An event in honor of J. D. Salinger’s 100th birthday, unveiling new digitized portraits of the author.
The University of New Hampshire (UNH) is hosting an evening event in honor of J.D. Salinger. Salinger was born in 1919, which makes 2019 the centennial anniversary of his birth. During the event, UNH is proud to showcase previously unknown, and exceptionally rare photographs of Salinger, taken by famed Jewish female photographer Lotte Jacobi. These portraits have recently been digitized as part of the UNH Dimond Library Jacobi Collection, and are available for license.
The Salinger exhibit is part of a larger exhibition on Lotte Jacobi's work that will open in the Special Collections Museum on January 24th.
Professor Thomas Payne, author and faculty in the UNH MFA writing program, will speak about Salinger during the program. Of Salinger, Professor Payne notes he, “owes him and his work a great deal,” and will honor the author by exploring Salinger’s influence over writers like himself, and the strength of his craft, including a short selection of readings from Salinger’s works. The museum will also showcase special items related to Salinger for guests to view. Complimentary refreshments will be served.
This event is free and open to the public. Registration is not required, but please RSVP to ensure an accurate headcount.