JSTOR Blog

  • Explore the enchanting glow and warmth of light in our fall festivities. Immerse yourself in a collection of captivating images that bring to life the power of illumination in our celebrations.

  • Explore expressions of gratitude from around the world in celebration of Thanksgiving. Discover the capacity for gratitude, as even a small heart can hold a large amount. Join us on this holiday journey of reflection and thanks.

  • Here are six examples that illustrate how the images in Artstor can be used to enhance the teaching and learning of architecture and architectural history, along with two case studies, one by a then-doctoral candidate at Stanford University and another by a fine art faculty member at Berkeley City College.

  • Discover the movement to honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day across America. Learn about the growing number of states and municipalities observing this day, and the efforts to establish it as a federal holiday. Congresswoman Deb Haaland urges us to acknowledge history, celebrate traditions, and condemn erasure as we recognize the strength and resilience of Indigenous peoples.

  • Discover how Artstor’s vast image collection is revolutionizing medical education. Explore case studies and examples highlighting the powerful impact of art in teaching medicine and medical history. Unleash the potential of digital images in a medical setting.

  • Discover how the collective experience of lockdown and isolation during the past 18 months makes the upcoming school year exciting. While face-to-face conversations remain unparalleled, there’s still digital research to be done. Stay tuned for updates!

  • Explore captivating museum exhibitions in the coming year. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to reward yourself with months of missed museum-going pleasure. Check out our curated list of eye-catching exhibitions, including those ending soon.

  • Celebrate Juneteenth with a virtual exhibition of African American quilts, showcasing the strength and community of quilters throughout history. Explore the artistry, history, and significance of these beautiful quilts in this commemoration of freedom, justice, and equality.

  • Discover the powerful visual documentation of Magnum photographers as they capture the global impact of the pandemic and the profound protests following George Floyd’s murder. Explore nearly 5,000 images that chronicle the reverberations of these significant events on our lives.

  • Discover JSTOR’s expanding collections, encompassing African, African American, and Asian content, alongside domains like social justice, human geography, environmental studies, public health, and natural sciences. Uncover captivating works like Barbara Anello’s striking photographs of Khmer sites, Arthur Szyk’s masterpieces, and more.

  • Discover the seamless integration of Artstor on JSTOR, where critical scholarship and high-quality images converge. Explore our extensive collection of 2+ million images, now available alongside your JSTOR search results.

  • Discover, tools, new content, and Artstor’s growth! Get the lay of the land with our handy resources. Welcome new participants and welcome back, old friends!

  • Discover a collection of 500 new images by one of America’s renowned political artists during World War II. Experience the iconic and impactful artwork that captured the essence of the era.

  • Discover the emotional journey of Art Historian Magda Salvesen as she curates the estate of American painter Jon Schueler. Dive into the captivating world of Artists’ Estates and explore the intricate balance between reputation and trust.

  • Discover the beastly alphabet by JSTOR, dedicated to preventing cruelty to animals. Get ready to be amazed by the incredible creatures we can conjure!

  • Discover the vast art collection of Minneapolis College of Art and Design (MCAD) in Artstor, now expanded to 2,800 images. Explore iconic works from art history curricula carefully curated with the help of Allan Kohl, visual resources librarian.

  • Discover the captivating collection of over 2,700 photographs by Barbara J. Anello showcasing Khmer monuments and heritage on JSTOR. Immerse yourself in the cultural and historical significance of these images, complemented by detailed descriptions.

  • Discover a wealth of inspiring resources on women’s topics. From licensed to public content, explore JSTOR’s collection in honor of International Women’s Day.

  • Discover how our cherished feline companions have enriched our lives during lockdown. Join us as we explore the bond between humans and cats through captivating portraits and unique comparisons to renowned works on JSTOR.

  • Needless to say, 2020 has been a year like no other, and it’s marked everything we did at Artstor. We tried to help institutions and […]

  •     More than 3 million of the images in Artstor are now discoverable alongside JSTOR’s vast scholarly content, providing you with primary sources and […]

  • “Someone struggled for your right to vote. Use it.” — Susan B. Anthony As the United States holds its 2020 presidential elections, we rounded up […]

  • Artstor has published nearly 42,000 images from the U. S. National Library of Medicine’s Images from the History of Medicine, freely available to all for […]

  • Explore and celebrate the vibrant cultures of Mexico, Central & South America, and the Hispanic Caribbean during Hispanic Heritage Month. Discover Latin American topics with the Artstor Digital Library’s specialized collections. Start your journey now!

  • Discover Artstor’s vast Public Collections with over 1.3 million freely accessible images and materials. Delve into Latin American content for Hispanic Heritage Month and explore notable highlights.

  • Discover the true essence of Hispanic heritage beyond stereotypes with a curated collection of diverse and creative images. Celebrate the beauty and uniqueness of our many heritages, showcasing the rich cultural tapestry.

  • Discover the latest addition to the Artstor Digital Library – 1,000 new images from Scala Archives. Immerse yourself in the world of Italian art and architecture with their renowned collection of high-quality representations. Explore over 16,000 captivating works today!

  • Discover over 29,000 freely available images from the Statens Museum for Kunst with Creative Commons dedication. Explore the Open Artstor collection, aggregating open museum, library, and archive collections on the Artstor platform.