RICHMOND, VIRGINIA — The Library of Virginia will launch its new Culturescape Saturdays programming initiative with a free Black History Month Celebration Kickoff to highlight Black artists and storytellers on Saturday, Jan. 31, from noon to 3 p.m. 

The event will feature:

• A pop-up exhibition showcasing works by local Black artists
• A genealogical “show-and-tell” presentation
• Guided tours of the Library’s current exhibition, “House to Highway: Reclaiming a Community History”
• Resource sharing from community partners
• Reference and genealogical assistance

The Culturescape Saturdays Series explores the intersections of art, culture, history and community across Virginia.

For more information and to learn about other upcoming programs, visit https://www.lva.virginia.gov/events.

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The Library of Virginia is the leading source of information on Virginia’s history, government and people. The Library’s collections, containing more than 134 million items, document and illustrate the lives of both famous Virginians and ordinary citizens. Our online resources draw nearly 2 million website visits per year, and our on-site records, exhibitions and events bring in thousands of visitors annually. 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.