Ivory as an Amphibious Material
by John White In German, the word for “ivory” (Elfenbein) contains a direct reference to elephants. However, ivory is also sourced from other animals. Walruses, narwhals, and other animals have tusks, which artists around the globe have carved and worked for...
Free Collecting250 Educator Guides Available for the Semiquincentennial
The Decorative Arts Trust is excited to announce the publication of four complimentary educator guides related to Collecting250, a free, public resource that commemorates the United States Semiquincentennial with a celebration of 250 historic objects from all 50...
2026 Failey Grants Awarded to Nine Institutions
The Decorative Arts Trust is pleased to offer support through Dean F. Failey Grants to nine outstanding projects in the material culture field, a record number of grantees for this impactful program. The Trust received over 60 applications for this funding, surpassing...
San Francisco Shares a Distinct Design Flavor during Fall Symposium
Our October 2025 Symposium in San Francisco, with optional tours in Palo Alto and Sonoma, thrilled participants with the diversity of decorative arts attractions and the hospitality of our warm hosts. Pre-Symposium Tour in Palo Alto and Environs The lovely college...
Milwaukee Art Museum Awarded Curatorial Internship Grant
The Decorative Arts Trust is thrilled to announce that the Milwaukee Art Museum (MAM) is the recipient of the 2026–28 Curatorial Internship Grant. The Marie Zimmermann Curatorial Fellow at MAM will gain hands-on curatorial work experience across collection assessment,...
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Formerly known as the "blog,” the Bulletin features new research and scholarship, travelogues, book reviews, and museum and gallery exhibitions. The Bulletin complements The Magazine of the Decorative Arts Trust, our biannual members publication.