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
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
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
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
Last updated May 29, 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
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
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
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
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…
Sue BrooksMarch 9, 2020
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…
Cara BurtonMarch 4, 2020
The Library of Virginia is pleased to announce that The Campaign for Woman Suffrage in Virginia, published by The History Press, is now available in…
Mari JulienneMarch 2, 2020
In 1941, Fleming Emory Alexander, printer, journalist, minister, and civic leader, began publishing the Roanoke Tribune, an African American newspaper still in publication today. Issues…
Kelley EwingFebruary 26, 2020
Did you know that you can check out books from the Library of Virginia? If you are looking for books about Virginia we've got you…
Donna PletcherFebruary 24, 2020
One hundred years ago, the first published work of Virginia poet, librarian, and activist Anne Spencer appeared in the February 1920 issue of The Crisis.…
Rebecca SchneiderFebruary 19, 2020
