On display October 2018 - December 2018, in the Salz-Pollak Atrium Gallery of Pollak Library.

 

about the exhibit

The Frankenstein Meme celebrates the enduring influence of Mary Shelley's world-famous novel, Frankenstein, on the 200th-Anniversary of its publication in 1818. The art show, curated by Art Professor Cliff Cramp, features  CSUF students and faculty exploring the continuing play of images and themes from  Shelley's novel across our visual culture. The Special Collections display, curated by  CSUF students, Patricia Prestinary (Special Collections Librarian) , and Dr. David Sandner  (English Professor), showcases key works from our science fiction collection that point to the influence of the Frankenstein story on other stories told in magazines,  novels, movies and more, including Science Fiction and Fantasy pulp magazines, the androids of Philip K. Dick,  works from the Steampunk movement begun by CSUF alums, and much more.

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ABOUT THE CURATORs

Dr. David Sandner is a professor from the Department of English, Comparative Literature, and Linguistics. Cliff Cramp is both the program coordinator and professor for the illustration program within the department of visual and performing arts. Patricia Prestinary is the Special Collections Librarian and Digital Studio Coordinator for University Archives and Special Collections. 

 

The Frankenstein Meme Project wishes to thank the following for their support: the Pollak Library, the Patrons of the Library, and ASI.

Exhibit Location

 Salz-Pollak Atrium Gallery of Pollak Library .