Charles Pollock: Modernism in the Making

A professor of art at Michigan State University for more than two decades (1942–68), Charles Pollock left an indelible mark on the university, the art department, and the MSU Broad collection. This exhibition seeks to recover the legacy of this prominent artist and trace his lines of influence, specifically through the notable artists he brought to campus and significant works of art acquired by the museum thanks to his tenure. The exhibition marks the 50 year anniversary of his retirement from MSU and the 30 year anniversary of his passing in 1988. To celebrate this important figure works by Helen Frankenthaler, Morris Louis, Kenneth Noland, and Pollock himself (to name a few) will be on display, as well as archival materials.

Credit: Exhibition overview from museum website.