The Lehigh Libraries' current exhibit "Unfinished Chapter: The First 250 Years of American Liberty" examines the complex history of freedom in America and its ongoing resonance today. Grounded in the themes of Unfinished Revolutions and the Power of Place, the exhibit includes rare publications from the country's founding, historical texts highlighting democratic ideals, emblems of American liberty, and student-curated reflections on global freedom and identity. The exhibit is on display in Linderman Library and Fairchild-Martindale Library from January 19 through December 18, 2026 during regular building hours.

Included are materials drawn from the Lehigh Libraries Special Collections, including a look at the history of the Statue of Liberty; publications about the Centennial Exposition in Philadlephia; and original documents bearing the signatures of nine signers of the Declaration of Independence.

The exhibit is also available online.