Public Service:
Dangerous Service

Despite its perceived generous benefits and job security, a public service career can often be challenging and even dangerous. The exhibits in this wing celebrate those public servants willing to place themselves in harm's way in order to facilitate the safe and efficient functioning of the public sphere. Some public service occupations that might be stereotyped as "safe" will also have dedicated spaces in this gallery, occupations such as: teaching, librarianship, nursing, public health providers, and postal service employees.