Exhibits

Physical Traveling Exhibits

WNYLRC has physical exhibits available for members to borrow and display in their own spaces. These physical exhibits were created using content from statewide digital collections in New York Heritage. Most consist of 4-5 roll up banners contained in easy-to-carry cases. Exhibits can be requested by WNYLRC members only. If you are a member, you must log in to WNYLRC to access the exhibit request form. Please contact Heidi Ziemer if you need assistance.

2020 Census Exhibit on display at Daemen University
Making Sense of the Census New York on display at Daemen University.


Digital Exhibits on New York Heritage

Multiple digital exhibits created from statewide collections can be found on New York Heritage. Digital companion exhibits are available for ALL of WNYLRC's Physical Traveling Exhibits.


Below are the travelling exhibits available to borrow and a few of the digital exhibits available on New York Heritage.

Items marked as type Physical or Both can be requested by members for display at their own institutions. Open each Exhibit to view additional details and a link to reserve. You must be logged in to request exhibits.

 

Our Exhibits - Physical and Digital

Exhibit Type:
Physical
About:

This exhibit charts the development and evolution of the Women's Suffrage movement in New York State. Early suffragists drew inspiration from native cultures and learned activism from other movements. As their movement coalesced,  activists began practicing civil disobedience. Suffragists trumpeted their cause through a variety of media.


Exhibit Type:
Physical
About:

Immigrants have come to New York State for many reasons: to escape persecution, to improve their economic outlook, and to build new lives.  Even in a state and nation built by immigrants, new arrivals were not always welcomed.  Despite challenges and injustices, immigrants’ experiences, knowledge, and cultures have enriched our state and shaped our history, and will continue to build a vibrant,