A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive

Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries 125 W Washington St, Iowa City, IA, United States

In 1897, French Symbolist poet Stรฉphane Mallarmรฉ revolutionized the world of graphic design with a single poem that forever changed the way we look at words. His work illustrated how text conveys meaning not only through words, but also as visual symbols that contain a deeper meaning. For over 125 years, artists and writers have...

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Exhibit Opening Celebration for ‘A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive’

Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries 125 W Washington St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Enjoy refreshments, curator remarks, and an open house in recognition of the spring 2025 Main Library Gallery exhibit,ย A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive, curated by Rich Dana. Event Scheduleย  4โ€“6 p.m.: Reception and open house with curator Rich Dana 4:30 p.m.:ย Brief remarks in the Main Library Gallery 6 p.m.: Opening event...

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Curator Guided Tour of ‘A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive’ with Rich Dana

Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries 125 W Washington St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Join curator Rich Dana for a special guided tour of the current Main Library Gallery exhibition,ย A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive. All are welcome to attend this free event at the University of Iowa Libraries. This tour is offered in partnership with the Iowa City Downtown District's Free Week. About the...

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