Allison Claire Chang

Seventy-five years ago this January, President Franklin Roosevelt stood before Congress to deliver his eighth State of the Union address. Nearly a year before America’s entry into World War II, Roosevelt explained to the American people his decision to supply arms and material to the Allied war effort against the expansionist Axis powers.

Imagine a tiny fluted cake that fits in the palm of your hand. Inhale deeply for a hit of caramelized sugar and dark rum. Crunch through the dark exterior to a pale custardy center speckled with real vanilla beans. Chew while choirs of angels sing.

Letter from the Director, p2 | The Cantor’s “French summer” is at its height. Escape the heat and immerse yourself in six exhibitions showcasing five centuries of art and culture in France. Construction notwithstanding, the Cool Café and the Rodin sculpture garden remain open to the public and are perfect for a café au lait break or lunch très élégant.

Like iconography, heraldic art has the power to communicate very specific meanings without words—useful for making a complex visual statement in a limited space. Szyk's accurate, skillful and creative application of this medieval tradition places him among the most accomplished heraldic artists of the 20th century.