Tag: exhibits
New Lighting Enhances Special Collections Vitrine
Blog author Carrie Meyer, Associate Dean Since last fall, McGoogan Library has been working to refresh the exhibition vitrine visible in the Level 8 elevator vestibule. Since its installation in the late 1990s, the vitrine has showcased rare books from the Special Collections and Archives for visitors. At the time, state of the art fiber optic […]
Apr 9, 2025

Orthopedics and Beyond: The H. Winnett Orr Rare Book Collection at a Half-Century
Discover the world of health sciences through rare books. Hiram Winnett Orr, MD, FACS, spent his career practicing medicine in Nebraska. He was influential in orthopedic surgery, helping to establish it in the state and promoting its military medical applications during World War I. An avid rare book collector, he donated his extensive collection […]
Oct 28, 2024

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