Exhibits
Every three to four months, the Noel Collection puts up a new exhibition of its materials. These exhibits are meant to introduce viewers to the wide range of subjects covered by the collection and thereby incite further study. We will announce new exhibits on the home page, here and on our social media outlets.
Sacred Spaces: Books & Prints of Sacral Architecture from Around the World
Current Exhibit:
August 15, 2024 – November 8, 2024
James Smith Noel Collection
Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
3rd floor Noel Memorial Library, LSUS (on Youree)
The inspirational design and unique construction of sacred places are highlighted in our latest exhibit of books and prints from the 19th and 20th centuries found in the James Smith Noel Collection. From the cathedrals of Europe to the ancient stone structures of the Middle East to the graceful and elegant temples of Asia, the architectural wonders and cultural significance of places of worship are examined in their infinite variety. Come and join us on this fascinating journey as we examine the many kinds of sacred spaces throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern representations.
For more information or to arrange a tour, contact the Director, Martha Lawler at 318-798-4163, [email protected], or visit us online at jsnoelcollection.org.
August 15, 2024 – November 8, 2024
James Smith Noel Collection
Monday-Friday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
3rd floor Noel Memorial Library, LSUS (on Youree)
The inspirational design and unique construction of sacred places are highlighted in our latest exhibit of books and prints from the 19th and 20th centuries found in the James Smith Noel Collection. From the cathedrals of Europe to the ancient stone structures of the Middle East to the graceful and elegant temples of Asia, the architectural wonders and cultural significance of places of worship are examined in their infinite variety. Come and join us on this fascinating journey as we examine the many kinds of sacred spaces throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern representations.
For more information or to arrange a tour, contact the Director, Martha Lawler at 318-798-4163, [email protected], or visit us online at jsnoelcollection.org.
Thomas Shotter Boys. 1842. “Fleet Street with St. Dunstan’s Cathedral,” Original Views of London As It Is, London.
Previous Exhibits
Exploration of the New World
In Pursuit of Wild Game
Tour of Scotland
From Homer to E.E. Cummings: Poetry in the Noel Collection
Transportation From Here to There
Amusements and Musings
Revolution Revisited: An American Revolution Exhibit
Ethnobotany: The Influences & Delights of Botanicals
Egyptomania: Modern Fascination with Ancient Egypt
Through Sea and Ice: Oceanic Exploration
Cartographic Curiosities
Beyond the Text: A History of Books
Unseen Forces: The Magic and Science of the Occult
Napoleon: His Life, His Time, His Battles
Nature Takes Flight: Winged Creatures, Real and Imaginary
Pentameters and Prosodies: Poetry across Periods and Places
"Give Me Liberty": The American Pursuit of Independence
The War to End All Wars: The First World War and its Lasting Legacy
The Young and the Restless: Literature for the Art of Growing Up
Let’s Play! : Sports and Pastimes through the Ages
Pioneering America
The Great Catch: An Exploration of Hunting and Fishing
"Wish You Were Here..." : Travels Around the World
Ready, Aim, Fire: Weaponry in Military and Civilian Life
The Magic and Wonder of Childhood
Handmade & Handwritten
Fun in the Sun: Summer Activities and Adventures
'Well-Behaved Women Seldom Make History:'* The Feats and Exploits of Women
The Price of Freedom: The Revolutionary Era in America and France
Whimsical Wonders: Toys, Games, and Other Amusements from the Past
The Treasures of the Northwest Louisiana Archives and the James Smith Noel Collection
Nature's Beauty: Exploring Plants and Flowers and Their Uses
The Art of Love
Festivities and Rituals through the Ages
The Battle of New Orleans
In Pursuit of Wild Game
Tour of Scotland
From Homer to E.E. Cummings: Poetry in the Noel Collection
Transportation From Here to There
Amusements and Musings
Revolution Revisited: An American Revolution Exhibit
Ethnobotany: The Influences & Delights of Botanicals
Egyptomania: Modern Fascination with Ancient Egypt
Through Sea and Ice: Oceanic Exploration
Cartographic Curiosities
Beyond the Text: A History of Books
Unseen Forces: The Magic and Science of the Occult
Napoleon: His Life, His Time, His Battles
Nature Takes Flight: Winged Creatures, Real and Imaginary
Pentameters and Prosodies: Poetry across Periods and Places
"Give Me Liberty": The American Pursuit of Independence
The War to End All Wars: The First World War and its Lasting Legacy
The Young and the Restless: Literature for the Art of Growing Up
Let’s Play! : Sports and Pastimes through the Ages
Pioneering America
The Great Catch: An Exploration of Hunting and Fishing
"Wish You Were Here..." : Travels Around the World
Ready, Aim, Fire: Weaponry in Military and Civilian Life
The Magic and Wonder of Childhood
Handmade & Handwritten
Fun in the Sun: Summer Activities and Adventures
'Well-Behaved Women Seldom Make History:'* The Feats and Exploits of Women
The Price of Freedom: The Revolutionary Era in America and France
Whimsical Wonders: Toys, Games, and Other Amusements from the Past
The Treasures of the Northwest Louisiana Archives and the James Smith Noel Collection
Nature's Beauty: Exploring Plants and Flowers and Their Uses
The Art of Love
Festivities and Rituals through the Ages
The Battle of New Orleans