Museum Studies Exhibition Projects

Collecting Moments: The Photographs of Dr John E. Ackerman

Charlotte Gagnier and Sarah Proulx have created a photography exhibit using archival negatives taken by accomplished amateur photographer, Dr John E. Ackerman. Charlotte and Sarah are very excited for the opportunity to work with such a rich collection, held by the Ontario Jewish Archives. The students say the best part of fulfilling their role as curators has been looking through this beautiful collection of moments that portray the personal life of Dr Ackerman as well as life in Toronto in the mid-20th century.

Location: Black Cat Artspace, 2186 Dundas Street West, Toronto
Dates: May 17 - June 13, 2018, Winter Olympic Games
Exhibition Hours: Thursday to Sunday, 12-7 pm
Opening Reception: May 17, 8-10 pm

Redefining Language in African Art Scholarship

Susan Jama has built a digital exhibition which explores the history of language used to describe African art from colonial to post-colonial era. Redefining Language in African Art Scholarship reveals the transformative shift in African art literature written from the 1900s to 1980s.

Location: Clara Thomas Archives & Special Collection, York University Libraries, Toronto
Launch Date: April 30, 2018