Public Tour of "We Demand: A Legacy of Activism in America"

Syracuse University Libraries’ Special Collections Research Center (SCRC) is offering public tours of the current exhibition, We Demand: A Legacy of Activism in America. Tours will be led by two of the exhibition’s curators: Jana Rosinski, SCRC Instruction and Education Librarian, and Lindy Smith, SCRC Assistant Director.

Since this country’s founding, the American people have shaped—and continue to shape—a more just and equitable future. For decades, SCRC has collected materials related to histories of activism and social reform in America, documenting how those who came before helped make advancements in rights possible. Posters, protest signs, photographs, demands, newsletters, and more show how individuals and groups have challenged injustice and secured greater freedoms, often in the face of extraordinary challenges and circumstances.

Consider which legacies of activism have shaped your own experiences, what movements and causes resonate with you, and which stories remain to be told.

Tours are free and open to the public. Spots are limited, so registration is required.

The exhibition is on view at the Special Collections Research Center, Bird Library, 6th floor gallery, through the end of December 2026.

If you require an accommodation, please email Max Wagh at [email protected].