The Orkin/Engel Archive

Discover the legacy of pioneering photographer Ruth Orkin at the National Arts Club.

Orkin’s daughter, Mary Engel, shares the legacy of the pioneering photographer and filmmaker who captured the cinematic elements of everyday life.

Engel discusses the recently published book Ruth Orkin: A Photo Spirit, on the occasion of what would have been Orkin’s 100th birthday. As manager of the Orkin/Engel Film and Photo Archive, she also provides insight into the formation of the American Photography Archives Group (APAG) and how it has grown to over 200 archives and photographers in 2022.











When: Mon., Mar. 28, 2022 at 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: The National Arts Club
15 Gramercy Park S.
212-475-3424
Price: Free, donation suggested
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Discover the legacy of pioneering photographer Ruth Orkin at the National Arts Club.

Orkin’s daughter, Mary Engel, shares the legacy of the pioneering photographer and filmmaker who captured the cinematic elements of everyday life.

Engel discusses the recently published book Ruth Orkin: A Photo Spirit, on the occasion of what would have been Orkin’s 100th birthday. As manager of the Orkin/Engel Film and Photo Archive, she also provides insight into the formation of the American Photography Archives Group (APAG) and how it has grown to over 200 archives and photographers in 2022.

Buy tickets/get more info now