The Jarislowsky Institute would like to congratulate Dr. Martha Langford, Distinguished Professor Emeriti, Art History at Concordia University and former Director of the Gail and Stephen A. Jarislowsky Institute for Studies in Canadian Art for her appointment to the Order of Canada for her ground clearing work in photography history and curation.
Langford's A History of Photography in Canada, Volume 1: Anticipation to Participation, 1839-1919 has won the Melva J. Dwyer Book Award, which is given by the Art Libraries Society of North America (ARLIS/NA). This annual award is given to creators of exceptional reference or research tools relating to Canadian art and architecture.
Bravo Dr. Langford!
GAIL AND STEPHEN A. JARISLOWSKY INSTITUTE FOR STUDIES IN CANADIAN ART
Part of a vibrant network of research units at Concordia University. Emphasizing exchange, collaboration, and trans-Canada partnerships, the Institute builds on its founders’ collective vision. The Institute was initiated in 1998 through the generous patronage of Gail and Stephen A. Jarislowsky.
