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Mission:

As the Commonwealth's library and archives, the Library of Virginia is a trusted educational institution. We acquire, preserve, and promote access to unique collections of Virginia’s history and culture and advance the development of library and records management services statewide.

Vission:

The Library of Virginia will inspire learning, ignite imagination, create possibilities, encourage understanding, and engage Virginia's past to empower its future.

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Few foods have as special a place in the collective American heart as apple pie. This is especially true in Virginia, where we grow our own apples and bake year-round. Next time you’re in the… Read More

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Virginia!

Don’t let a rainy day rain on your parade. All you need is the right indoor activities to make your day just as fun and active as any sunny day. From the DIY artwork at Mermaid Factory to the… Read More

Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Virginia!

The saying goes, "Virginia is for lovers." And it is. Virginia is for lovers of history. Lovers of the outdoors. Lovers of great music. Lovers of…well, pretty much anything you can think of!… Read More

The 8 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Virginia!

Food trucks are the latest culinary sensation. All across Virginia, and the rest of the United States, these roving restaurants provide down-home deliciousness, served as soon it’s hot. While… Read More

The 10 Best Dog Parks in Virginia!

Owning a rambunctious dog with a lot of energy calls for a ton of open, outdoor space! Fortunately for those in Virginia, getting outside for playtime is easy in one of the state’s many… Read More

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