J. P. Morgan: How His Art Collection & Donation Changed History, Museums Rejoice | Time With Tempest

Let’s take it back to a time when the 1% actually worked towards the greater good, and were even more progressive than those today. J. P. Morgan was one of the most selfless Gilded Age titans, and together with his librarian, Bella da Costa Greene, transformed his collection into the greatest public art collection of all time.

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My name is Tempest and I’m a historian, museum interpretation expert, and history content creator. Join me on this journey as we explore hidden history, discover unique museums, and chat with other experts in their field. Here, we encourage empathy and meet those who came before us not as modern viewers, but as fellow human beings. We are not separated by time, but shared in our loves, losses, hopes, fears, and dreams.

RECOMMENDED READING (AND WATCHING!):


○ An Illuminated Life: Bella da Costa Green’s Journey from Prejudice to Privilege by Heidi Ardizzone
This is the most comprehensive biography on Bella’s life! Experience the sensational and sometime salacious life of one of the most fascinating women of the 20th century.
https://amzn.to/3lqnEUH


○ History Channel’s The Men Who Built America
A comprehensive and entertaining look at some of the greatest Gilded Age titans, like J. P. Morgan and others mentioned in the video.
https://amzn.to/3jIE3Df (Episode 1 Digital)
https://amzn.to/2Gju5Ki (DVD)


○ The Morgan Library: An American Masterpiece
A stunning look inside the Morgan Library and all it has to offer. Truly a sight to see!
https://amzn.to/3iAM37P


○ The House of Morgan: An American Banking Dynasty and the Rise of Modern Finance by Ron Chernow
The ultimate resource on J. P. Morgan, his contributions to America, and his family’s influence on history.
https://amzn.to/3d2HvpY


○ In August Company: The Collections of the Pierpont Morgan Library by John Plummer
Explore part of the greatest art collection of all time with an awe inspiring tour of the Morgan Library!
https://amzn.to/3jwiplF


○ Illuminated Manuscripts: Treasures of the Pierpont Morgan Library New York by Morgan Library Staff
An in depth look at the famous medieval manuscripts that J. P. Morgan treasured most of all!
https://amzn.to/3cZOYWB


○ Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art: Uncommon Legacy
Gaze at the wonders of the Wadsworth, 1,700 of which J. P. Morgan donated!
https://amzn.to/3itbKY1


○ A Journey in Other Worlds by John Jacob Astor IV
An early 20th century science fiction novel written by the ill-fated real estate tycoon that accurately predicts some of our technology today!
https://amzn.to/3jFtEZb



HUGE THANK YOU TO:

Morgan Library and Museum - https://bit.ly/3d8x4AW
Metropolitan Museum of Art - https://bit.ly/3jHaSk7
Wadsworth Athenaeum - https://bit.ly/2SAi71p
American Museum of Natural History - https://bit.ly/3lgG61Q
Cedar Hill Cemetery - https://bit.ly/34vmPmu


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Music – Melody Loops, Audio Network
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