New exhibit at the Osborne Collection: Jack and Jill of All Trades
Jack and Jill of All Trades: the world of work in children's books
March 12 – June 4
The Potters" from Little Workers by C.M. Lowe, illus. E. Stuart hardy. London: Ernest Nister; New York: E.P. Dutton & Co., [1909].
The Osborne Collection of Early Children's Books presents an exhibit of children's books, book art and ephemera depicting the changing world of work and occupations over the centuries, from 18th-century "Cries of London" to 20th-century career stories for girls.
Admission is free. Suitable for all ages.
The Collection is located in the Lillian H. Smith branch, 239 College Street, 4th floor.
Open weekdays 10-6, Saturdays 9-5, closed Sundays and holidays.
For more information please contact:
Lori McLeod, Librarian, Osborne Collection
lmcleod@torontopubliclibrary.ca
lmcleod@torontopubliclibrary.ca
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