First I had to stockpile Canadian blueberries and maple syrup, and now this?! Guess I'm making a Trader Joe's run this afternoon.

Cool kid.

IT’S ELECTION DAY, AMERICA! Remember to get out and VOTE!!!

Always golden.

LOCK IN AND PAY ATTENTION.

You should come to this, y'all. Hope to see you there!

As a former grantee, I have to say that this program changed my teaching and my scholarship in profoundly positive ways. Worth applying!

This takes me back to the years when the only station we could watch on our black-and-white TV was PBS. (They were good years!) RIP Prunella Scales, you gave us some great laughs!

Iconography matters, mes amis. A useful guide.

This photo of Trump destroying the White House, while he destroys our nation is going to be in the history books.

Minneapolis is showing up and showing out. #NoKings

Holy crap Kara Walker chopped up a Stonewall Jackson statue and revealed a monster

What you do matters. The “grapefruit ladies” of Ireland: youtube.com/shorts/O5yK7...

It's 55º degrees out and overcast -- what I like to call "Scottish weather". It's also peak fall color, with red maples everywhere. I'm sipping a cup of Grasshopper tea (mint and vanilla), and today I'm wearing BPAL's Belle Époque (sweet opium, Lily of the Valley, vanilla, mandarin, red sandalwood).

I finished this book two weeks ago, and I am *still* thinking about it. A beautiful meditation on what it means to encounter the natural world on its own terms.

Rocky Horror was my first outlet and introduction into queer culture growing up in ultra-conservative Omaha, Nebraska. It was nothing short of a lifeline for so many of us at the time

Sorry, but this is peak art historian humor, as anyone who has ever taught on William Blake's work can tell you!

Buh-bye. Account deleted. I verified, and yes this is in the new terms of service (as of 9/16/25). This, plus the AI email spam every week, was just one bridge too far for me. If you want to read my work and can't track it down, just contact me -- I'm happy to share it!

Sharing this, as I happen to published in one of the books listed -- Rethinking the Public Fetus. It's a great book!

As a historian who double-majored in French and art history, I *also* appreciate close reading, and must sadly concur with the following statement regarding recent political developments:

As a historian of the 19th century, I *always* appreciate a gilded age reference or two. This is brilliant.

The shooting happened while I was sitting in my classroom with 13 students, a mile away, and we knew nothing about it. My god make this madness stop.

There's a vigil tonight at 8pm, Lynnhurst Park, for victims of the Annunciation shooting. It's being organized by Moms Demand Action and Protect MN. Please share to your networks. #minneapolis #twincities #mpls

The men selling their own children born of rape: that's what the Confederate flag stands for.

This is masculinity too

Honestly, I don't understand why we aren't doing this *everywhere*. It has so many benefits and so few costs. While we're at it, let's plant fruit trees so that folks can benefit from free food (I've seen this at work in California, and it's awesome).

My last night in London involved an impromptu picnic consisting of a cheese & onion sandwich, ripe strawberries, Pink Lady apple juice, and strawberries & cream yogurt. Dairy + fruit = my happy place.

Anyone else working at the British Library, the Wellcome, or the BNF right now? I'd love to connect with other historians (art historians / historians of medicine / book history folks).

The news really sucks today. Instead of boosting a harmful Supreme Court decision, here’s something better: a practical guide on how to support the LGBTQ+ youth in your life. Because they deserve our attention, our protection, and our love. 💖🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈 www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/ar...

Melissa Hortman, who was assassinated last night, was the Speaker of the Minnesota House in the 2023-2024 session, when Democrats ran the state government. That means she had a leading role in shepherding the many landmark reforms that Dems adopted in that period—an important legacy. Brief 🧵.

This is heartbreaking.

As I mentioned, I'm *always* up for a good art historical reference. Barbara Kruger has never felt so relevant.

I always, always appreciate a good art historical reference. The top work is Paul Revere (American, 1734–1818), The Boston Massacre, 1770. Hand-colored etching and engraving. Note that the victims include Crispus Attucks, a Black dockworker. Read more here: www.metmuseum.org/perspectives....

This is going to be devastating for the arts. I count at least $280,000 for my little corner of the world -- to some of our most respected institutions (including one publisher).

As a historian who writes a lot about the history of 19th-century anatomical science with a passion for all things Northern ... I approve this trailer. Can't wait!

Translation: "For some, a small rainbow flag can mean we feel safer. You see the flag and think; 'I can fit in here' A simple way to know that I am also appreciated." Warning -- the video may produce joyful tears.

And some more good news: "Harvard Relents After Protracted Fight Over Slave Photos: A legal battle between Harvard & a woman who says two slave portraits are of her ancestors will end in a settlement, with the photos going to a Black history museum in South Carolina." www.nytimes.com/2025/05/28/u...

In case you needed some good news this week: "Skulls of 19 Black Americans Return to New Orleans After 150 Years in Germany: The remains, used in the 19th c. as part of now discredited racial science, are being laid to rest on Saturday in a traditional jazz funeral." www.nytimes.com/2025/05/30/u...

Too good not to repost. I sure wish Kate McKinnon would go back to SNL -- we need her!!

Just reading this article made me tear up; the documentary is going to be devastating. And I can't wait to see it. RIP Paul Reubens.

Do not listen to RFK Jr. on covid vaccines for pregnant people. Listen to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, which STRONGLY recommends a covid vaccine during pregnancy, for the health of the pregnant person and the fetus. 🧪 www.acog.org/covid-19/cov...

Sex and the City Golden Girls Schitts Creek Grace & Frankie Jane the Virgin

Join us for this seminar on my current favorite topic: anonymity in medical photography!

I said it would get worse very quickly. By tomorrow we will have completed the most dangerous & frightening 24 hours thus far of Trump 2.0. Just to name a few: 1. Defiance of a court order by sending migrants to Sudan without due process (despite clear DP decision SCOTUS) & Dist. CT. order.

"Majors in nutrition, art history and philosophy all outperformed STEM fields when it comes to employment prospects, according to a recent analysis of labor market outcomes of college graduates by major by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York." Because art historians rock!

Every book published in the United States is sent to the Library of Congress. Also, if you are under 16 you cannot use the reading room or order books.

RFK: we’re gonna make a list Everyone: the fuck? RFK: ok no list Everyone: whew but wtf were you thinking RFK: here’s how we’re making the list

Oh, be still my beating heart