Friday, February 14, 2025
Open today 4 PM - 11 PM
Friday, February 14, 2025
Open today 4 PM - 11 PM
A Social and Cultural Journey
Cookbooks are more than just recipes. They are cultural artifacts that reveal how our kitchens--and meals--have been shaped by changing social dynamics, economic shifts, and evolving tastes.
From military manuals to school lunches and homecooked Sunday dinners, these cookbooks from the Linda Hall Library collection embody the resilience, creativity, and aspirations of their eras. Take a nostalgic dive into some of the classics that graced American tables and see how cookbooks provided practical guidance and symbolized connection, adaptation, and celebration.
Open now through August 2025.
Is there life beyond Earth?
This question has fascinated humanity for centuries. Given the vast number of stars and planets in the known universe, it seems possible that there could be an abundance of life, however, scientists have found no credible evidence beyond our planet.
With advanced technology and unanswered questions, the search for extraterrestrial life has accelerated over the past half-century, moving from fringe science and sensationalist news to legitimate research and front-page headlines. Let's continue the search for answers!
Mapping the Heavens
Where are we? When are we?
These fundamental questions drove the development of astronomical sciences and religious practices across different times, regions, and faiths, to map and understand our place in the world and its relationship with the heavens.
The works presented in Mapping the Heavens: Art, Astronomy, and Exchange between the Islamic Lands and Europe introduce the advancement of astronomy as a multi-cultural and multi-faith dialogue between scholars and scientists, showcasing the beauty and importance of the books, instruments, and images that communicated these discoveries.
Exhibitions
The Linda Hall Library is committed to using our collections and other resources to inspire curiosity, innovation, and cultural engagement with science through collecting, education, and interpretation. Our exhibitions present a diverse array of themes and artifacts that will enhance educational opportunities through interactive and interdisciplinary displays.
Digital Exhibitions
Our digital exhibitions intend to make content more accessible to all audiences, whether local or international, in an effort to support scholarship and inspire curiosity with the maximum possible reach.
