcase collections of art and historic objects by placing a focus on a subject matter, a historic period, a unique collection, or simply entertain the public. Conservators play a role in the design and display of art and historic objects.
July 17, 2015
NEH Summer Institute visit to Hagley
On July 9, the NEH Summer Institute "Teaching the History of Modern Design: The Canon and Beyond," visited Hagley. The teaching summer institute is held for four weeks and educates college faculty from various disciplines about the history of modern design.
July 17, 2015
The Colors of Fashion by DuPont
The Hagley Library has much to offer to those looking to learn something new about the manufacture and sale of consumer goods, among many other topics. Working here, I frequently find interesting relationships between different collection materials. These links can further flesh out a story.
July 17, 2015
Manuscripts and Archives: NEH Summer Institute visit to Hagley
On July 9, the NEH Summer Institute "Teaching the History of Modern Design: The Canon and Beyond," visited Hagley. The teaching summer institute is held for four weeks and educates college faculty from various disciplines about the history of modern design.

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