Hunt Gallery Ribbon Cutting

Michael and Lonna Smith cut the ribbon with Keith Webster.

On April 8, Libraries' supporters, faculty, and staff gathered for an opening celebration and ribbon cutting in Hunt Library Gallery to launch the latest exhibit, "Nuts, Bolts & Wheels: 100+ Years of Buggy" and recognize the support of Michael and Lonna Smith.

The Hunt Library Gallery, located in the first floor Emma Sharp Alcove, is a flexible space that allows for creative and experimental displays to engage students, alumni, and community members in new and different ways. The Smiths' gift supported the build out of the gallery and the purchase of display cases of multiple sizes, as well as a new moveable wall, to further augment the space and exhibit visuals. They have also created an endowment to fund exhibitions that celebrate collections held by the University Archives.

Related article: A Gift to Celebrate CMU's History

Hunt Library Gallery - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Keith Webster, Helen and Henry Posner, Jr. Dean of the University Libraries, gives the opening remarks.
Hunt Library Gallery - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Julia Corrin, University Archivist, introduces guests to the new exhibit.

Hunt Library Gallery - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Michael Smith talks about his experiences with CMU and working with Julia Corrin and Keith Webster on the new gallery.
Hunt Library Gallery - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Michael and Lonna Smith, whose generous gift led to the construction of Hunt Library gallery, receive a framed archival Buggy image from the Libraries.

Hunt Library Gallery - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Julia Corrin and Brad King, Editorial Director, ETC Press & University Libraries, pose in the exhibit.
Hunt Library Gallery - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Julia Corrin shows Michael Smith a vintage Buggy in the exhibit.

Hunt Library Gallery - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Libraries Advocacy Council members Colin McKechnie, Anne Molloy, and Hillard Lazarus.
Hunt Library Gallery - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Visitors enjoy the exhibit.

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