Crystal Chapel, one of the chambers in Alabaster Cave Come join us for the 9th Annual Archives Crawl this Saturday, October 26th, from 10 AM until 4 PM. You can start your crawl at any of the 4 locations: California State Archives (1020 O Street) California State Library (900 N Street) Center for Sacramento History (551 Sequoia Pacific Blvd.)… Read...
Read MoreNew articles up on Sutro Blog
Have you heard of The Sutronian? It’s a blog dedicated to the Sutro branch of the California State Library. It’s filled with insights on preservation, conservation, and spotlights many of the branch’s collections. The newest article discusses the newly made map carrier that was designed by conservationist, Sarah Elson. Click on the link...
Read MoreFifty Years After Folsom and San Quentin: Johnny Cash Tribute Issue of Bulletin NOW AVAILABLE
Issue #123 of the California State Library Foundation Bulletin is hot off the press and pays tribute the infamous “Man in Black,” Johnny Cash. To read more check out the newest Bulletin here: BULLETIN 123 Please Share or Follow Us: … Read more...
Read MoreStaff Development Fund
“The most important asset of any library goes home at night — The Library Staff.” Timothy Healy During the month of May the California State Library Foundation will be hosting an online fundraiser to help support and promote Staff Development at the California State Library. While the State Library and its services continue to be funded...
Read MoreEarl Payne Tribute Website Released to Public
New Tribute Website to California Photographer, Earl Cecil Payne, is officially open to the public. This website was created by the Foundation to honor Mr. Payne and to thank the Payne family for their generosity. This website will continue to grow as more of the Payne collection is cataloged and digitized at the California State Library.…...
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