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Illustration of a circus ring with performers and a dancer in a tutu. A clown and a seated man watch, conveying a lively, comedic atmosphere.
Exhibition

Fanmania

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Ornate folding fan with golden patterns and red accents on each rib, intricately designed with floral motifs, displayed against a neutral background.
Fans of The Met
Discover the fascinating roles fans have played across cultures and throughout history.
Ashley E. Dunn and Jane R. Becker
May 5
Fan showing a dramatic scene of a volcanic eruption and lava flow.
Fans to Remember
How does an everyday object meant to provide relief from the heat represent centuries of travel and exquisite design?
Ashley E. Dunn and Jane R. Becker
December 11, 2025
Display case of books within a larger exhibition
A Loan of One’s Own
Watson Library books in museum exhibitions.
Kelsey Talbot
November 19, 2025