EXHIBIT: Out of Scope: Unexpected Artifacts in Special Collections

Explore unexpected artifacts that have made their way into Special Collections!

Cultural organizations such as libraries, museums, and archives rely on a collection development strategy known as ‘scope‘ to shape their collections based on priorities outlined in their organization’s mission. Based on priorities outlined in their organization’s mission, the scope may center around a geographical focus, historical period, etc. Despite these guiding parameters, out-of-scope material inevitably makes its way into an organization’s collections. 

Out of Scope highlights unique and intriguing items found in Special Collections.