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January 21, 2010 Wall Street and Main Street at the Capitol, January 26The State Historical Society of Missouri and Western Historical Manuscript Collection will hold the second annual Day at the Capitol in Jefferson City, January 26, 2010, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon on the third floor of the Capitol Rotunda. The artistry and social commentary of Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist Daniel Fitzpatrick will be on display in “Wall Street and Main Street”: the Economic Crisis of the 1930s. The exhibit demonstrates Fitzpatrick’s talents and the continued relevance of his work, after seventy-five years, in documenting the political, economic, and social milestones of the depression era. His drawings comment on the policies of Herbert Hoover, the election of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, the New Deal, and additional issues from the period. Viewers can draw many parallels with the current economic crisis as they ponder the bold drawings, poignant images, and wry wit of “Fitz.” The exhibit also includes photos, diary entries, newspaper articles and letters to reveal how Missourians weathered this difficult period in history.Visitors will also see original copies of the Canton, Missouri, newspaper, Canton Press (July 21, 1864-July 13, 1865), which include issues dealing with the assassination of President Lincoln. State Historical Society staff will be available to discuss the exhibit and explain the Society’s work promoting greater understanding and appreciation of our cultural heritage. Preserved documents and artworks are not just for scholars and historians; they are resources to be used and enjoyed by schoolchildren, genealogists, private citizens, and public servants—all those with an interest in our shared past. posted @ 3:16 PM Nominations for Book and Article Awards FINAL CALLThe Missouri Conference on History seeks nominations for its annual book and article prizes. The Book Award will be given to the best volume on any historical topic written by a Missouri resident and published in 2009. The winner will receive a $500 prize. Articles eligible for nomination must relate to a Missouri history topic and have been published during 2009 (no restriction on residence of the author). The author of the winning article will receive a $250 prize. Three copies of each book or article should be mailed to: Gary R. Kremer The deadline for receipt of nominations is February 1, 2010. Prize for Best Student PaperThe Missouri Conference on History will present a $250 prize for the best student paper presented at the conference by a registered student participant. Students (undergraduate or graduate) who wish to be considered for the prize should submit an electronic version of the completed paper of between 3,000 and 4,000 words to: Gary R. Kremer The deadline for submission of papers for prize consideration is February 1, 2010. posted @ 9:38 AM |
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