Exhibits and Archives
at Blake’s Barn

Jacob’s Pillow Archives
Norton Owen Reading Room / Stephan Driscoll Collection

Open Tuesdays & Sundays noon through 5pm
Wednesday-Saturdays noon through final curtain
No appointment needed

This spacious, informal library and reading room allows visitors to view videos, browse through books, access the Pillow’s computer catalog, or peruse permanent collections of Pillow programs and photographs from the Archives. The Norton Owen Reading Room and new Special Collections Room also feature recent donations and more archival treasures from the Stephan Driscoll Collection.

Exhibits

Now & Then: Evocative Dance Portraits by Christopher Duggan
in Blake’s Barn

Photography has been an integral part of Jacob’s Pillow throughout its 90 seasons, and Festival Photographer Christopher Duggan has often mined this tradition for inspiration, culminating in these pairings of vintage and contemporary images. Open Tuesday-Sunday, noon through final curtain.

The Ted Shawn Theatre: An Evolving Landmark
in the Ted Shawn Theatre Lobby

While the unveiling of an entirely new stage house takes the focus in 2022, this landmark structure has been a “work in progress” ever since its opening in 1942. Through vintage imagery and artifacts on display, the rich history of America’s first dance theater comes into view. Open daily, noon through final curtain.

Online Exhibit: Jacob’s Pillow Dance Interactive

This evolving online resource features breathtaking video highlights of Pillow performances from the early 1930s through today, with an expanded section of multimedia essays featuring talks, photos, and other exclusive content organized into various themes. danceinteractive.jacobspillow.org