Archives, Artwork, and a Garden: The John Stokes and Mary’s Gardens Collection at the University of Dayton

The University of Dayton hosted a unique exhibit in the spring of 2017 highlighting the John Stokes and Mary\u27s Gardens archival collection. In addition to materials from the collection, the exhibit also featured a live garden with flowers named for the Blessed Virgin Mary inside the library, and specially commissioned artwork by artist Holly Schapker. The library was able to reach different audiences and hopes this will serve as an example in thinking of more interactive ways for visitors to experience an archival exhibit