Purdue University and Vonnegut & Bohn
Few weeks ago I acquired this antique porcelain creamer depicting Purdue University’s Fowler Hall. It was imported by the Jonroth Studios for Deac’s Bookstore in West Lafayette, Indiana sometime between the 1910s and 1950s. Deac’s occupied the same building strip that Von’s Bookstore occupies today off of State Street. Funny enough, the transferring of ownership … Continue reading
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American Roots Music for Halloween
On and off since early high school, I have hosted a radio show with my brother. Since embarking on a career in arts management and library science, I have gained an appreciation for how curating music playlists can be an excellent form of outreach, especially if it serves to highlight collections. From a local history … Continue reading
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On-the-Go Research Guide: Traditions of Old-Time Fiddle Music in Indiana
In a previous post, I introduced my idea for “On-the-Go Research Guides” – a modern adaption of the traditional library research guide. These guides are intended for users who want to learn more about a specific topic when they’re on their commute, preparing meals, or on-the-go. Our access to information has expanded to an extent … Continue reading
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A Round Barn StoryMap
There are few things more closely associated with the state of Indiana than historic barns. In fact, nailing up a basketball hoop creates what some call the most popular form of Hoosier iconography. Just as we associate Indiana basketball with … Continue reading
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