Collections Up Close: We The People
- Date
- August 22nd
- Time
- 2:00 PM–4:00 PM
- Age
- Ages 10–12
- Cost
- VMHC members $40; non-members $45
Location
Virginia Museum of History & Culture
428 N Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23220 · Directions
Museum District
Museum staff assemble a special display of artifacts and manuscripts not ordinarily on view, then lead participants behind the scenes into collection-storage areas. This session expands on We The People: The World in Our Commonwealth by exploring additional immigration stories that were not included in the exhibition.
Participation details
- The program lasts two hours and includes extended periods of standing and walking.
- Capacity is strictly limited to 10 people, and every attendee needs a ticket.
- Bags, purses, food, drinks, and water bottles cannot enter the storage areas. Items should be left in a vehicle or placed in a library locker.
This is the afternoon session; a separate morning occurrence is also published.