Dig deeper into our collections with our most recent stories.
The Overlooked Female Photographer, Clover Adams
Learn about the talented female photographer who was left out of many art museums.
Isabella and Okakura Kakuzō’s Impactful Friendship
Read about Isabella’s friendship with Japanese art historian and philosopher Okakura Kakuzō.
A Rare and Unique Turkish Tile
Learn about one of the most unusual pieces in Isabella’s collection—the only one of its kind on public display.
Isabella Stewart Gardner and Her Horses
Did you know the art enthusiast Isabella Stewart Gardner also loved horses and horse racing? Learn about her hidden passion and what little we know of it.
The Story Behind Isabella’s Venetian Campanile Cup
Read about the incredible story of resilience and rebuilding behind this unique glass cup reminiscent of Isabella’s favorite city.
Remembering Isabella: Her Yearly Memorial Service
Read about the annual celebration the Gardner hosts every year to celebrate the birthday of its founder.
Conserving the Works on Paper of the Short Gallery
Learn about the labor of love it took to conserve the precious collection of prints and drawings in the Short Gallery of the Gardner.
The Elevation of the Nasturtium: From Plate To Palace Garden
How did an edible flower come to be honored for its beauty alone? Discover the history of the nasturtium, from beneficial herb to treasured ornamental.
Ethel Smyth: Composer and Activist
Meet the exceptional woman composer featured in Isabella’s Musicians Case, and how her legacy left an impact on both classical music and women’s rights.
