History Center to Debut “The Art of the Miniature"

The History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff’s upcoming exhibition The Art of the Miniature explores the craft of miniature making through the lens of Lake Forest resident Narcissa Niblack Thorne, her workshop, and the many artisans and craftsmen who brought her visions to life.

“Lake Forest has so many personal connections to the world of miniatures,” says Laurie Stein, Deputy Director and Head of Curation. “Through Narcissa Thorne herself, a resident for years, but also through local collectors of her work and other past artists and creators, such as Petite Maison gallery.”

With rarely exhibited original Thorne miniatures and with contemporary masterpieces from The Kupjack Studios, museum visitors will be able to explore how miniatures are made and learn more about their historical context.

"In The Art of the Miniature, we magnify the work of the talented artists, craftspeople, and designers who executed the Thorne Miniature Rooms,” explains Guest Curator Madeline Crispell. “Visitors will see Narcissa Thorne's projects in a new context by exploring the craft of miniature making–a centuries old art, still evolving today."

The Art of the Miniature opens to the public on November 11th. Admission is free. The History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff is located at 509 East Deerpath in Lake Forest, IL. For more information visit lflbhistory.org.