The C²DH is carrying out a research project entitled FoMLEG (The Legacy of The Family of Man). This project seeks to shed new light on Edward Steichen’s iconic photographic exhibition by exploring its international tour during the Cold War (1955–1963) and its history in Luxembourg since 1965.
As part of this research, we are gathering personal stories, memories, and experiences connected to The Family of Man. Whether you visited the exhibition during its original world tour, encountered it in Clervaux, or feel a personal or cultural connection to its themes, your perspective matters to us.
We invite you to share:
• Personal recollections of visiting the exhibition
• Photographs, letters, or memorabilia related to the exhibition
• Reflections on how the exhibition shaped your view of photography, humanity, or cultural identity
A group of children at the opening of the exhibition in Paris, 1956. U.S. National Archives and Records Administration, photo no. 286-MP-par-08682
Softcover book catalogue of “The Family of Man” published by Maco Magazine Corporation for MoMA in 1955
Your contributions will help us better understand the many ways in which The Family of Man has resonated with individuals and communities over time. Selected stories may be featured in future publications, exhibitions, or in a digital archive, contributing to a more inclusive and diverse collective memory.
To share your story or learn more about the project, please contact:
• emilia.sanchez@uni.lu for the international tour
• claude.ewert@uni.lu for anything related to The Family of Man in Luxembourg
Thank you for being part of this collective legacy of The Family of Man’s legacy.
The Family of Man international tour 1955-1965. Map created by the CNA.
