RICHMOND, VIRGINIA – The Library of Virginia will present a free film screening of “Bridge of Spies,” on Friday, Feb. 21, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. in its Lecture Hall.  

The film will be followed by a discussion with author and historian Gary Powers, who was a consultant on the film. This Cold War thriller tells the story of Powers’ father, pilot and Virginia native Francis Gary Powers, who was shot down while flying over the Soviet Union and later exchanged for Soviet spy Rudolph Abel in February 1962. 

Following a Q&A session, Powers will sign copies of his new book, “Cold War Virginia,” which describes the Commonwealth’s central role in the United States’ involvement during the Cold War.

Registration is required at https://lva-virginia.libcal.com/event/13506005. Limited free parking is available underneath the Library at 800 East Broad Street. 

ABOUT THE LIBRARY OF VIRGINIA 
The Library of Virginia is the state’s oldest institution dedicated to the preservation of Virginia’s history and culture. Our online offerings attract nearly 4 million website visits per year, and our resources, exhibitions and events bring in nearly 100,000 visitors each year. The Library’s collections, containing more than 130 million items, document and illustrate the lives of both famous Virginians and ordinary citizens. The Library is located in downtown Richmond near Capitol Square at 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219. Learn more at www.lva.virginia.gov.

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