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Hybrid Library Hours

Please note that students are not permitted inside the library at any time.

The library is physically open for faculty use and Library Takeout:

  • Mon- Wed: 7:45am – 3:45pm
  • Thurs: 9:00am – 3:45pm
  • Fri: 7:45am – 2:45pm
  • Sat: Closed

The library is virtually open via chat:

  • Mon- Wed: 7:45am – 3:45pm and 6:00pm – 10:00pm
  • Thurs: 9:00am – 3:45pm and 6:00pm – 10:00pm
  • Fri: 7:45am – 2:45pm
  • Sat: Closed
  • Sun: 6:00pm – 10:00pm

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Q: Who invented cat-eye glasses? A: A Dana Hall al Q: Who invented cat-eye glasses? A: A Dana Hall alumna, of course! Altina Schinasi, born in New York City in 1907, graduated from @DanaHallSchool with the #Classof1924. Among her many activities at #DanaHall, she was Class Historian and Class Vice-President both her junior and senior years. Altina lived a creative life as an artist, inventor, designer and entrepreneur. One of her most remarkable achievements was the design and creation of the Harlequin glasses (also known as cat-eye glasses). Altina wanted to create a more stylish design than those typically found at the optician and found inspiration in the shape of harlequin masks. She patented her design in the late 1920s and by the late 1930s, Altina’s successful production of the frames and partnership with department stores saw cat-eye glasses become a true fashion accessory worn by many American women. Her revolutionary design was recognized by Vogue and Life magazine, and she also received the Lord & Taylor Annual American Design Award. Her other accomplishments included studying painting in Paris, working with artist Salvador Dalí while employed as a window dresser, producing a documentary film (George Grosz' Interregnum) and meeting Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through her interest in creating a film about the March on Washington. She spent her later years creating art in New Mexico and passed away at the age of 92 in 1999. Perhaps Altina had insight into her future when she selected this quote to appear with her senior photo: “She is not in the roll of common men” (adapted from Shakespeare’s Henry IV, Part I). Swipe to see #DanaHall students with cat-eye glasses throughout the years >>> (1) Altina Schinasi’s senior portrait in the 1924 Class Book. (2) A student wears cat-eye glasses while attending class for Father’s Day in 1966. (3) A student rides a train in 1960, while wearing a pair of black and white harlequin frames. (4) Three students sporting cat-eye glasses attend math class in 1965. (5) The School Government President wears harlequin style glasses while addressing the 1966 Fathers' Day crowd. #tbt #archives
Meeting to talk about @nicstone ‘s continually r Meeting to talk about @nicstone ‘s continually relevant Dear Martin. Keep this discussion going. Keep questioning. #bookclub #blackauthorsmatter
Welcome back @DanaHallSchool! Happy 2021! #tbt to Welcome back @DanaHallSchool! Happy 2021! #tbt to this winter illustration by Lettice Lee Coulling (#Classof1924) featured in the #Classof1922 Senior Year Book. We think it looks like a #DanaHall student trying to skate on the Pond. #archives
@DanaHallSchool has seen many traditions reimagine @DanaHallSchool has seen many traditions reimagined this year. Tomorrow, the #DanaHall juniors will present the first virtual Revels Play that will be watched across the world. We can’t wait to see the #Classof2022 perform and help us celebrate the #WinterSolstice as an entire community. The Dana Hall #Archives and #HTCLibrary wish everyone a happy, safe and socially distant winter break! And #tbt to the festive #1970 Revels Feast celebration!
As we approach winter break, the Dana Hall School As we approach winter break, the Dana Hall School Archives invites our community to reflect on this past year and share their experiences via our Dana Hall COVID-19 Community Archive Project. Visit the link in our bio to participate.
The first day of winter is still 11 days away, but The first day of winter is still 11 days away, but New England has already seen a few snowy and chilly days. And there’s more snow in the forecast! #tbt to students walking through a wintry @DanaHallSchool campus in #2003. #archives #DanaHall
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