Mechanical Brides: Women and Machines from Home to Office

This exhibition takes a critical look at the household and office objects marketed to and used by women, including telephones, typewriters, desks, washing machines, vacuums, and irons are displayed. Oral histories, advertisements, photographs, and film stills contribute to the narrative.

Organized by Ellen Lupton, Curator of Contemporary Design, with Sheri Sandler, object curator for the exhibition. Made possible with support from NYNEX.