Events
Exhibit at the Dartmouth College Baker-Berry Library - September 1 - November 16, 2021
The Guild of Book Workers is a national organization founded in 1906 that brings together people involved in all the book arts. The New England Chapter, one of ten regional chapters with 180 members, organizes programs within the region, such as lectures, workshops, and exhibitions.
This exhibition marks the 40th Anniversary of the New England Chapter highlighting the creative range and skills of the current members. The work bridges traditional fine binding to innovative design binding where book forms are re-imagined using unconventional materials in new experimental ways.
Exhibit design & installation by Deborah Howe, Lizzie Curran, and Lucy Dunphy Barsness. Graphics by Dennis Grady.
Baker-Berry Library, Berry Main Street September 1 - November 16, 2021
40 Years: Celebrating the New England Chapter of the Guild of Book Workers
Exhibit at the Boston Athenæum - May 15 - August 7, 2021
A recording of the Meet the Makers talk available here.
In-Person Gallery Talks
Free for Members | Free with Admission for Visitors
Sam Ellenport - July 17th from 11:00 - 11:30am
Todd Pattison - July 20th from 5:00 - 5:30pm
Jennifer Pellecchia - July 27th from 5:00 - 5:30pm
Founded in 1906, the Guild of Book Workers seeks to broaden public awareness of the hand book arts. The Guild hosts educational opportunities, sponsors exhibitions, and advocates for high standards and sound conservation practices. In 1980, a group of passionate bookbinders, conservators, printers, papermakers, book artists, and their supporters in and around Boston rallied for the creation of the Guild's first regional chapter. Following the New England Chapter’s establishment, new regional chapters soon followed, expanding support for a widening community of book workers around the country.
This exhibition celebrates 40 years of creativity fostered by the New England Chapter. The works on display represent a broad spectrum of tradition and innovation, spanning expertly crafted fine and design bindings, as well as beautifully sculpted artists’ books and boxes.
With rich holdings in the contemporary and historic book arts, and with overlaps in our collections, membership, and staff, the Boston Athenæum is pleased to continue our support for the Chapter by serving as the opening venue for the exhibition.
A Wider Purpose: Maker Talk with Members of the Guild of Book Workers, New England Chapter
The Guild of Book Workers New England Chapter 40th Anniversary Exhibition features works by 30 artists, some of which were completed as early as 2004, and one of which remains in progress. Exhibitor and GBW Board Member Jennifer Pellecchia will give a “gallery talk”, and discuss some of the challenges and advantages of moving the exhibition online. Katrina Carye, Colin Urbina, and Stephanie Wolff, will speak about the works they submitted, and the ways that current events have shaped their creative lives.