The Circle Gallery in the College of Environment and Design is hosting 925,000 Campsites: The Commodification of an American Experience by landscape architect Martin Hogue Feb. 19 through March 27. A reception and lecture by Hogue will be held Feb. 26 at 5 p.m. The gallery and lecture hall are located in the Jackson Street Building, 285 S. Jackson St.
This exhibit, which examines the design and use of campsites in the U.S., is comprised of drawings, photographs and scholarly research that portray graphically the evolution of camping in America. Particular emphasis lies in campsite symbols, structures and character as well as infrastructure and cultural relevance.
Open free to the public, the gallery is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and by appointment.
