Archives Scrapbooks

The image shows an open page from a printed publication, likely a newspaper or magazine, dated October 9, 1981. The left page is the front page of "The Harvard Crimson," a student newspaper. The main headline reads, "Concern About Future Funding Delays Fogg Expansion Plan," with a subheading and a small illustration of a building plan. The right page contains a continuation of an article titled "Fogg," discussing the financial challenges and delays in the Fogg Art Museum's expansion plans. There is also a smaller article on the right page titled "Barrett, Ryan Attend Harvard Workshop," which reports on a workshop at Harvard University. The overall appearance of the pages suggests they are from a print edition, with some signs of wear and age.

This image shows an open book with a yellowed page. On the left side of the book, there is a clipped newspaper article. The article is from "The Harvard Crimson," dated October 9, 1981, and is titled "Concern About Future Funding Delays Fogg Expansion Plan." The article discusses the delay in the construction of an extension to the Fogg Art Museum due to concerns about future funding. It includes a detailed building illustration.

On the right side of the book, there are two additional clipped articles. The top one is titled "Fogg" and discusses the museum's expansion plans and the need for more space. The bottom article is titled "Barrett, Ryan attend Harvard workshop" and describes a workshop attended by Mary Barrett and Kathleen Ryan from the Social Studies Department in the Easton School System. The workshop focused on the Medieval Middle East and included lectures, a museum visit, and discussions on teaching techniques.

This image shows an open book or bound volume displaying two pages of The Harvard Crimson, the student newspaper of Harvard University.

Left Page (Front Page):

• Header: "The Harvard Crimson" is printed vertically along the left margin. Below it, "VOLUME CLXXIV, No. 23" and "CAMBRIDGE, MASS., FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 1981" are visible, along with the price "TWENTY CENTS".
• Main Headline: "Concern About Future Funding Delays Fogg Expansion Plan". This article, by Burton E. Jabin, discusses the postponement of the Fogg Art Museum's expansion due to funding issues.
• Article Text: The article details the financial concerns raised by George Putnam (University treasurer) and others regarding the $5.5 million projected cost of the new wing, and mentions a delay in finalizing plans, possibly due to a review of the budget.
• Image: A large, detailed line drawing is positioned below the main article. It is a cutaway architectural illustration of the planned Fogg Art Museum expansion, showcasing the building's structure and interior layout. A caption beneath the drawing reads: "Construction of the Fogg Museum's extension has been delayed pending a thorough review of the project's finances. The building, initially projected to cost $5.5 million, has increased to $7.9 million—needed to realize architect James Stirling’s plans (pictured above)."
• Layout: The main article and illustration dominate the page.

Right Page (Page 6):

• Header: "PAGE SIX" is clearly visible at the top.
• First Article: A continuation of the Fogg Museum story, titled "Fogg". It notes the new building was designed by British architect James Stirling, was originally scheduled for completion in 1983, and was designed to house collections from the Near Eastern, Islamic, Oriental, and ancient art departments, plus classrooms and a 300-seat lecture hall.
• Second Article: Titled "Barrett, Ryan attend Harvard workshop". It reports on a workshop titled "The Medieval Middle East: What the Crusaders Found," attended by Mary Barrett and Kathleen Ryan from the Easton School System. The article details the workshop's content, including lectures by Dr. Oleg Grabar, a tour of the Fogg Museum's Islamic art exhibit led by Dr. Michelle de Angelis, and discussions on teaching techniques.
• Byline: Below the second article's headline, it states "EASTON BULLETIN EASTON, MA. w. 1380" and "DEC 24 1981 New England Newsco". This indicates the article is a reprint from the Easton Bulletin, dated December 24, 1981.
• Layout: The page is divided into two distinct article sections.

Overall: The image captures a moment in Harvard's history, as reported in its student newspaper, focusing on campus developments (the Fogg Museum's delayed expansion) and community engagement (a local teachers' workshop). The book itself appears to be a bound volume of the newspaper, with yellowed pages suggesting age.

A book is open to a page with a newspaper clipping on the left and a news article on the right. The clipping on the left is from "The Harvard Crimson" and is titled "Concern About Future Funding Delays Fogg Expansion Plan." The article is about the Fogg Art Museum's expansion plan, which is delayed due to funding concerns. The news article on the right is titled "Barrett, Ryan attend Harvard workshop." The article is about a workshop on Islamic calligraphy and art at Harvard, attended by Ryan Barrett and Kathleen Mary Barrett.

An open book with yellow pages and black borders is on a gray surface. The book has a title, "The Harvard Crimson," at the top. The text on the pages is in black font. The book has a diagram of a building, a floor plan, and a map. The diagram is on the left side of the book, while the map is on the right side. The text on the pages is in black font.

The image shows two pages from a publication titled "The Harvard Crimson," dated Friday, October 5, 1981. The left page is labeled Volume CXIV, No. 23, and the right page is labeled Page Six.

Left Page: "Delays Fog Expansion Plan"

• Headline: "Delays Fog Expansion Plan"

• Subheading: "Concern About Future Funding"

• Content:
  The article discusses delays in the expansion plans for the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. Key points include:

  • The Fogg Corporation, a nonprofit entity managing the museum, is facing funding concerns.
  • The expansion was originally scheduled for completion in 1983 but has been delayed due to financial and planning issues.
  • The new building, designed by architect James Stirling, was intended to house the Fogg's permanent collection of Near Eastern, Middle Eastern, and Ancient Art, as well as classrooms and offices for the Fine Arts Department and a 300-seat lecture hall.
  • The article mentions that the Fogg Corporation will meet with the Harvard Corporation to discuss funding and address concerns about the project's feasibility.

