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January 27, 2025
Caveat Emptor: Abraham Lincoln and the Case of the Horological Cradle
Although it is estimated that over 15,000 books have been written about Abraham Lincoln, there always is another angle or lens through which we can view his life.
January 27, 2025
God's Man: An Early American Graphic Novel
Important in the history of sequential art (a.k.a. comic books) is this graphic novel by the artist Lynd Ward.  His 1929 book Gods’ Man, A Novel In Woodcuts, is, as the subtitle implies, silent. Save for the titles of each chapter of the book, there are no words.
January 27, 2025
Eastern Airlines commercial: The City of Angels (and Burgers)
With the city currently experiencing devastating wildfires due to unprecedented weather conditions, Los Angeles needs some love and appreciation.
January 27, 2025
Conservation: Brushes of Greatness
Throughout my life, I have been aware of the importance of having proper artists’ tools. As far back as kindergarten, I recall feeling creatively stifled by the chunky, stubby crayons that the teacher supplied.
January 23, 2025
Industrial Movie Night at the Screening Room @ 1313
Hagley Museum and Library curator, Kevin Martin, will introduce a series of films sponsored by the Hercules Powder Company at the Screening Room @ 1313 in Wilmington, Delaware on January 23, 2025 at 7pm. Tickets will be available at the door or you can purchase tickets in advance here:
November 25, 2024
Astronomy within the Stacks
Are you hoping to check out the Geminid meteor shower, which peaks in mid-December? Do you find enjoyment searching for constellations, such as Orion, or spotting Sirius, the Dog Star?
November 25, 2024
The Art and Business of the Christmas Card: American Artists Group
Do you still send personal, paper holiday greetings? If you’ve gotten out of the habit, Hagley Library’s new collection from the American Artists Group (AAG) might prompt you to start up again.
November 25, 2024
Inventing Christmas: Toy Patents
Through patenting, American inventors contributed to the development of practically any consumer product you can imagine. Hagley’s collection of over 5,000 patent models reflects that.

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