Join Davenport Public Library the first Friday of every month beginning Friday, February 5th at 2:30 pm to explore and learn about the curious world of archives and manuscripts at the Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center. Each month, we will cover a different topic relating to the use and study of archives and manuscripts. We will feature collections and examples of relevant materials during each Introduction to Archives and Manuscript Collections Presented by the Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Centerpresentation.

February’s topic is an introduction to our Archives and Manuscript Collections. We will provide an overview of our archival collection guides along with some tips and explanations of various terminology used in the descriptions.  This presentation is open to any interested in learning more about our archives and manuscript collections.

This program will be held virtually using GoToMeeting. Information about how to join is listed below.

Opening the Box
Fri, Feb 5, 2021 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM (CST)

Join from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/735135853

You can also dial in using your phone: +1 (786) 535-3211
Access Code: 735-135-853

Keep up with our virtual programming on our Virtual Branch Calendar of Events at https://davenportlibrary.libcal.com/calendar/virtual.

This event is FREE and open to the public. For more information visit www.davenportlibrary.com or call the library at (563) 326-7832.

Introduction to Archives and Manuscript Collections Presented by the Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center
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Introduction to Archives and Manuscript Collections Presented by the Richardson-Sloane Special Collections Center

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