is the functional character of early American craftsmanship, its careful ad-
herence to the nature of the materials used and the simple severity of its
design. American Colonial art is one of the most original of all decorative
styles based on classical motifs.

Other galleries throughout the museum contain large exhibits of European
decorative arts from the sixteenth to the twentieth century, and of glass-
ware, sundials, clocks, and watches, as well as costumes, textiles, and laces.

Prints

The works of great printmakers are arranged in temporary exhibits on
the second floor of the north wing. The museum's large collection of prints
is in the Print Study Room, where it may be examined by visitors. Most of
the famous graphic artists are represented, including exceptional groups of
Rembrandt etchings, Durer engravings and woodcuts, and examples of
Holbein, Goya, Daumier, Blake, Meryon, and Whistler. Historic and tech-
nical material on etching, wood block and lithographic processes is in the
Print Study Room. The recent revival of interest in the graphic arts makes
these collections especially valuable to both artists and students.

To enhance the active use of its treasures, the museum offers lectures,
gallery talks, appointments with its instructors, and other educational serv-
ices. Copying and photographing of exhibits are permitted. Members of
the museum may attend special courses; courses for teachers and talks for
pupils in public schools, and story hours for children are also given. An
auditorium seating 450 persons and five classrooms are in use. An exten-
sive library contains books for reference and photographs, and lantern
slides and other material may be obtained for study at a nominal rental
through the Extension Division of the museum.

Eight Saturday evening concerts are usually given each year during Jan-
uary and March by a symphony orchestra under the direction of David
Mannes, although in 1939 only the four January concerts were given.

Museum of the City of New York

5th Ave., 103d to 104th St. IRT Lexington Ave. subway (local) to 103d St.; or
5th, Madison or Lexington Ave. bus to 104th St. Hours: weekdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
(closed Tuesday), Sunday 1 to 5 p.m. Admission: 25c Monday, other days free.
Sunday lectures, November to March at 4 p.m.

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