Many moons ago when I was an ambitious and dedicated student of American art, I was so fortunate to receive two separate Fellowships at the Met’s American Wing. Almost unbelievably, the Met sponsored the extensive research and writing of my doctoral dissertation over nearly four years on American 19th century sculpture and while there, I was asked to contribute to several scholarly publications being produced by the department. I knew then, as I know now, these were my halcyon days.

Last year the American Wing celebrated its 100th birthday and this video was produced as a part of that effort. I think you will learn a lot about the department and be impressed with its holdings and the way in which they display their incomparable collections.