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Library Attractions In Virginia

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Virginia , officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States located between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains. Virginia is nicknamed the Old Dominion due to its status as the first English colonial possession established in mainland North America and Mother of Presidents because eight U.S. presidents were born there, more than any other state. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of its flora and fauna. The capital of the Commonwealth is Richmond; Virginia Beach is the...
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  • 1. Reston Regional Library Reston
    Reston is one of the leading New Town planned communities in the United States. Founded in 1964, Reston was influenced by the Garden City movement that emphasized planned, self-contained communities that intermingled green space, residential neighborhoods, and commercial development. The intent of Reston's founder, Robert E. Simon, was to build a town that would revolutionize post–World War II concepts of land use and residential/corporate development in suburban America. In 2018, Reston was ranked as the Best Places to Live in Virginia by Money magazine for its expanses of parks, lakes, golf courses, and bridle paths as well as the numerous shopping and dining opportunities in Reston Town Center. Beginning in 2017, however, high-density commercial and residential developments along the ...
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  • 2. Chincoteague Island Library Chincoteague Island
    Misty of Chincoteague is a children's novel written by Marguerite Henry, illustrated by Wesley Dennis, and published by Rand McNally in 1947. Set in the island town of Chincoteague, Virginia, the book tells the story of the Beebe family and their efforts to raise a filly born to a wild horse. It was one of the runners-up for the annual Newbery Medal, now called Newbery Honor Books. The 1961 film Misty was based on the book.
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  • 4. James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library Fredericksburg Virginia
    The James Monroe Museum and Memorial Library is a historic museum at 908 Charles Street in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It is located on the site of the James Monroe Law Office, used by future United States President James Monroe from 1786 to 1789. It was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1966. It is now owned by the Commonwealth of Virginia and operated by the University of Mary Washington. The museum features original objects and memorabilia related to James Monroe, and includes several items relating to other members of his family, including dresses worn by First Lady Elizabeth Monroe.
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  • 6. Virginia Museum of History & Culture Richmond
    The Virginia Historical Society , founded in 1831 as the Virginia Historical and Philosophical Society and headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, is a major repository, research, and teaching center for Virginia history. It is a private, non-profit organization, supported almost entirely by private contributions. In 2004, it was designated the official state historical society of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The historical society's headquarters was renamed as the Virginia Museum of History and Culture in 2018.The museum features exhibitions and programming for visitors of all ages and has more than 25,000 square feet of exhibition gallery space and the largest display of Virginia artifacts on permanent view. The Virginia Museum of History & Culture is the only museum with all of Virginia...
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  • 7. Staunton Public Library Staunton
    Staunton is the second largest city in Macoupin County, Illinois, United States. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 5,139.
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  • 10. Library of Virginia Richmond
    The National Medal for Museum and Library Service is an award given annually by the Institute of Museum and Library Services to American libraries and museums with outstanding service to their communities. The IMLS refers to the medal as the nation’s highest honor conferred on museums and libraries for service to the community. The award is typically presented by the First Lady of the United States. From 1994 to 1999, the award was known as the National Award for Museum Service and given to museums only. From 2000 to 2006, it was awarded to three museums and three libraries annually, and was known as the National Award for Museum and Library Service. From 2007 to the present, it has borne its present name, and been awarded to five museums and five libraries. The lists of awardees for 199...
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  • 11. Vinton Public Library Vinton Virginia
    Vinton County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio. As of the 2010 census, the population was 13,435, making it the least populous county in the state. Its county seat is McArthur. The county is named for Samuel Finley Vinton, US Representative from Ohio .
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