Preserving a Legacy: The Restoration of the Four Doctors Painting

Preserving a Legacy: The Restoration of the Four Doctors Painting

• Featuring Dr. Jeremy Greene and Mr. Arthur Page, moderated by Dr. Ralph Hruban
• Presented by the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and Hopkins at Home

Join Hopkins at Home for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the restoration of the iconic Four Doctors painting by John Singer Sargent, a treasured piece of Johns Hopkins Medicine history commissioned by Mary Elizabeth Garrett and housed in the Welch Library. This special webinar will explore the artistry, science, and care involved in preserving this significant work for future generations and the legacies of William H. Welch, William Osler, William Stewart Halsted and Howard Atwood Kelly. Hear from the professional conservation team responsible for the restoration as they share insights into their techniques, challenges, and discoveries along the way. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, history buff, or proud member of the School of Medicine or Hopkins community, this is a rare opportunity to witness heritage preservation in action.

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 Event Date
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Start Time: 6:30pm EDT
End Time: 7:30pm EDT

 Location
Virtual Livestream

Hopkins at Home
LivestreamUSA

 Contact
Office of Alumni Relations
Joe Letourneau
Lifelong Learning
(800) JHU-JHU1
hopkinsathome@jhu.edu