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Doors Open 2025: Go Behind–the-Scenes at the Physical Archive (Richmond)

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Tuesday, October 21, 2025 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: $10*
*$10 entrance for food & tours.

The Physical Archive | 2512 Florida Avenue, Richmond, CA

Event Details

The Internet Archive is excited to offer a behind-the-scenes tour of the physical collections of books, music, film, and video in Richmond, California.

With this special insider event we are opening the doors to an often unseen place. See the lifecycle of physical materials: donation, preservation, digitization, and access. Also, samples from generous donations and acquisitions of books, records, microfiche, and more will be on display.

This year guests will be able to explore unique collections contributed by generous donors in the Special Collections Room. Highlights include a glimpse into new serials preservation efforts, local Bay Area donors’ spotlight, theological collections, history of audio and video formats, and collections championed by individual donors. Come explore the rare, quirky and wonderful collections that have found their preservation homes at the Physical Archive!

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Cost: $10*
*$10 entrance for food & tours.
Categories: Community, Geek Event, In Person
Venue: The Physical Archive
Address: 2512 Florida Avenue, Richmond, CA