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The Exhibition Program

The George A. Smathers Libraries have an active exhibition program that shares, interprets, and promotes the collections. Exhibits support and enhance the Libraries’ role as an intellectual center of the university.

Now on view

SMATHERS LIBRARY GALLERY

Dragons in the Library

For thousands of years, dragons have appeared in art, science, and mythology. Across cultures, they capture the imagination and invoke a sense of wonder. Artists and writers portray dragons in many ways—from fearsome, fire-breathing creatures with poisonous fangs to magical or beautiful beings that symbolize protection and spiritual power. Beneath these dragons’ cultural and physical differences, our shared fascination with these magical creatures creates a common ground we can celebrate. Curated by April Helena and Michele Wilbanks.

An illustration of a dragon breathing fire

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