St. Louis Mercantile Library

Shopmaker Exhibition

 

Presidents & Politics: Selections from the Dr. Allen B. & Helen S. Shopmaker Politcal Collection

Presidents and Politics: Selections from the Dr. Allen B. & Helen S. Shopmaker Political Collection

An exhibition of Presidential election materials from 1824—2008, including rare textiles, ballots, campaign buttons, and posters. 

Exhibition: September 30, 2012—January 27, 2013 

Opening Reception Sunday, September 30, 2-5 p.m. will feature noted historian and author Mark Neely speaking on The Democratic Party in the Civil War and the Election of 1864. 

This event is free and open to the public.  Ample free parking in the West Drive Garage South.

Learn more about American politics and campaign collectibles on a free public tour, every Saturday at 11 am and Sunday at 2 pm, or schedule a private group tour by phoning 314.516.7248.

For driving directions and campus map, click here.