The de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at The University of Southern Mississippi is thrilled to announce its receipt of a bequest from Diana Klemin, longtime art director at Doubleday and friend of the de Grummond. Included in this bequest are three unpublished picture book manuscripts illustrated by Andy Warhol, as well as dozens of originals and prints Warhol gifted to Klemin. “Never in my wildest dreams did I imagine the de Grummond would become the home of Andy

Among its distinguished holdings, the de Grummond Collection is honored to house the papers of H. A. and Margret Rey, the creators...

Hillenbrand’s work includes over 80 pictures books for young readers, and the exhibit features original illustrations from many of those...

The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation (EJK Foundation), in partnership with the de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at The University...

By: Samantha McCain Alexander, APR Stace Mercier, Karlie Herndon. Margaret McMullan, and Dr. Joe Paul pose with a portrait of Dr. Lena de Grummond, announcing the Lena Y. d Grummond Curatorship Endowment. The USM Foundation is proud to announce the completion of a $1 million match challenge for the Lena Y. de Grummond Curatorship Endowment. This milestone ensures lasting support for preserving, promoting and growing the de Grummond Children's Literature Collection housed in T

Ellen Ruffin has been granted the title of Curator Emerita of the de Grummond Children's Literature Collection, an outstanding...

On Wednesday, August 28, fans of John Green can enjoy a John Green Movie Night, showcasing The Fault in Our Stars. The movie screening...

If you aren't able to attend the 2024 EJK Award Ceremony, ou can still attend virtually! The speeches are filled with emotion...

The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation (EJK Foundation), in partnership with the de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at the University...

A Joyful Christmastime with Tasha Tudor Friday, December 8 at 2 p.m. McCain Library and Archives Woods Room Tasha Tudor scholar, Jeanette...

University Libraries at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is pleased to announce the appointment of Karlie Herndon as the...

By: Dawn Smith, David Tisdale In keeping with the tradition of The University of Southern Mississippi’s (USM) de Grummond Children’s...

The de Grummond Children's Literature Collection is proud to invite you to view our two new exhibits, open to the public by appointment...

Gold and silver seals with Ezra Jack Keats Award and Ezra Jack Keats Honor next to the de Grummond logo of a cat following a girl walking.

Banner of photographs of EJK committee members.

Photo of Richard Peck

The de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) will host an exhibit and reception for...

Special Collections at Southern Miss is featuring a new exhibit highlighting collections that focus on children’s literature and war....

Photograph of Dr. John Eye, Eric Schonblom, Ellen Ruffin, and Lorraine Stuart. Ellen is holding a check from Eric Schonblom.

The Ezra Jack Keats Foundation (EJK Foundation), in partnership with the de Grummond Children’s Literature Collection at the University...