Kadir Nelson: Shining Star
From African American history to folktales to album covers, Kadir Nelson has added his glowing and inspired paintings to dozens of projects and gone on to become an award-winning author himself. Born in Washington, D.C. on May 15, 1974, Kadir was encouraged by his family to pursue his interest in art. There were no art…
A Spy Called James: The True Story of James Lafayette, Revolutionary War Double Agent
James was an enslaved African in Virginia when the American Revolution began. Wanting to earn his freedom while helping the new country, he volunteered for the Revolutionary Army, with the promise of his freedom at the war’s end—if the Americans were victorious. He was assigned to work for the young and brilliant French commander who…
Westmoreland County’s African American History
Westmoreland County’s African American history dates back to the 17th century. During the earliest years, both enslaved people from Africa and white indentured servants were imported to the Northern Neck (the land between the Potomac and Rappahannock rivers) to work on farms and plantations, with enslaved Africans becoming more prevalent over time. 17th Century …
Book Corner: Picture Books Capture the Magic, Beauty of Winter
Librarian Darcie shares children’s picture books that capture the magic and beauty of a snowy winter like nothing else!
Medal of Honor Winner Was Spotsylvania Native
Buffalo Soldiers from the 24th Infantry were part of the 12-man escort that would go down fighting during a fateful day in 1889.
The Con Life: Nearby Sci-Fi and Fantasy Conventions
Explore the worlds of select sci-fi and fantasy conventions in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina to see a universe of exciting discoveries.
Successful Switching: How to Change Your Job
Put CRRL’s collection and digital resources to work for you in your job search.
Ann Waters, Public Historian for the George Washington Foundation
This post is part of our Guest Picks series, featuring members of our library community sharing their favorite books and movies. Ann Waters is the Manager of Interpretation and Visitor Services at the George Washington Foundation in Fredericksburg, Virginia. The Foundation owns and operates Ferry Farm, George Washington’s boyhood home, and Historic Kenmore, the home of…
5 Hot New Titles for January 2023
Check out these five popular adult titles that will hit our collection in January 2023. To see more titles, check out our new titles page. Summaries provided by the publishers. Inspired by Fleetwood Mac, the Manson murders, and the infamous summer Percy and Mary Shelley spent with Lord Byron at a Lake Geneva castle …
1 - 10 of 10
