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Zines are known for their grassroots and autobiographical nature, which makes them perfect of expression and information for a wide range of subjects that are often neglected by mainstream publishing - including mental health. Zines have a long…

This month in our cases we are showcasing artists' books and photographs centering on African American artists. Photographs on display juxtapoze contemporary works with early 20th century black photographers and images, while artists books build on…

Both a photographer and painter, William Henry Jackson is an early American artist whose work primarily documents the American West and Southwest of the late 1800s. He worked at various times for the Union Pacific and Baltimore & Ohio railroads,…

On August 21, 2017 Baltimore, along with all of North America, will be plunged into darkness as a solar eclipse covers the earth in the shadow of the moon. According to Space.com, it is the first time such a large-scale eclipse has fallen over the…

The Bayeux Tapestry is a famed medieval tapestry depicting the Norman conquest of England, culminating in the Battle of Hastings in 1066 C.E. The original tapestry, now housed in Normandy, is a length of cloth nearly 230 feet long and 20 inches high,…

Postcards. Receipts. Grocery lists. Photocopies. Zines. Watercolor sketches. Post-it doodles. Bus tickets. Four-leaf clovers. MICA IDs. Safe deposit box keys. Honduran cash. Tweezers. A short list of all the things Decker Library staff have found in…

To celebrate Black History Month, the Decker Library is highlighting works and publications by contemporary black artists from Baltimore and around the nation. From conceptual artists to painters, sculptors, photographers, singers, poets, writers,…

Summer heat and humidity can be a drag for those stuck in the city, but it’s also a good season to take inspiration from the blooming natural world.

During the summer the Decker Library is celebrating all the flora around us by showcasing artist…

The annual Small Press Expo comics and graphic arts festival presents the best and brightest established creators in independent comics. In addition to the opportunity for public exposure and sales, this annual event also allows less established…

Shadra Strickland's Sophomore students present a selection of newly designed book covers. These fanciful and detailed projects show the use of varied printmaking methods to create eye-catching jackets for your favorite novels and stories. Each…