This exhibition will draw from the New-York Historical Society's collections to focus on Rogers’ most arresting and memorable themes: the Civil War, domestic life, and theatrical scenes from popular literary works of the day. Ephemeral materials from the Historical Society's Library and Print Room such as mail order catalogues, advertisements and stereograph views will vividly illustrate how his works were presented and promoted to the public. The exhibition will be enriched with a selection of paintings from the Historical Society’s acclaimed collection to show how Rogers carried on the American genre tradition.