Learn about this exhibition from the curator
In this curator-guided tour of Made in America: The Industrial Photography of Christopher Payne, visitors will explore some of the 70 original photographs of industrial manufacturing across the United States, as seen through the lens of photographer Christopher Payne. From candy to pianos to humanoid robots, Payne’s photographs capture the ingenuity and diversity of products made in America, and the skilled workers who make them. This tour will be led by Susan Brown, Acting Head of Textiles and Associate Curator.
ACCESSIBILITY AND WHAT TO EXPECT
- Format: This is an informal, guided tour led by a Cooper Hewitt curator. Tours involve walking around the Museum and standing in galleries for extended periods of time. Standard manual wheelchairs, rollators, and portable stools are available for those who request them.
- About this space: This program will take place in person in the second floor galleries at Cooper Hewitt. The museum is fully wheelchair accessible. There is an accessible restroom by the cafe. Read more about accessibility at Cooper Hewitt.
- Accommodations: We welcome questions and accommodation requests that support your participation. Email us at CHEducation@si.edu. Please make your request as far in advance as possible—preferably at least one week before the program date.
SUPPORT
Made in America: The Industrial Photography of Christopher Payne received support from Smithsonian’s Our Shared Future: 250, a Smithsonian-wide initiative commemorating the nation’s 250th anniversary. Signature support for Smithsonian’s Our Shared Future: 250 has been provided by Lilly Endowment Inc. Additional generous contributions have been made by Target and New Balance.
