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

The Internet Archive is a non-profit digital library in the heart of the Richmond District in San Francisco, CA.  We convene the Decentralized Web Summit (https://decentralizedweb.net/) and other events dedicated to creating the Web we want (and the Web we deserve.)

Internet Archive

Please join us October 21st from  6-8pm as we take a peek behind the doors of the physical archive in Richmond, California.

Physical Archive

Celebrate with the Internet Archive this October

Join the Internet Archive this October to celebrate a once-in-a-generation milestone: 1 trillion web pages archived.

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!

Light refreshments will be providedCost: $10DOORS OPEN: 6 PM - 8PMADDRESS: 2512 Florida Avenue Richmond, CAOn-site parking is limited. Guests are encouraged to use alternate transportation. THANK YOU FOR REGISTERING IN ADVANCE

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

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