"The Internet Archive is excited to offer a behind-the-scenes tour of the physical collections of books, music, film, and video in Richmond, California. With this special insider event we are opening the doors to an often unseen place. See the lifecycle of physical materials: donation, preservation, digitization, and access. Also, samples from generous donations and acquisitions of books, records, microfiche, and more will be on display."
"This year guests will be able to explore unique collections contributed by generous donors in the Special Collections Room. Highlights include a glimpse into new serials preservation efforts, local Bay Area donors' spotlight, theological collections, history of audio and video formats, and collections championed by individual donors. Come explore the rare, quirky and wonderful collections that have found their preservation homes at the Physical Archive!"
The Internet Archive offers a behind-the-scenes tour of physical collections of books, music, film, and video housed in Richmond, California. Guests can observe the lifecycle of physical materials including donation, preservation, digitization, and access. Samples from donations and acquisitions—books, records, microfiche, and more—will be displayed. The Special Collections Room features unique donor-contributed collections, new serials preservation efforts, a spotlight on Bay Area donors, theological materials, and the history of audio and video formats. The event invites exploration of rare and quirky preserved items. Admission is $10 to cover food and tours, and event details may change.
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