THE PEARLS

What began as an encounter with Cindy Sherman's Untitled #211 at the Lowe Art Museum became something much more personal. The woman's appearance, especially her pearl necklace, reminded me of my great-grandmother, Lola Anglister, a Holocaust survivor whose strength and memories continue to shape my family. Through Cindy Sherman's photography, family archives, and personal reflections, this exhibition explores how we construct identities, how memories influence what we see, and how one piece of jewelry can carry generations of history. Created by Sofia Woiler | University of Miami, 2026