Anyone familiar with the realm of children’s literature will know Frances Hodgson Burnett, author of the classic The Secret Garden. Known and beloved among her works as well is A Little Princess, the story of a little girl named Sara who, having her wealth stripped from her after her father’s untimely death, is forced […]
The plays of William Shakespeare have been collected and read widely since the Bard’s death. The first folio edition of the plays was published a mere seven years after Shakespeare died; already, Shakespeare was considered an important literary figure. More important than his role as a writer, Shakespeare also became a symbol of culture and literary […]
Charles Baptie, photographer for Capital Airlines and various books/publications, took many pictures of important people during his lifetime. World leaders, well-known public figures, and, interestingly enough, puppies. Like many other collections housed in SCRC, the Charles Baptie Photograph Collection (C0032) is filled with furry friends. When Baptie wasn’t off photographing the Fairfax area, airlines, […]
As the Research Services Coordinator, I have the unique privilege of engaging with a diverse mix of archival collections and people who visit our Reading Room on the Fairfax campus. In my role, I’m able to learn new things about history and how people continue to use these records. It’s inspiring to see the […]
“The Change We Want to See”: Artists and Social Transformation Selections from Mason’s Special Collections Research Center On view September 5–December 20, 2024 Art is more than a reflection of society: it takes an active role in shaping ideas and beliefs, often with reverberations beyond the artists’ intentions. “The Change We Want to See” examines […]
