A Day At The Library

NTAAC had a unique chance to go behind the doors at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library and discovered a world of local history stuffed into shelves, boxes and microfiche.

It was a tight squeeze for this well attended tour.

Here, Brian discribes some of the items in the photographic collection.

One of my favorites from the rare book collection was this copy of Ulysses, illustrated by Henri Matisse. It includes two preliminary charcoal drawings by the artist. Here is a link to their online digital collection.

History, Archives and BBQ

NTAAC Is meeting up for a tour of the Texas/Dallas History and Archive Division, at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library.

We'll take a look at the current exhibits as well as some treasured books and photographs, get a peek in to their storage, and discuss digitization issues in making thousands of historic photographs and other materials accessible. If you've never been to the 7th floor of the Central Library, you are in for a treat! 

After the tour, we'll head over to the Farmer's Market for some BBQ at the famed Pecan Lodge! 

When: Thursday, February 21st at 12pm (noon). Meet in the lobby on the 7th floor.

Where: Dallas Central Public Library, at the corner of Young and Ervay streets in downtown Dallas. 1515 Young Street Dallas TX 75201. Find directions here: http://dallaslibrary2.org/directions-central.php

Find more information on the Texas/Dallas History Division here. 

Please let us know if you are able to attend. NTAAC@yahoo.com

See you there,

Brad

February meeting at the Dallas Public Library

Please join NTAAC at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library for a tour of the Texas/Dallas History Division, which is part of Special Collections and also houses the fine book collection. We'll take a look at the current exhibits as well as some treasured books and photographs, get a peek in their storage, and discuss digitization issues in making thousands of historic photographs and other materials accessible. If you've never been to the 7th floor of the Central Library, you are in for a treat! After the tour, we'll head over to the Farmer's Market for some BBQ at the famed Pecan Lodge. 

When: Thursday, February 21st at 12pm (noon). Meet in the lobby on the 7th floor.

Where: Dallas Central Public Library, at the corner of Young and Ervay streets in downtown Dallas. 1515 Young Street Dallas TX 75201. Find directions here: http://dallaslibrary2.org/directions-central.php

Find more information on the Texas/Dallas History Division here. 

Please let us know if you are able to attend. Hope to see many of you there! 

Tish