IS THE COMIC STRIP DEAD?: The History and Evolution of Newspaper Comics

350C

Sunday May 12, 2019 - 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm


The newspaper comic strip was once a central feature in American culture. With the rise of the internet and the decline of the newspaper industry, what has become of the once universally adored art form? This fun and interactive panel explores the history of comic strips, their immense popularity in the 20th century, and impact on pop culture and politics, the decline of newspaper readership and rise of the webcomic. Are comic strips dead? Come join us and decide for yourself.