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Marriott Library

Friday, October 23, 2009

Blog entry by Ambrea Kuhn, The Leonardo's Fall 2009 Intern

The University of Utah's Marriott Library was constructed and opened in 1968. For the past 4 years the library has undergone an intense renovation. The restoration included the addition of the ARC, which is a robotic management tool for the library's collection. Seismic and other safety upgrades were also made, much like The Leonardo's building is currently undergoing.

Installing "Poems of Rainbow"

In addition to the renovations, the Marriott Library commissioned artist Zhao Suikang for multiple pieces. "Poems of Rainbow," one of the most striking pieces, is composed of large, banner-like pieces that stretch across and down the third-floor foyer. Zhao created the piece by taking text from the library's books and layering acrylic over it. Zhao's work is scattered around the library with resin and bronze covered books.

Photos courtesy of University of Utah

Laura W. Bush will be the keynote speaker for the rededication ceremony. Mrs. Bush has served as a public school librarian and developed the first National Book Festival. The ceremony will be held Oct. 26 at 10:30 a.m. in the library atrium. Following the ceremony guided tours will be given from 12:20 p.m. until 3 p.m.

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