The identification and care of photographs and images passed down from generation to generation is showcased in the Indiana Historical Society (IHS) traveling exhibit, A Perfect Likeness: Care and Identification of Family Photographs. Now through October 15, the Culver-Union Township Public Library will host the exhibit in the lower level of the library, located at 107 North Main Street in Culver.
The exhibit, sponsored by IHS and the George Eastman House International Museum of Photography and Film, focuses on how families can preserve 19th century processes and formats such as the daguerreotype, tintype, ambrotype, cabinet card and carte de visite. Joan Hostetler, a historic photograph consultant, served as the exhibit’s guest curator.
“Although there is an established profession dedicated to conserving photographs, much of the research does not trickle down to the average person with cherished family photographs,” said Hostetler. “The goal of this exhibit is to bridge the gap by relaying information to the public on identifying, dating and caring for their photographs.”
For more information about A Perfect Likeness, visit the library between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. daily Monday through Saturday, or call (574) 842-2941.
About IHS Traveling Exhibitions
Historical societies, museums, libraries, schools and other nonprofit organizations in Indiana can book this and other traveling exhibits through IHS’s Local History Services department. Exhibits may be borrowed for approximately four to five weeks at a time. To book an exhibit, please contact Karen DePauw at localhistoryservices@
About the Indiana Historical Society
Since 1830, the Indiana Historical Society has been Indiana’s Storyteller™, connecting people to the past by collecting, preserving and sharing the state’s history. A private, nonprofit membership organization, IHS maintains the nation’s premier research library and archives on the history of Indiana and the Old Northwest and presents a unique set of visitor experiences called the Indiana Experience. IHS also provides support and assistance to local museums and historical groups; publishes books and periodicals; sponsors teacher workshops; produces and hosts art exhibitions, museum theater and outside performance groups; and provides youth, adult and family programs. IHS is a Smithsonian Affiliate and a member of the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience.
