Maihaugen Gallery

The Maihaugen Gallery (14N-130) offers a secure, museum-grade exhibition space to highlight historical documents, rare books, maps, artwork, photographs, and other materials from the MIT Libraries Department of Distinctive Collections.

The gallery opened in 2008 and was established with the generous support of MIT alumni and friends of the Libraries.

Hayden Loft

The Hayden Loft Case (14S-100) is a single display case that provides an opportunity to highlight topics related to MIT history or Distinctive Collections initiatives.

Interested in curating an exhibit in the Maihaugen or Hayden Loft? See the Maihaugen Gallery & Hayden Loft – Guidelines for Exhibitors for more information.

Questions about the Maihaugen Gallery or Hayden Loft, contact: maihaugen-lib@mit.edu

Rotch Library Gallery

Rotch Library Gallery is comprised of a 400 square-foot gallery with two additional display cases and two panels for exhibits focusing on interdisciplinary arts practices, works that push creative intellectual boundaries, and support research. Some topics include but are not limited to architecture, art, photography, design, urban planning, housing, community development, geography, globalization and the environment. The space is also a venue for curriculum-based shows and encourages student exhibits. The gallery is open to the MIT community – students, staff, faculty, and alumni; including members of their immediate families and sponsored affiliates. Exhibitions proposed by individuals or groups not affiliated with MIT will be considered, based on availability and content. The gallery has been exhibiting since the early 1990s.