The U.S. Postal Service recently unveiled new stamps, based on Clement Hurd's artwork from the classic children's book Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown, at The Rabbit hOle museum and bookshop in North Kansas City, Mo. Derry Noyes, an art director for the Postal Service, designed the pane of 16 stamps using existing art by Hurd.
"These nostalgic stamps not only celebrate the timeless charm of Goodnight Moon but also highlight the enduring relevance of both stamps and children's literature in a digital age," said Lisa Bobb-Semple, the Postal Service's stamp services director. "The enthusiastic response from the public about these stamps has been exciting--a reminder that the joy of stamps continues to inspire all generations."
Pete Cowdin, co-director of the Rabbit hOle, said the Great Green Room exhibit was an ideal setting for the stamps' unveiling: "We knew that the Great Green Room exhibit would kindle a powerful emotional connection with some of our visitors, but the impact of the room has exceeded our expectations. Walking into the exhibit is like walking into the book itself, a time machine that sets free a flood of memories and reconnects adults with their families and their own childhood. It reaffirms what we know already--that Goodnight Moon is not just an American classic but a cultural touchstone that celebrates and spans all generations and all demographics."
At the unveiling, Thacher Hurd, children's book creator and son of Clement Hurd, read the book and discussed his father's legacy. "I'm sure Margaret and Clem would have loved the beautifully designed stamps created by Derry Noyes and USPS," he said. "And it's wonderful that the unveiling of the new Goodnight Moon stamps will take place at The Rabbit hOle, with its delightful Great Green Room. It's the perfect place for this exciting happening."