The Epic of American Civilization
The Epic of American Civilization, Mexican art mural at Baker Memorial Library, Dartmouth College, United States
The Epic of American Civilization consists of 24 fresco panels painted on the walls of the basement reading room at Baker Memorial Library.
Jose Clemente Orozco created this extensive fresco series between 1932 and 1934, during a period of significant social and political changes in America.
The panels present indigenous Mesoamerican history, Spanish conquest, and modern industrial society through a critical examination of American civilization.
Located in the basement reading room of Baker Memorial Library, the murals remain open for viewing during regular library operating hours.
The National Historic Landmark designation in 2013 recognizes this mural as the only Mexican social realist artwork in a United States university library.
Location: Hanover
Inception: 1930s
Creator: José Clemente Orozco
GPS coordinates: 43.70520,-72.28897
Latest update: May 10, 2025 18:08
The Green
214 m
Memorial Field
597 m
Hood Museum of Art
402 m
Baker-Berry Library
36 m
Ledyard Bridge
881 m
Ompompanoosuc River
7.1 km
Gile Mountain
10.6 km
The Main Street Museum
6.6 km
Shattuck Observatory
297 m
Scully-Fahey Field
1.1 km
White River Junction Historic District
6.8 km
Root School
5.7 km
West Hartford Bridge
10.4 km
Hanover Town Library
5.8 km
Beaver Meadow Union Chapel
9.5 km
Union Village Covered Bridge
9.7 km
Jericho Rural Historic District
7 km
Beaver Meadow School
9.4 km
Advent Camp Meeting Grounds Historic District
5.2 km
Hartford Library
6.5 km
Colburn Park Historic District
7.6 km
Great Hollow Road Stone Arch Bridge
4.9 km
Stone Arch Underpass
8 km
Spring Hill Farm
10.3 km
Progressive Market
7 km
Norwich Village Historic District
2.1 km
Christian Street Rural Historic District
2.9 km
Terraces Historic District
6.8 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes