Explore the wonderful collection of rare books, manuscripts, zines, and artists’ books from Temple’s Special Collections Research Center. Each week, via Zoom, members from Tyler’s Art History department or guest scholars will open a different artifact from the collection, flip through its pages, and share the knowledge within. This virtual series is open to the public, and occurs regularly during the academic year.

During the Spring 2025 semester, the series takes place on the following Wednesdays from 1:30—1:55 p.m.:

Jan. 22, Feb. 5, Feb. 19, Feb. 26, and March 12.

Register for upcoming sessions here!

A Look at a Book is a collaborative program between the Art History Department at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture and the Special Collections Research Center (SCRC), Temple University Libraries. It has been organized by Prof. Joseph Kopta, Assistant Professor of Instruction, Art History, and Kimberly Tully, Curator of Rare Books, SCRC. 

A Look at a Book