exhibition space featuring cases displaying archival objects and a large banner displaying various images from the civil rights act advocacy and signing. The title displayed on the banner is "The Act"

Exhibits

Our exhibition program showcases our collections through online exhibits and curated displays at key campus locations, including the Archives/Book Depository, Thompson Library, and Page Hall. These exhibits highlight significant moments, people, and themes, fulfilling our mission to make resources accessible to both on-site visitors and a global audience.

Featured Online Exhibitions

Once again, Godspeed, John Glenn

Explore John Glenn’s return to space on NASA’s STS-95 mission, featured in this 2023 exhibit marking its 25th anniversary.

Annie: The Life of Annie Glenn

Celebrate the life and legacy of Annie Glenn, an advocate for communication access and a steadfast figure in America’s space story. This tribute site honors her strength, compassion, and enduring impact.

Celebrating the Friendship 7 Flight

Learn about John Glenn's historic journey aboard the Friendship 7 spacecraft and the flight that made him the first American to orbit Earth.

Remembering the Act: Archival Reflections on Civil Rights

This archived exhibition celebrates the Civil Rights Act’s 50th anniversary by exploring the political, historical, and cultural struggle for civil rights through The Ohio State University Libraries Special Collections.

Exhibitions in Page Hall

The Ohio Public Policy Archives maintains exhibit space within Page Hall, home to the John Glenn College of Public Affairs at The Ohio State University. This space offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore biographical displays celebrating the remarkable lives and careers of John and Annie Glenn.

Visitors can explore John Glenn’s legacy as an astronaut, military officer, and U.S. Senator, alongside Annie Glenn’s advocacy for disability rights and speech therapy. To get a closer look before you visit, check out our video tour of the exhibition space and experience the highlights online.

Page Hall’s most recent renovation was designed with symbolism in mind, honoring John Glenn’s achievements in space exploration, his military service, and his years in the Senate. The building itself serves as a tribute to his extraordinary career and the values he championed.