LA as Subject Archives Bazaar Follow-Up

(Photo courtesy USC Libraries/ Marius Constantin)

The (new and improved!) LA as Subject website has posted a slideshow and feature article from last Sunday's Archives Bazaar, held at the beautiful Doheny Library on the USC campus.

Roughly 80 exhibitors, including the Glendale Public Library's Special Collections, filled the library's two first-floor reading rooms, while panel discussions and film screenings took place throughout the day a floor above.

It was our second year in a row taking part in the Bazaar, and once again we had a great time sharing our collection with researchers, students, and local history buffs (with their own Glendale stories to share in return). Plus, we visited with plenty of wonderful museum, archive, and library folk with great Los Angeles-themed collections of their own.

We're already looking forward to the 6th Annual Bazaar next year--see you there!

LA as Subject's 4th Annual Los Angeles Archives Bazaar

The Glendale Public Library will be participating in the 4th Annual Los Angeles Archives Bazaar, presented by LA as Subject and hosted by the USC Libraries on October 17th. The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Davidson Executive Conference Center on the USC campus.

LA as Subject, an alliance of libraries, archives, museums, and other cultural institutions dedicated to preserving and celebrating Los Angeles's rich history and culture, describes the Archives Bazaar thusly:

Southern California history comes alive in exhibits by local historical collections and archives. Browse rare collections, consult with experts, and learn about L.A. history, family genealogy, and much more. The annual bazaar also features educational programs, discussions about history with local authors, and documentary films about the hidden stories of L.A.'s diverse neighborhoods and communities.

Those looking to volunteer at the Bazaar (in return for free parking and food!) can find volunteer information by clicking here.

The complete program, with parking information, a list of participating institutions, and a schedule of panels, film screenings, and author events is available here.