- Sponsor
- University of Illinois Library Friends
- Speaker
- Ruthann Mowry, Veronica Menaldi, PhD, Mx. Cassandra Snow & Benebell Wen
- Cost
- No Cost
- Registration
- RSVP by October 16
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- 5
- Originating Calendar
- Library Friends Events Calendar
The University of Illinois Library invites you to discover the History of Tarot with our in-house specialist, Ruthann Mowry, Curator of Rare Books & Manuscripts, and special guests: Veronica Menaldi, PhD, Mx. Cassandra Snow & Benebell Wen. Join us for exclusive giveaways, unique treats, and an opportunity to learn your fortune and explore our exquisite tarot exhibit.
Ruthann E. Mowry is a Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts and Assistant Professor at the Rare Book & Manuscript Library, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Ruthann holds an M.L.I.S. with a specialization in Rare Books and Manuscripts from Indiana University, complemented by a Master's degree in Ancient History Language Acquisition. Their research centers on the history of magic and the occult in medieval manuscript culture as well as curatorial practices that expand access to special collections and advocate for inclusive engagement across academic and public communities. Ruthann co-chairs the Membership and Professional Development Committee for the Rare Book and Manuscript Section (RBMS) and co-chairs programming for the 2027 RBMS national conference. Their public programming has reached over one million people through social media and tens of thousands of live participants.