Exhibitions

The exhibit shows the early and notable editions of the novel in the library’s collection, as well as its interesting publishing history.

Organized by the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, this is the first major museum exhibition to explore the complex and diverse nature of Muslim dress codes worldwide.

The Emily Howland photography album containing a previously unknown portrait of abolitionist and Underground Railroad-conductor Harriet Tubman is on view.

The installation of empty red dresses centers on the issue of missing or murdered indigenous women.

Books that were once part of Ella Fitzgerald’s personal library are on display in the museum library’s exhibit case. 

This exhibition explores the era that shaped Oprah Winfrey’s life and early career in TV, her talk show that dominated daytime TV for 25 years, and the ways in which she has influenced American popular culture.

Through the letters and artifacts of four women, visitors can explore unique, personal perspectives on life, duty, and service during the war.

Portraits of aviator Amelia Earhart tell the story of her career and pay special attention to her work on behalf of women’s rights.

Trace the history of Barbie from American Airlines stewardess in 1961 through astronaut in 1994 in this exhibit of 56 space- and aviation-related toys.

Honor the career of Patty Wagstaff, 1st woman to win the U.S. National Aerobatic Championship in 1991, and again in 1992 and 1993, in her aircraft the Extra 260.

The Collection of Period Costumes exhibition opened in 1914 in the Smithsonian’s Arts and Industries Building.