Heroes and Homecomings: Norman Rockwell and World War II

Virtual

Presenter: Jane Oneail

America's most beloved illustrator created dozens of images related to the second World War. What happens when an artist known for his use of humor tackles the serious subject of war? This program explores how Norman Rockwell's work departs from earlier artistic interpretations of American conflicts and considers how and why he chose specific wartime themes to present to the millions of readers of the Saturday Evening Post. 

 

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America's most beloved illustrator created dozens of images related to the second World War. What happens when an artist known for his use of humor tackles the serious subject of war? This program explores how Norman Rockwell's work departs from earlier artistic interpretations of American conflicts and considers how and why he chose specific wartime themes to present to the millions of readers of the Saturday Evening Post. 

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Event Details

When:

Tuesday, May 4, 2021 6:00pm

Where:

Virtual
49 Madbury Road
Durham NH 03824

Hosted By:

Durham Public Library

Contact Info:

Durham Public Library
603-868-6699