iSchool Capstone

Low Brow/High Culture - DIY and Underground Art: The Exhibit and Capstone

Project tags:

archives & special collections

community engagement & outreach

Project poster

Items representing lowbrow art are underutilized within the Special Collections library at University of Washington. By creating an exhibit showcasing the unique and varied items that represent this art style, we strive to promote these valuable and timely materials to be better recognized by patrons of Special Collections as well as to highlight underrepresented artistic communities. Along with the traditional viewing of held materials, patron participation is encouraged through a Spotify playlist, DIY workshops, animation slideshow, and online catalogue. Additionally, a specialized Lowbrow Collection Development Policy allows for the possibility to acquire contemporary materials for collections in the future.

Project participants:

Lauren Adams

MLIS

Ciera Divens

MLIS

Melissa Seaburg

MLIS