How well can you read handwritten items? Come test your decoding skills as we explore several hundred years of handwritten words on items from Toronto Public Library’s Special Collections.
The value of cursive writing has become a matter of debate as rapid technological changes make the need to put pen to paper increasingly rare.
One area where the prominence of handwriting is undeniable is in archives of historical papers. This exhibition showcases a variety of formats that researchers make use of such as personal letters, diaries, and notebooks as well as public documents, business records, and maps.
Visit TD Gallery to explore this FREE exhibition!
Free guided tours every Tuesday at 3:00pm and on February 12, March 12, April 9 and May 7 at 5:00pm. Registration is encouraged but there is space for drop in guests. Please meet at the entrance of the TD Gallery. If you would like to arrange a school or other interest group for a tour at an alternate time, please email tdgallery@tpl.ca
