Organized and drawn from the collection of the Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery, this exhibition explores how artists in the United States have chosen to portray themselves through painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and video since the beginning of the 20th century. These works raise important questions about self-reflection and self-perception
This exhibition will feature over 100 original political cartoons created by local cartoonist Bob Palmer during his tenure at the "Springfield News-Leader". Between 1953 and 1991, Palmer made a daily cartoon covering everything from daily life in the Ozarks to national presidential elections to international issues ranging from Middle East Peace negotiations to concerns over Foreign Aid.
In June 2016, Artist Anne Lindberg was commissioned to create a site-specific installation in the King Gallery. The work, "tilted sky," is composed of Egyptian cotton thread and staples. The work will remain on long-term view as part of the Museum's collection.
