Past Exhibits
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| Senior Archivist, Morgan Davis welcomed visitors at the opening of the exhibit on June 11. |
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Senator Ted Kennedy extends birthday greetings to Senator Dole on July 22, 1996. (photo by P.F. Bentley) |
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| Senator Dole in Florida, post-1996 election |
"Changing the Face of Power: Women in the U.S. Senate"
A traveling exhibit from the University of Texas at Austin, "Changing the Face of Power: Women in the U.S. Senate" was shown at the Dole Institute from June 11 to July 21, 2010. The exhibit of 38 black and white photographs taken by Melina Mara chronicled the activities of U.S. Women senators from 2001 to 2003.
When Mara began the project 13 women were serving in the Senate. By 2003, there were 14. In total, 38 women have served in the Senate and 17 currently hold the position.
Images from the Dole Archive photograph collection were also exhibited.
"Behind the Scenes: Preparing for the 1996 Presidential Debates"
Visitors to the Dole Institute can learn how presidential candidates prepare for the high stakes game of televised debates. This exhibit features never-before-seen photographs of Senator Dole and his advisors preparing to debate against President Clinton.
Also on display is the mock podium that Senator Dole used to practice for the debate. Made out of foam core board, it was built to exactly the same dimensions as the podium used in the official debate.
In addition to the permanent exhibits in the Dole Institute's Hanson Hall, new temporary exhibits are regularly added.
"Leader of The Pack: Life as a Senate Leader"
"Leader of the Pack: Life as a Senate Leader" is an anthropological exploration of sorts, displaying photographs and objects, some of which were removed from the Senator's desk upon his retirement in 1996. Dole's commitment to fair leadership and his dedication to public service are emphasized. The exhibit also includes his daily schedules book, never before viewed by the general public.
The exhibit was designed and mounted by two of the Institute's summer archival interns, both graduate students at the University of Kansas.
