Objects: USA 2020

‘[A] new and noteworthy visual book.’ - New York Times Book Review

‘Investigates the shifting role of multidisciplinary craftspeople and artisans in an era fueled by digital transactions. A meditation on American craft.’ - AD Pro

‘A heartfelt display, “Objects USA: 2020” updates the 1969 project by building bridges of influence and inspiration across generations of artists.’ - Hyperallergic

‘[An] incredible book, and really a must-have design staple.’ - Wendy Goodman

‘An incredibly timely look at the craft movement in art, as notions of inclusion, sustainability, and labor profoundly resonate with an urgency of self-expression.’ - Interior Design Magazine

‘The groundbreaking 1969 craft exhibit ‘Objects: USA’ gets a reboot.’ - Smithsonian Magazine

‘The revival of “Objects: USA” celebrates a new generation of design talent.’ - W Magazine

Glenn Adamson is a curator and writer who works at the intersection of craft, design history, and contemporary art. Currently senior scholar at the Yale Center for British Art, he was previously director of the Museum of Arts and Design; head of research at the V&A; and curator at the Chipstone Foundation in Milwaukee.

James Zemaitis is a curator and director of museum relations at R & Company. Prior to joining R, Zemaitis served as director of Twentieth-Century Design at Phillips, senior vice president at Sotheby’s, and visiting curator of decorative arts at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, where he oversaw the museum’s newly installed Contemporary Design galleries, and worked with the IMA’s Design Arts Society to strengthen the museum’s permanent collection.

Lena Vigna is curator of exhibitions at the the Racine Museum of art. She has curated over forty exhibitions on contemporary adornment, fiber, sculpture, and installation.

Evan Snyderman and Zesty Meyers are cofounders of the design gallery R & Company.