The Grand Island Public Library and the Hall County Historical Society have partnered to present the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) poster exhibit “Journey Stories” at the Grand Island Public Library. In addition to the SITES exhibit, the Library and Historical Society will concurrently exhibit a local history exhibit highlighting the history and story of migration in the Grand Island and Central Nebraska region. The exhibits will be on display at Grand Island Public Library until September 8, 2023.
America and its history is a patchwork of many tales which have been woven over time from the voyages of people—both voluntary and involuntary—who traveled from city-to-city, state-to-state and around the world to find new opportunities. Whether by air, land or sea, travel has played a crucial part in our economic and cultural identities. Taking a broad look at American expansion and migration, from the earliest European settlers and Native American displacement, to the effects of transportation advancements on modern mobility, “Journey Stories” encourages communities to think about how movement has defined America.
The Grand Island Public Library does not necessarily endorse the views expressed in this display. Please contact Jeanne Simons at 308-385-5333 ext. 118 or jeannes@gilibrary.org with any questions about this show or to schedule a future show in the Grand Island Public Library Art Alcove.
