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Marian Anderson on the World Stage

Photo of Marian Anderson boarding a plane (1941). Marian Anderson Photograph Collection, Kislak Center
Boarding a plane (1941)

On exhibit beginning August 25, 2016


Anderson enjoyed world travel and found some of her most appreciative audiences outside the United States. This exhibit presents photographs and memorabilia documenting her travels abroad, which spanned nearly thirty-five years of her long career.

Happy Birthday, Marian Anderson!
February 27, 2017, 2-4PM
Marian Anderson Music Study Center, Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center, fourth floor west

Join the Otto E. Albrecht Music Library and the Kislak Center in celebrating the 120th birth anniversary of legendary singer, civil rights pioneer and Philadelphian Marian Anderson with a pop-up exhibit featuring recordings, letters, excerpts from Miss Anderson's home movies, and more. Refreshments will be served.