The art of protest. The Carpenters' Company and CraftNOW Philadelphia will host a Saturday morning event at Old City Phialdelphia's Art in the Age. We will briefly discuss the history […]
How can educators of all disciplines prepare students to be active and informed participants in a democracy? Join us this summer to explore this question through the lens of six […]
Join the History Center for a panel discussion that will explore the history of voting rights in conjunction with the Civic Season theme of “Rewind, Reflect, and Reimagine.” Dr. Ray […]
Bill Keene, a lecturer in history, urban studies, and architecture, examines developments from the 1930s onward that shaped Los Angeles as a magnet for population migration and a major center […]
Deliberations. US is a non-partisan organization dedicated to reinvigorating our democracy through fostering civic engagement and learning among America’s college students. By engaging America's youth in fact-based, nonpartisan and balanced […]
Learn about three Texas foremothers who shaped history and how to connect with your own chosen ancestors using the wisdom of the tarot. About this event... We have Barbara Jordan […]
Join us for a celebration of Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness all holiday weekend. Explore our latest exhibitions and take part in special activities for all ages that […]
Library of Virginia historian Dr. Brent Tarter discusses four important Virginia constitutions: 1776, 1869, 1902, and 1971. These were on display at the Library to commemorate the 50th anniversary of […]
These short videos each tell the story of an important person or artifact from that exhibition and trace the history of the woman suffrage movement in Virginia from 1909 until […]
During Civic Season, this Library of Virginia traveling exhibition will be at Henrico County's Public Library in Fairfield, Virginia. Our web page lists the exhibition's itinerary as it travels throughout […]
Come visit the Library of Virginia in-person to learn more about how Virginians used petitions to bring local and personal issues to the attention of their legislators. Free parking is […]
This small-group discussion topic series encourages informed conversations around complex issues affecting Virginia. To facilitate these discussions, the Library has chosen an accessible film to watch, created extensive online resource […]