Up, Up, and Away: A History of Ballooning in America
This exhibit examines the history of balloon flight in the United States from Blanchard’s first ascension to the early twentieth century.
A Day in the Life at The Clements Library: Ella Brooks-Kamper
Welcome to “A Day in the Life at The Clements Library!” On the third edition of this series, we will meet with Ella Brooks-Kamper, a student at the University of Michigan School of Information. Ella is the Historic Visual Culture Fellow. That’s right Wolverines, you can work here too!
New Manuscripts and Graphics Finding Aids, January 2026
Explore collections from the Manuscripts and Graphics Divisions made available this month!
The Clements Library at the Table and the Dance
The Clements Library’s gorgeous architecture designed by Detroit-based architect Albert Kahn has been the subject of many pieces of University of Michigan memorabilia over the years. The building has been depicted in many illustrations, photographs, and, as described here, a plate, tile, and place mat!
Colorful 19th-Century Board Games and Toys on View at the Clements Library
Earlier this month, the Clements Library opened our new exhibit, For All Ages, highlighting familiar and unique toys and board games throughout American history. Many were not only fun, but also taught practical skills and moral lessons.
Additional Resources
The exhibition For All Ages, on view October 3-December 23, highlights familiar and unique toys and board games throughout American history.
Trivia & General Knowledge
The exhibition For All Ages, on view October 3-December 23, highlights familiar and unique toys and board games throughout American history.
Moving Parts
The exhibition For All Ages, on view October 3-December 23, highlights familiar and unique toys and board games throughout American history.
Little Hands
The exhibition For All Ages, on view October 3-December 23, highlights familiar and unique toys and board games throughout American history.