150th Birthday Celebration

John Dewey's 70th, 80th, and 90th birthday celebrations, organized by his friends and colleagues in 1929, 1939 and 1949, received national and international attention. On the occasion of his 90th birthday the New York Times hailed Dewey as "America's Philosopher."

During 2009, a number of celebratory events will mark the 150th anniversary of John Dewey's birth on October 20, 1859. For information about these events, including conferences, lectures and discussions please see the "News" page. Also watch this site for current updates of events and noteworthy postings of correspondence and scholarship.

The Center for Dewey Studies is the home of projects and resources that focus on the life and work of the American philosopher and educator John Dewey.  On this Web site you will find information about the Center and its resources, and about recent and forthcoming events related to Dewey studies.

Persons interested in visiting the Center will find helpful information under the "About" link above.  In addition to its North American visitors, the Center has hosted researchers from more than twenty countries throughout Europe, Asia, and South America.  If you would like further information about the Center and its resources, you can find it in the pages listed above.  You can also contact us by mail, phone, or e-mail.

Contact Information:

The Center for Dewey Studies
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Mailcode 6822
807 S. Oakland
Carbondale, IL 62901

Phone: 618.453.2629
e-mail: dewey@siu.edu