27 reactions | Rainy day idea: Take a quick video tour of the art displayed at Bayside Area Library from artist Laurie Hoen's "Imaginary Friends" collection, then come see it in person! | Virginia Beach Public Library | Facebook

Today we salute Virginia’s veterans. The Library is closed today, but visit us soon to explore Virginia’s World War II story with “Homefront to Frontline,” an exhibition extended through Nov. 26! In honor of the 80th anniversary of WWII, view collection materials that bring to life the experiences of those who served and those who supported the war effort at home. Learn more about this lobby display, online exhibition and collection of digital resources at https://www.lva.virginia.gov/events/exh

The Library of Virginia was founded by the General Assembly on Jan. 24, 1823, to organize, care for and manage the state's growing collection of books and official records, many of which date back to the early colonial period. Enjoy this recording from our anniversary day lecture by historian and author Brent Tarter on the origins of the Library’s book collections. | Library of Virginia

11 reactions | Discover high school history at the Library of Virginia! We are collaborating with Virginia public libraries to collect and scan high school yearbooks from the past. The Virginia Digital Yearbook project is possible thanks to a partnership between the Library of Virginia and IMLS, LYRASIS, and public libraries. Check out the entire Virginia Digital Yearbook collection at lva-virginia.libguides.com/yearbooks | Library of Virginia | Facebook