Kunstforeningen GL STRAND

Jacob A. Riis: Light in Dark Places

Jacob A. Riis: Light in Dark Places

Kunstforeningen GL STRAND presents an exhibition about the Danish-American Jacob A. Riis (1849-1914), who is known for his ground-breaking photojournalistic work. His photos were part of his work to improve the living conditions of the many poor imigrants in New York. The exhibition tells the story of Riis’ pioneering work and an important part of American history through photos, texts…