• Visual Elements:

  • There is a small illustration or diagram at the bottom left of the page, likely depicting part of the proposed expansion or existing museum layout.
  • The article includes quotes and details from various stakeholders, such as Steve Olson from the Fogg Corporation and George Poitras from the Harvard Corporation.

Right Page: "Barrett, Ryan attend Harvard workshop"

• Headline: "Barrett, Ryan attend Harvard workshop"

• Content:
  The article reports on a workshop attended by Ryan Barrett and Kathleen Ryan from the Easton School System. Key points include:

  • The workshop was held at Harvard University and was titled "The Medieval Middle East: The Crusaders Found."
  • The program was described as "quite beneficial and informative."
  • A lecture was presented by Dr. Oleg Grabar, Professor of Islamic Arts at Harvard, on the importance and architectural influence of mosques in the Islamic world.
  • Participants visited the Fogg Art Museum, where they saw an exhibit of Islamic calligraphy, tapestries, and artifacts, led by Dr. Michelle de Angelis, Assistant Curator of Islamic Art.
  • After lunch, participants viewed a film on Islamic lifestyles. The program included a critical analysis of misrepresentation of Islamic history using local texts as an example.
  • The workshop was hosted by Dr. Grabar and turned into an informal discussion among participants, who were Christians and Muslims. The article notes that the workshop provided classroom teachers with opportunities to discuss teaching techniques and resources.

• Visual Elements:

  • The page includes a header for the Easton Bulletin, dated December 24, 1981, indicating that this article was republished or referenced from another source.
  • The layout is typical of a newspaper or magazine, with clear headings, subheadings, and structured paragraphs.

Overall Context:

The two pages provide a snapshot of campus life and academic activities at Harvard University in 1981. The left page focuses on administrative and financial concerns regarding the expansion of the Fogg Art Museum, while the right page highlights an educational workshop attended by local educators, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning and cultural exchange. The publication appears to be a student newspaper, The Harvard Crimson, offering insights into both institutional developments and academic initiatives.

The image shows a page from a book or magazine, featuring an article about the Harvard Crimson and a news clipping about Fogg.

• The article on the left side of the page is titled "Concern About Future Funding Delays Fogg Expansion Plan" and discusses the potential delay of the Fogg Museum's expansion plan due to funding concerns.
  • The article is written in black ink and includes a headline, subheadings, and paragraphs of text.
  • The article appears to be from a newspaper or magazine, possibly from the 1980s or 1990s based on the style of the layout and the content.
• The news clipping on the right side of the page is titled "Barrett, Ryan attend Harvard workshop" and reports on a workshop attended by Mary Barrett and Kathleen Ryan of the Social Studies Department at Harvard University.
  • The clipping is dated December 24, 1981, and includes a brief summary of the workshop's topics and speakers.
  • The clipping appears to be from a local newspaper or bulletin, possibly from the Easton area.

Overall, the image suggests that the book or magazine is focused on education and cultural institutions, with a particular emphasis on Harvard University and the Fogg Museum.

The image depicts a page from an old book, featuring a newspaper clipping and a bulletin. The newspaper clipping is titled "The Harvard Crimson" and has the date "Friday, October 9, 1981" printed on it. The article discusses concerns about future funding delays for the Fogg Expansion Plan.

Adjacent to the newspaper clipping is a bulletin titled "Easton Bulletin" with the date "Dec 24 1981" printed on it. The bulletin mentions that Barrett and Ryan attended a Harvard workshop, which was presented by Dr. Oleg Grabar, Professor of Islamic Arts at Harvard. The workshop focused on the importance and architectural influence of mosques and their impact in the entire Islamic world.

Overall, the image appears to be a collection of historical documents related to Harvard University and its academic programs.

The image depicts an open book with yellowed pages, showcasing a collection of newspaper clippings and articles. The left page features a prominent headline from "The Harvard Crimson" dated October 9, 1981, reading "Concern About Future Funding Delays Fogg Expansion Plan." This article is accompanied by a detailed illustration of a building's architectural design.

On the right page, a clipping from the "Easton Bulletin" dated December 24, 1981, is visible, titled "Barrett, Ryan attend Harvard workshop." Above this article, a partial view of another clipping can be seen, with the title "Fogg" and the notation "Page Six" at the top. The background of the image is a plain gray surface, providing a neutral backdrop for the open book.

The image shows an open book with two pages visible, featuring newspaper clippings. The left page displays a prominent article from "The Harvard Crimson" dated Friday, October 9, 1981, titled "Delays Fogg Expansion Plan" and subtitled "Concern About Future Funding." The article discusses the delay in the Fogg Art Museum's expansion plan due to concerns about future funding.

On the right page, there are two smaller newspaper clippings. The top clipping is from "Fogg" and appears to be a continuation of an article from page 1, although the text is partially cut off. The bottom clipping is from the "Easton Bulletin" dated December 24, 1981, and features an article titled "Barrett, Ryan attend Harvard workshop." This article reports on two individuals who attended a workshop at Harvard University focused on the medieval Middle East, where they learned about the impact of mosques on Islamic art and architecture.

The book's pages have a yellowed appearance, suggesting age, and are set against a gray background. Overall, the image presents a collection of historical newspaper articles related to the Fogg Art Museum and academic events at Harvard University.