Los Angeles Archives Bazaar: October 25
LA as Subject presents “Archives Live” the 3rd Annual Los Angeles Archives Bazaar.Southern California history comes alive in exhibits by 65 historical collections and archives-including L.A.-area universities, libraries, and community organizations. Browse rare collections, consult with experts, and learn about family genealogy, online research tools, preserving your own history, and numerous other topics. Presented by L.A. as Subject, the bazaar offers a wealth of resources for exploring Los Angeles history. L.A. as Subject-an association of archives and collections hosted by the USC Libraries-is dedicated to improving the visibility, access, and preservation of archives and documenting the rich history of the Los Angeles region. Educational programs, discussions about history with local authors, and documentary films about the hidden stories of Los Angeles neighborhoods are scheduled throughout the day.
Visitors to the Los Angeles Archives Bazaar receive discounted or free admission to museums in Exposition Park near the USC campus, including the California African American Museum, the California Science Center, and the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.
Where: USC DAVIDSON CONFERENCE CENTER, 3415 S. Figueroa St, Los Angeles, California 90089
When: SATURDAY, OCT. 25, 2008, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Parking is available for $8 at USC Parking Structure D next to the Davidson Center. Enter campus via Gate 4. FREE ADMISSION
For more information about LA as Subject, please visit:http://www.usc.edu/libraries/archives/arc/lasubject/
