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Exhibition Details
Scott Pavilion S1–3
Turning a lens to the nation and its people, photographers across the vast and varied United States have created an expansive visual record of places, communities, and historical events. A thematic survey of American photography from 1920 to today, this exhibition celebrates the aesthetic potential, documentary value, and social power of the medium.
Through the Lens: American Photographs from the Carter Collection is organized by the Amon Carter Museum of American Art.
Admission
Through the Lens is a ticketed exhibition. Tickets may be purchased upon arrival at the Welcome Desk; no advance reservations.
General public: $10 ages 13 and up
(free for those 12 and under)
Joslyn members: FREE
Public Free Days
For every ticketed exhibition, The Joslyn schedules days when tickets are free to all. Through the Lens public free days:
First Saturdays:
May 2, Jun 6, Jul 11, Aug 1; 10 am–4 pm
First Sundays:
May 3, Jun 7, Jul 5, Aug 2; 10 am–4 pm
First Thursdays:
May 7, Jun 4, Jul 2, Aug 6; 4–8 pm
Opening Events
Public Program
Join us for an opening talk in Witherspoon Hall, featuring a conversation with The Joslyn’s Elise Armani, Assistant Curator of Twentieth-Century Art, and Charles Wylie, Curator of Photography at the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. $15 for general public; FREE for Joslyn members; advance registration is required (includes admission to the exhibition); walk-ins accepted as space allows. Check-in begins at 5:30 pm; exhibition and cash bar open until 8 pm.
Member Preview Reception
Fri, Apr 10; 4:30–6 pm
Joslyn members are invited to preview Through the Lens before it opens to the general public. Explore the exhibition and enjoy a reception with light bites and a cash bar.
Community Programs
Art-tastic Saturdays & Nights at The Joslyn
Sat, May 2; 11 am–2 pm
Thu, May 7; 5–8 pm
Our theme is Fantastic Photography! Explore the exhibition, including a visit to the Art Cart; a stop at the photo booth; get creative in the studio; and learn about local photography clubs. On May 7, don’t miss the 6 pm curator conversation about the exhibition.
Free, drop-in programs
Snapshots
Selected Thu; 12:30–1:15 pm
Join us for monthly gallery conversations, each focusing on a small selection of works that connect to an exhibition theme. We’ll use the slow-looking process—an approach that allows for learning and discovery through extended observation time and conversation.
Apr 30: Land, Nature, Territory
May 28: People
Jun 25: Big City, Small Town
Jul 30: History
Free, drop-in programs with exhibition ticket
Gallery Talking & Photography Walking
Choose one: Sat, May 30, Jun 27, or Jul 25; 10 am–1 pm
(for adults)
Join us for a community partnership program with The Union for Contemporary Art. Museum staff will facilitate engaging conversations in the exhibition, with time to look and reflect on your own. At The Union for Contemporary Art, the Union staff will lead us in a photography walk activity, followed by a chance to develop a print of your own. $35 for general public; $30 for Joslyn members and Union Co-Op Passholders; advance registration required (includes admission to the exhibition); very limited spaces available.
Terry Evans Artist Talk
Thu, Jul 23; 6 pm (cash bar at 5 pm)
Join us for a talk with Terry Evans, whose work is featured in the exhibition. Evans will speak about her photographic practice and then be joined in conversation by Elise Armani, Assistant Curator of Twentieth-Century Art. $10 for general public; FREE for Joslyn members; advance registration required (includes admission to the exhibition); walk-ins accepted as space allows.
Pre-Artist Talk Discovery Garden Tours
4 pm, 4:30 pm, and 5 pm
Free, drop-in programs; meet at the outdoor Entry Plaza, near the Main Entrance.
More Through the Lens
Free Guided Public Tours
Sat: May 2, Jun 6, Jul 11, Aug 1; 11 am
Sun: May 3, Jun 7, Jul 5, Aug 2; 11 am
Group Visits
Explore the exhibition with students, adults, or a community youth group. Book a self-guided visit or guided tour, four weeks in advance.
Studio Programs
Teens and adults can explore their own creativity, inspired by the exhibition, in summer studio programs.
Digital Guide & Playlist
Digital Guide
Enjoy an eleven-stop bilingual mobile tour when you visit the exhibition. Free resource; available on Bloomberg Connects.
Enjoy a playlist inspired by the exhibition.
Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program, and Nebraska Arts Council and the Nebraska Cultural Endowment.
