Category Archives: Museums

Europeana 1914-1918 – untold stories & official histories of WW1

Posted on May 21, 2014 by newyorklibraryclub1885

Europeana 1914-1918 – untold stories & official histories of WW1 New corresponding Hitler postcard found Two days after the soldier Adolf Hitler wrote this postcard to his comrade Karl Lanzhammer telling him about avisit to the dentist, he wrote another … Continue reading →

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Secret Libraries of New York City | Atlas Obscura

Posted on May 6, 2014 by newyorklibraryclub1885

Lantern slide of the New York Public Library (via NYPL) As the debate continues over the renovation of the main branch of the New York Public Library — a design by Norman Foster that would radically overhaul the stacks and other features … Continue reading →

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Center for Jewish History Offers Free “Ask the Experts” and “Behind the Scenes” Programs April 28 and 29 For National Preservation Week

Posted on April 24, 2014 by newyorklibraryclub1885

The Center for Jewish History is pleased to announced its participation in the Association for Library Collections & Technical Services‘ Preservation Week from April 27 – May 3, 2014. This year we will be hosting a number of exciting events … Continue reading →

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The New York Library Club @ FIT –Spring event

Posted on April 18, 2014 by newyorklibraryclub1885

contributed by Jen Roth On April 8th the NY Library Club visited the museum and Gladys Marcus Library at the Fashion Institute of Technology. The tour started with a talk by curator Ellen Shanley, who gave us a brief overview … Continue reading →

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World Digital Library grows to 10,000 items – The Washington Post

Posted on March 10, 2014 by newyorklibraryclub1885

By Associated Press, Published: March 6 WASHINGTON — The World Digital Library led by the Library of Congress reached a milestone Thursday, surpassing 10,000 items with the addition of ancient manuscripts from the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore.Officials said the digital … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Events : Talk and Tour of the Costume Collection @ FIT with Lynn Sallaberry

Posted on February 14, 2014 by newyorklibraryclub1885

When: Tuesday, April 8th @ 10:30AM Where:   Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology Seventh Avenue at 27 Street New York City 10001-5992  View a map Cost:  Members $.00               Non-members $10   Program description:  Costume Tour at the Museum … Continue reading →

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