Hidden Gem

In 1931, a new piece of architecture graced the city of Omaha, Neb. at 2200 Dodge St. The building itself is considered a masterpiece encased in marble. The design served as a pioneer for modern architecture in America during the 1930s.

One of the permanent pieces on display is Mrs. Rotch's dress. One may find it random for a clothing garment to be on display at an art museum, especially from the person who sat for the painting. The painting itself is called Mrs. Abbott Lawrence Rotch. The dress and painting are positioned next to each other.

Another piece of art that is permanently housed at the Joslyn Museum is a painting done by Wiley, Three Girls in the Woods. Wiley is an artist based in St. Louis, who has a traditional European style of portraits. The centerpiece of the collection is Return of Spring, 1886. William Adolphe Bouguereau's is the creator of this masterpiece. Most of his paintings are of gorgeous madonnas and spotless peasant children. 

Currently, there is a temporary art exhibit on display at the Joslyn Museum. It includes Everyday People by James E. Ransome. This exhibit will be available until February 9, 2020. Ransome is known for the promotion of works focused on black culture and society and the paintings range from oil and watercolor to acrylic. This exhibit consists of moments that any ordinary person may experience. Some examples of these experiences include being with one's grandmother or pitching at a baseball game. He also showcases significant historical figures from critical moments in time. Two of his most famous paintings include Fredrick Douglass writing by the sea and Louis Armstrong playing his trumpet while leading a march forward. Some other work Ransome has done involves children's literature illustrations as well as three memorials to represent the Underground Railroad in Ohio.

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Gianna Starr is a senior studying history.