Holsinger Studio - Portrait Project
Holsinger Studio - Portrait Project
Holsinger Studio - Portrait Project
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Holsinger Studio Family Celebration

Sunday June 11—1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library
University of Virginia
170 McCormick Rd.

Join the Holsinger Studio Portrait Project in celebration of the final weeks of our exhibition, Visions of Progress, with a family day celebration at the Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library! Family-friendly activities include:

  • Tintype portraits by Richmond-based photographer Em White: Registration via Eventbrite required; reservations open Monday, June 5 at noon EDT
  • A portrait studio printing post-modern cartes-de-visite in our main gallery
  • Historic Clothing Collection show and tell from 1:00-3:00 p..m. with Collection Manager Marcy Linton featuring garments from the Holsinger Studio era
  • A visit from The Free Book Bus from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at 170 McCormick Rd.
  • Storytime readings from local celebrities featuring books about photography and portraiture
  • A Zine Jam workshop for older kids (tweens and teens) with Women Making Books curator Annyston Pennington
  • Snacks, make your own portrait, Holsinger Studio coloring books, and more!

Parking: There will be no charge for parking in the Central Grounds Garage on Sunday, June 11!

Accessibility: Find accessible parking and routes to the Small Special Collection Library from locations on Central Grounds (or beyond—see Accessibility Maps).

Questions? Email us HolsingerStudio@virginia.edu