Library of Virginia Tours for VLA Conference Attendees (Wednesday)

Looking for an engaging, fun and FREE opportunity to learn a bit about some of the Library of Virginia's unique treasures and tour behind the scenes?   The Library is one of the oldest agencies of Virginia government, founded in 1823 to preserve and provide access to the state's printed and manuscript holdings. Our collection, which has grown steadily through the years, is the most comprehensive resource in the world for the study of Virginia history, culture, and government.  Please join us for a special VLA presentation!

Date and Time: Wednesday, October 21st 2:00 – 3:30 pm
Location: Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219
We will have two tracks (select the ticket for the tour that most interests you.)
If you chose Track Archives
Your tour will begin in our Exhibition area with our Exhibition Coordinator, get behind the scenes and hear more about our exhibit program, followed by a trip to our 4th Floor Archival Stack to view a wide variety of collections with our staff archivists, and then onto to our Board Room with a variety of collections and staff represented (manuscripts, maps, rare books, prints & photographs, state and local records.)
If you chose Track Library –
Your tour will begin in the Conservation lab with our Conservator and see what is being worked on in the lab, followed by a trip to our 5th floor to see and experience our Acquisitions and Access Management area and hear about the librarians and their work, and then onto to our Board Room with a variety of collections and staff represented (manuscripts, maps, rare books, prints & photographs, state and local records.)
Register here (USE the password:  tour)
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/library-of-virginia-tour-tickets-18149741365

Cindy S. Church
Continuing Education Consultant
Library of Virginia
(804)-692-3773 (phone)
(804)-692-3771 (fax)