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Slavery, Madness, and the 1840 Census

Today we bring you a story in recognition of Census Day, April 1. Learn more about the 2020 United States Census (and submit your response!),…

Kevin ShupeApril 1, 2020

Virginia Authors

New Books – March 2020

Although we are not open to the public at the moment of this posting these books will be ready for you when we re-open! A…

Donna PletcherMarch 28, 2020

Manuscripts & Special Collections

Letterhead in the Archives: Suffrage Edition

Commercial stationery can offer a fascinating snapshot of a place or time. Scholars of this subject point out that the rich illustrations and elaborate printing…

Sonya ColemanMarch 27, 2020

Education & Programming Manuscripts & Special Collections Newspapers

“Virginia Ready for Women to Vote”: The General Assembly Authorizes Women to Vote in 1920

Ed. Note: The health and safety of our visitors, employees, volunteers, and community are top priorities at the Library of Virginia. To help contain the…

Brent TarterMarch 25, 2020

Digital Projects Newspapers

New to Virginia Chronicle

The Library of Virginia has added several titles to the growing list of digitized historical newspapers accessible on Virginia Chronicle. Recent additions include: Alexandria Herald…

Kelley EwingMarch 24, 2020

Digital Projects

Is Your Couch in Virginia? You Can Access These Databases From It.

These resources can also be accessed outside of the Library with the use of a Library of Virginia account. When prompted, please enter the email…

Lisa WehrmannMarch 23, 2020

Digital Projects Education & Programming

A Library is More Than A Building, Explore Our Digital Offerings

As you work, study, and play from home the Library of Virginia has much to offer within our online resources. Here is just a taste…

Cindy MarksMarch 20, 2020

Digital Projects

Make Some History From the Comfort of Your Couch!

Stuck at home? Need a project? We’ve got three! These three projects use crowdsourcing to help make historical materials at the Library of Virginia more…

Sonya ColemanMarch 19, 2020

Archives Education & Programming

It’s Not History, Yet

If you are looking for an activity to do with your children this week, the Census Bureau has many activities online for all ages that…

Mary ClarkMarch 18, 2020

Public Libraries

Status of Virginia Public Libraries During COVID-19

Last updated September 10, 2020. Please click through to the library website for the most recent information. You can still enjoy many digital resources from…

Jessi BennettMarch 17, 2020

The Stacks

“I read dead people’s mail.”: 7 Questions with Brent Tarter

This is a blog entry in a series introducing LVA employees and exploring what they do day-to-day. If you are interested in what goes on…

Vince BrooksMarch 16, 2020

Public Libraries

Libraries in the Time of COVID-19

At the time this was originally posted most libraries in Virginia were open. However, as the situation is constantly changing this may not be the…

Nan CarmackMarch 13, 2020

Archives Education & Programming Manuscripts & Special Collections

“Let Our Vote Be Cast:” African American Women and the Suffrage Movement in Virginia

We explain the purpose and functioning of the ballot and teach that voting is a duty as well as a right. We use every opportunity…

Mari JulienneMarch 11, 2020

Public Libraries

Public Library Spotlight: Rock ‘N’ Read

This is a post in our new series highlighting the people and programs of the public libraries of Virginia. To view more posts about our…

Guest ContributorMarch 9, 2020

Public Libraries

The 2020 Census: Counting a Hard-to-Count Community

Today's guest blog post is written by Eastern Shore Public Library System Director Cara Burton. Check out the inserts to see the Census 2020 programs…

Guest ContributorMarch 4, 2020