As a child, Philip Henry Gosse (1810-1888) was encouraged by his aunt, Susan Bell, to explore his interest in sea life. “When I found any specimen that appeared to me curious, or beautiful, or strange, I would take it to … Read more →
There are few events more exciting for our library staff than receiving a call from our congressman’s office with congratulations on being awarded a federal grant. Our euphoria lingered for a couple of days before the reality of the work … Read more →
Walking into The Rakow Research Library, a visitor may immediately be struck by the beauty of the space: the beautiful glass staircase that leads up to the reading room, the exhibition featured in the Rakow Library Atrium. At the same … Read more →
Renowned glass artisans, the Beilby family made some of the world’s most celebrated enameled glass. Active between 1761 and 1778 in their beloved Newcastle on Tyne, the Beilbys are celebrated for their colorful armorial goblets and intricately enameled commemorative glass, … Read more →