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Illustration of characters featured in Gus Arriola's comic strip 'Gordo'

Depicting Mexico and Modernism: Gordo by Gus Arriola // Representando México y el modernismo: Gordo de Gus Arriola

December 13, 2023 - May 5, 2024

Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum

As the first retrospective on Gordo (1941-1985), this exhibit celebrates the dazzling artistry of Mexican-American cartoonist Gustavo ‘Gus’ Arriola (1917-2008).

Gallery with framed artwork hanging on the wall.

Behind The Ink: The Making of Comics and Cartoons

December 16, 2023 - May 5, 2024

Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum

How are comics made? How are they printed? What tools do cartoonists use, and how have they changed over time? How do writers, inkers, colorists, letterers, and editors all work together?

A group of students looking at special collections materials.

Teaching with Special Collections: From Vault to Classroom

March 23, 2024 - July 31, 2024

Thompson Library

Teaching with Special Collections: From Vault to Classroom explores how Ohio State’s different Special Collections units have deployed primary sources in a variety of educational settings, from K-12 classrooms up to PhD. dissertations.

view of art gallery space with framed images on the wall and display cases filled with materials.

Treasures From the Collection of the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum

Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum

This permanent exhibit features a selection of exceptional artwork and artifacts highlighting the breadth and depth of our collections.

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