Robert D. Farber University Archives &
Special Collections Department

Events


In-house Exhibits






BRANDEIS IN LIGHTS: LEGENDS OF STAGE, SCREEN, & SONG

An exhibit at the Robert D. Farber University Archives & Special Collections Department
Goldfarb Library, Level 2
2008


This exhibit highlights notable aspects of Brandeis's early music and theater programs; it also showcases the personal collections of important figures in theater, film, and musical composition. Come for a glimpse of the artistic impresarios associated with Brandeis ... and for a close look at Oscar.

Photo portrait of Marlon Brando by Carl Van Vechten




LOUIS D. BRANDEIS: CELEBRATING A LIFE

An exhibit at the Robert D. Farber University Archives
& Special Collections Department
Goldfarb Library, Level 2
Spring 2007 - Winter 2008


This exhibit is part of the Justice Brandeis Jubilee, the University's year-long celebration commemorating the 150th birthday of Louis D. Brandeis. It goes beyond the stately portrait of Brandeis as lawyer and Supreme Court justice to focus on his personal and family life, and on the profound admiration he garnered throughout his career and after.

Louis D. Brandeis standing with his canoe




THE CRIMEAN WAR IN THE FRENCH & BRITISH SATIRICAL PRESS

An exhibit at the Robert D. Farber University Archives
& Special Collections Department
Goldfarb Library, Level 2
Summer 2006 - Winter 2006


This exhibit thematically explores how the satirical press of France and Britain represented the Crimean War, which involved the world superpowers of Russia, Turkey, France, and Great Britain and is considered to be the first media war. Stop by and learn about this fascinating chapter in world history through the lens of humorous outrage at the bungled diplomacy, explosive personalities, and incompetent administration that characterized this war.

Turkey in Danger



BUILDING BRANDEIS: STYLE & FUNCTION OF A UNIVERSITY

An exhibit at the Robert D. Farber University Archives
& Special Collections Department
Goldfarb Library, Level 2
Fall 2005 - Spring 2006


This exhibit examines two early master planning projects that greatly influenced the physical character and development of Brandeis University. It highlights the work of two prominent architects (Saarinen and Abramovitz) and addresses their impact at Brandeis and beyond. The exhibit also explores the campus's physical transformation over time, and the origins of its distinctive architectural "style."

Slosberg Music Center
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